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Celtics could face an Embiid-less Philadelphia 76ers to start second round if they advance

Depending on how his midweek knee sprain re-evaluation goes, the MVP candidate could miss a game or two of his second-round series.

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Jimmy Butler Backs Embiid for MVP After Outplaying Giannis in Game 4

The Heat star took a moment to endorse the 76ers big man following his MVP-esque performance against Milwaukee.

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Dear NBA players: Stop hitting opposing groins in the playoffs

Let's keep it above the belt here.

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Could Joel Embiid be out injured at the start of the next round?

It would not be an auspicious start if the Celtics advance.

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NBA Playoffs: Sixers reach semis in the East, Miami thrash Bucks; Suns take 3-1 lead vs Clippers in the West

The Philadelphia 76ers booked a place in the Eastern Conference semifinals as they accomplished a 4-0 sweep in the NBA playoffs series against Brooklyn Nets on Saturday. Elsewhere in the East, Miami Heat brushed aside Milwaukee Bucks to go 2-1 up.

The Times of India

Marcus Hayes: Tobias Harris was worth every penny in Sixers sweep

NEW YORK — There have been times over the past five years when the hate for Tobias Harris in Philly has been palpable. He’s overpaid. He misses big shots. He’s not That Guy.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Celtics continue to emphasize rebounding after ‘lack of effort’ in Game 3

ATLANTA — Before Robert Williams walked over to meet reporters at the Celtics’ team hotel on Saturday, coach Joe Mazzulla apparently had a quick message for him.

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76ers finish sweep of Nets without Embiid in 96-88 win

Tobias Harris had 25 points and 12 rebounds, and the Philadelphia 76ers overcame the absence of Joel Embiid to beat the Brooklyn Nets 96-88

The Independent UK

Tobias Harris Shares Hilarious Message for Injured Joel Embiid After 76ers Sweep Nets

The veteran forward didn’t beat around the bush when asked what he wanted to say to his superstar teammate.

Sports Illustrated

Doc Rivers unsure how much time Joel Embiid will miss with knee sprain

NEW YORK — Joel Embiid’s right knee was sore — and already swelling — following the 76ers’ Game 3 win over the Brooklyn Nets Thursday night, coach Doc Rivers said.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Sixers top Nets, 96-88, without Joel Embiid to sweep first-round series

NEW YORK — Another Tobias Harris corner 3-pointer went splash, prompting coach Doc Rivers to raise both arms to high-five the 76ers’ standout forward as he came off the floor for a timeout.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Doc Rivers Shares Latest on Joel Embiid Injury, ‘Scary’ Detail That Led to MRI

The Philadelphia coach weighed in on the status of his star big man ahead of Saturday’s game.

Sports Illustrated

Sixers star Joel Embiid to miss Game 4 against Nets with sprained right knee

NEW YORK — Joel Embiid will miss Game 4 versus the Brooklyn Nets on Saturday at the Barclays Center with a sprained right knee, a league source confirmed to The Inquirer.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Report: Joel Embiid Suffered Knee Injury That Will Cause Him to Miss Game 4 vs. Nets

The center suffered the injury in Philadelphia’s Game 3 win on Thursday.

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The Philadelphia Inquirer

Doc Rivers sounds off after controversial fouls on James Harden, Joel Embiid: ‘We got a problem in this league’

NEW YORK — Doc Rivers has had a major voice in the NBA for some time. The 76ers coach is a league lifer who is not afraid to speak out about what he views as an injustice. He’s also savvy enough to navigate any scenario with charm and — when…

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Mike Sielski: P.J. Tucker is the anti-Ben Simmons. Which makes him just what the Sixers need.

NEW YORK — In their 102-97 victory Thursday night, a victory that gave them a three-games-to-none lead in their first-round series against the Brooklyn Nets, the 76ers started a forward who played 29 minutes and took just three shots. One was a layup, which he made, but he hesitated on…

Tribune News Service

Nets want justice after Joel Embiid’s flagrant foul: ‘I thought precedent was set’

NEW YORK — The Nets are eagerly awaiting word from the NBA’s league office on additional enforcement actions against 76ers star Joel Embiid.

Sports Illustrated

Doc Rivers Warns NBA Is Settling ‘Dangerous Precedent’ With Playoff Officiating

The 76ers coach didn’t mince words on Friday when addressing the state of NBA officiating.

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Kevin Harlan Put on a Clinic During Sixers-Nets Playoff Game

Here are three must-hear calls from Kevin Harlan during wild Sixers comeback.

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Heavy Boston Celtics presence in latest Athletic NBA Players poll

The Athletic's anonymous NBA player poll engaged 108 members of the league's 30 rosters with their identities protected so they can feel comfortable speaking freely, and a number of Celtics made the returns.

The Times of India

NBA playoffs: Philadelphia 76ers beat Brooklyn Nets for 3-0 series lead

NEW DELHI: The Philadelphia 76ers moved one win away from a sweep of their NBA first-round playoff series as they beat Brooklyn Nets 102-97 on Thursday in a rugged clash that featured two ejections and a controversial kick from Joel Embiid.

Sports Illustrated

Embiid Smugly Claims He Doesn’t Remember Kicking Claxton

The 76ers big didn’t let a physical game take away from his sense of humor in the postgame presser.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Sixers survive Joel Embiid injury, James Harden ejection to capture commanding 3-0 series lead vs. Nets

NEW YORK — What a game?

Tribune News Service

Nets crumble late and lose Game 3 to Sixers, 102-97

NEW YORK — Spencer Dinwiddie looked at the scoreboard, the time left on the clock, and slapped his hands in frustration.

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NBA fans were furious with refs’ inconsistency after James Harden was ejected on a soft call

James Harden was ejected for much less than what Joel Embiid pulled earlier in the night.

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