In Game 1 of their playoff series, the Philadelphia 76ers faced a tough defeat against the Boston Celtics, losing 123-91 at TD Garden in Boston. The Sixers, missing star player Joel Embiid, were led by Tyrese Maxey, who scored 21 points and dished out eight assists. However, the team struggled significantly with their 3-point shooting, making only four of their 23 attempts, compared to the Celtics' 16 made 3-pointers out of 44 attempts. Coach Nick Nurse highlighted the need for the Sixers to improve their shooting efficiency to compete with the Celtics, who heavily rely on their 3-point game. Additionally, the Sixers' defense faltered, allowing Jayson Tatum to score 25 points while struggling to contain him in the paint. Both Maxey and VJ Edgecombe faced challenges against Boston's defense, failing to find their rhythm. For the Sixers to bounce back in the series, they must address these issues and improve their overall performance in the next game.