: Joel Embiid made a return from an appendectomy in Game 4, but the Celtics still secured a 128–96 win to take a 3–1 lead.
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: Victor Wembanyama returned from concussion protocol to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 3–1 series lead over the Portland Trail Blazers. The Spurs made history in Game 4 by becoming the first playoff team to trail by 15+ at halftime and win by 15+. Injury Hurdles for Title Contenders : : Joel Embiid made a return from an