Celtics fans chanting “We Want Boston!” 💀💀💀. (via @DanielleHobeika) https://t.co/3m9G...
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This post features a hilarious video clip of Philadelphia 76ers fans chanting 'We Want Boston!' during a playoff game, ironically taunting the heavily favored Boston Celtics. The skull emojis (💀💀💀) emphasize the comedic irony, as Boston is the defending champion and top seed, making the chant a potential jinx. Shared via reporter @DanielleHobeika, it captures the bold trash-talk spirit of Philly fans amid the intense first-round Eastern Conference playoff matchup between the rivals.
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The clip is exploding on social media due to the ongoing 2026 NBA playoffs, where the 76ers face the dominant Celtics in the first round, amplifying fan rivalry hype. The chant's irony resonates as Boston boasts stars like Jayson Tatum and a championship pedigree, while Philly fights injury concerns. Analysts like Stephen A. Smith are reacting, predicting Philly's regret and boosting visibility right before Game 1 or 2.
💡Fun Facts
- 1Boston Celtics entered the 2026 playoffs as the #1 seed in the East with the league's best record, making the 'We Want Boston' chant hilariously bold.
- 2Philly fans are infamous for epic chants like 'Beat Chicago' before the Bulls crushed them in past playoffs, echoing this potential jinx.
- 3Stephen A. Smith warned on ESPN that 76ers fans chanting this will 'regret it' due to Boston's superior depth and experience.
- 4The clip originates from a courtside reporter @DanielleHobeika, highlighting real-time fan energy during tense playoff atmospheres.
- 5Celtics have won 18 NBA titles, second only to the Lakers' 17, fueling their aura as Philly's nightmare matchup.
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