Edgecombe’s 23‑point, 5‑for‑11 three‑point night powers 76ers past Celtics in Game 7

Context Philadelphia entered Game 7 needing a win to avoid elimination after dropping three of the first six games. Edgecombe, the No. 3 overall pick in the 2023 draft, had struggled from deep earlier in the series, going 0‑for‑16 in the three losses. Yet he had shown flashes of brilliance, including a 34‑point debut at TD Garden in October.

Key Facts Edgecombe finished with 23 points, six rebounds, four assists and shot 5‑for‑11 from beyond the arc. Tyrese Maxey noted the rookie’s confidence, saying he attempted 11 threes and made them whenever open. On defense, Edgecombe took on Derrick White after halftime, limiting the guard to 3‑for‑13 shooting for just seven points; the Sixers never trailed in the second half.

What It Means The performance gave Philadelphia its first series win over Boston since 1982 and marked only the 14th time in NBA history a team has come back from a 3‑1 deficit. Edgecombe’s ability to contribute offensively while neutralizing a key Celtics guard provided the balance the 76ers needed to advance. His rookie season continues to show resilience amid injuries and rotation changes.

Watch for how Edgecombe adjusts in the Eastern Conference semifinals opener at Madison Square Garden, where he will play his 84th game of the season.