Tatum & Brown Lead Celtics to Game 1 ROUT vs 76ers 💪 | April 19, 2026

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led the way as the Celtics cruised past the 76ers, 123-91, to take a 1-0 series lead in dominant fashion.

Brown finished with 26 PTS on 11-21 FG, while Tatum added 25 PTS, 11 REB, and 7 AST as Boston controlled the game from start to finish (0 lead changes).

The duo continues to make history, recording their 50th career playoff game each with 20+ PTS—joining Larry Bird and Kevin McHale as the only Celtics duos to reach that mark. Tatum also moved into 11th on the NBA’s all-time postseason 3-pointers made list, passing Kobe Bryant.

Tyrese Maxey led Philadelphia with 21 PTS and 8 AST, while Paul George added 17 PTS and moved into 14th all-time in playoff 3-pointers made, passing Paul Pierce.

Celtics take Game 1 in commanding fashion.

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