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NBA's 2022-23 semifinals find Boston Celtics competing

In the 2022/23 NBA season playoff quarterfinal seven, the Boston Celtics defeated the Philadelphia 76ers on their home turf, securing their spot in the semi-finals.

NBA's 2022-23 playoff stage has the Boston Celtics in the semifinals
NBA's 2022-23 playoff stage has the Boston Celtics in the semifinals

NBA's 2022-23 semifinals find Boston Celtics competing

The Boston Celtics have secured their place in the 2022/23 NBA Finals following a thrilling 112-88 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 7.

The series, which was a closely contested affair, saw several standout performances from both teams. For the Celtics, Jayson Tatum delivered a double-double with 51 points, 13 rebounds, and 5 assists. Jaylen Brown also chipped in with 25 points and 6 rebounds, while Al Horford contributed 10 rebounds. Brandon scored 12 points for the Celtics, providing valuable support throughout the game.

On the other side, Joel Embiid scored 15 points and had 8 rebounds for the 76ers. Tyrese Maxey was their top scorer with 17 points, and Tobias Harris added 19 points.

The Celtics' journey to the Finals began with a 4-2 series win against the Hawks in the first round of the playoffs. They then faced the Philadelphia 76ers in the semi-finals, where they clinched the series with a decisive home victory in Game 7.

Their next opponents in the Finals have yet to be determined, as they await the results of the ongoing series between their potential rivals. The Boston Celtics' next opponents have already secured their place in the Finals, having overcome the Bucks (4-1) and later eliminating the Knicks (4-2).

The series between the Boston Celtics and their next opponents in the 2022/23 NBA Finals will begin on May 18th at TD Garden, Boston. The specific date and location for the remainder of the series have not been specified as of yet.

The Boston Celtics will be aiming to claim their 18th NBA championship title in the upcoming series. The series will mark the first time the Celtics have appeared in the NBA Finals since the 2010/11 season.

Stay tuned for more updates on the 2022/23 NBA Finals as the Celtics prepare to face their next opponents.

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