Overview
- Jayson Tatum, star player for the Boston Celtics, was ejected from a game against the Philadelphia 76ers after arguing a foul call near the end of the third quarter.
- Despite Tatum's ejection, the Celtics managed to secure a 125-119 victory over the 76ers.
- The 76ers were without their top two scorers, Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, making the Celtics' victory even more impressive.
- Tatum, who had scored 21 points before his ejection, insisted he was not angry and was surprised by the decision to eject him.
- The Celtics' win was also aided by strong performances from other team members, including Derrick White who scored 21 points.