Daily News | Sixers vs. Boston Celtics takeaways: MVP race ends, P.J. Tucker’s value, tightening up
P.J Tucker is showing why the 76ers signed him a three-year, $33 million deal. But the Sixers need to tighten up their end-of-game execution.Embiid’s MVP candidacy
Tuesday was his second game with at least 50 points, 10 rebounds and five assists, tying Hall of Famer Wilt Chamberlain for the most such single-season games in franchise history. Embiid also became the first league player to produce at least 50 points, 10 rebounds and five assists against the Celtics since the 1971-72 season.
But the Sixers didn’t appear surprised by his production. Harden suggested that Tucker spot up in the corner down the stretch.
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