Former Jazzman Georges Niang's 76ers to Face Celtics in Playoffs

**Why it matters locally:** While the 76ers-Celtics playoff series is a national story, it has a slight local tie. Georges Niang, who played for the Utah Jazz from 2017 to 2021 and was a popular figure among fans, is a key player for the Philadelphia 76ers. Jazz fans, many of whom still follow Niang's career, might be interested in seeing how he performs in the playoffs. --- Philadelphia, PA - The Philadelphia 76ers have secured the seventh seed in the NBA playoffs following their game against the Orlando Magic. The victory guarantees a first-round playoff series against the Boston Celtics. The game, broadcast on ESPN, provided updated statistics and highlights throughout its duration. Details regarding the final score and key plays were made available during the broadcast and subsequent online coverage. The upcoming series between Philadelphia and Boston will mark the 23rd playoff series matchup between the two franchises.