Joel Embiid Celebrates 76ers’ Game 2 Upset Win Against Celtics on Social Media

POLICY WIRE — Philadelphia, USA — Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid expressed his enthusiasm on social media following his team’s unexpected 111-97 victory against the Boston Celtics in Game 2 of their playoff series.

The Philadelphia 76ers achieved a surprising 111-97 triumph over the Boston Celtics during Tuesday night’s Game 2, securing a crucial home-court advantage. This significant victory occurred even as their dominant center, Joel Embiid, remained sidelined. The All-Star player is currently in Philadelphia, recuperating from an appendectomy performed on April 9th.

Rookie sensation VJ Edgecombe delivered an outstanding performance, contributing 30 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. Complementing his efforts, Tyrese Maxey added 29 points, while veteran Paul George chipped in with 19 points.

These three players were instrumental in guiding the 76ers to an impressive road win over their rivals. Their collective effort allowed Philadelphia to return home with the series tied at 1-1, avoiding a challenging 0-2 deficit. Read More: Rookie Sensation VJ Edgecombe Leads 76ers to Crucial Game 2 Win

Embiid’s Social Media Reaction

Following the decisive victory, Embiid took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his reaction to the 76ers’ crucial Game 2 road win. His celebratory post was concise, featuring a well-known and widely used acronym.

LFG — Joel Embiid (@JoelEmbiid) April 22, 2026

The 76ers now have two days to prepare before hosting the Celtics for Game 3 of the series, scheduled for Friday. This win significantly alters the momentum and dynamics of the best-of-seven contest. For full details on the series schedule, see our guide here.