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Celtics vs 76ers – Game 7 NBA Playoffs – predictions: Odds, recent stats, trends, best bets for May 2

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The Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers are set for a Game 7 at TD Garden. The 76ers won Game 6 in Philadelphia, 106-93, giving the 76ers two straight wins in the series. Once down 3-1, the 76ers have tied the series up 3-3.

With Joel Embiid back in the lineup for Philadelphia, Boston has struggled from three. The Celtics are settling for more outside shots and have now posted 28% and 29% from three over the past two games. When Boston has won in this series, they've made 41.

7% of their three-pointers compared to 27. 7% in the three losses, which has been the difference. The Celtics also average 119.

7 points per game in their playoff wins versus 95. 7 in their losses. The 76ers have had elite defensive showings over the past two games and are one win away from completing the 3-1 comeback.

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