Tatum, Brown lead Celtics past 76ers 123-91 in playoff opener
AP News
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The Boston Celtics have rolled past the Philadelphia 76ers 123-91 in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference first-round matchup.
Boston's Jayson Tatum had 25 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists in his first playoff game since rupturing his right Achilles tendon last season.
Jaylen Brown scored 26 points and Neemias Queta added 13 for the second-seeded Celtics.
Boston never trailed, building a 35-point lead as coach Joe Mazzulla gave minutes to 12 players.
The Celtics connected on 16 3-pointers.
Game 2 is Tuesday night in Boston.
Tyrese Maxey had 21 points and eight assists for the 76ers.
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