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On YouTubeBoston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / April 25
Can the Celtics slow down Tyrese Maxey? Jordan Walsh might be worth a look. 
Tyrese Maxey has been living quite comfortably in this series. Not in the sense that every shot is falling or every possession ends in points, but in the way that’s slightly concerning with every passing game.
Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / April 25
How the Celtics felt before securing 2-1 lead over Sixers: ‘This was like a Game 7’
Losing home-court advantage before hitting the road against the Philadelphia 76ers prompted a sense of urgency for the Boston Celtics. To them, Game 3 might as well have been a win-or-go-home contest.
Jayson Tatum News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 25
Everything Jayson Tatum said After Boston Celtics Clutch Game 3 Win Over the 76ers
PHILADELPHIA — Jayson Tatum scored 11 of his 25 points in the fourth quarter, including the dagger three-pointer to seal a Game 3 win over the Philadelphia
The 'NBA Playoff 30-point teammates' quiz
How many of the most recent teammates to score at least 30 points in the same NBA Playoff game can you name in seven minutes?
Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / April 25
10 Takeaways from the Celtics Game 3 Response vs. 76ers
After years of hitting clutch shots and beating the Toronto Raptors in playoff series, LeBron James eventually got the nickname “LeBronto.” At what point do we come up with a nickname for Jayson Tatum against the 76ers?
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / April 25
Mazzulla: “If anybody ever doubts D-White, they don’t really care about winning”
Whew. After 48 hard fought minutes of basketball, the Boston Celtics scraped out a gritty 108-100 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers. With the win, the Celtics regain control of homecourt advantage and now lead the series 2-1.
Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 24
6 Reasons Boston Celtics Held On To Beat Sixers in Game 3, Including Surprising Plays
PHILADELPHIA — The Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers played their first clutch game of the series and it was the Celtics who made the winning plays down the stretch.
Boston Celtics News / Hoops Wire / April 24
Jayson Tatum rises, as Celtics reclaim control vs. Sixers: ‘I’ve been here before’
The 76ers once held the keys to the 2017 draft. They moved up, took Markelle Fultz at No. 1, and watched Jayson Tatum land with the Celtics at No. 3. That part still stings.
Boston Celtics News / Fadeaway World / April 24
Boston Celtics Outplay 76ers On The Road: 4 Takeaways From Game 3
Coming off a home loss in Game 2, the Boston Celtics were feeling all the pressure to respond with their usual poise, teamwork, and on-court focus. While it wasn’t easy, they managed to escape with an eight-point win tonight against the 76ers (108-100) to take a 2-1 series lead and swing the momentum back in their favor.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
Boston Celtics News / Ball Exclusives / April 25
Watch: Celtics take 2-1 lead over Sixers with clutch shooting
The Boston Celtics secured a gritty 108-100 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, taking a 2-1 series advantage. Friday’s matchup saw both teams struggle to find much efficiency as defense prevailed.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 24
Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown help Celtics take Game 3 vs. 76ers
Thanks to a 108-100 win on Friday night, the Boston Celtics were able to take a 2-1 series lead over the Philadelphia 76ers in their first-round Eastern Conference matchup.
Boston Celtics News / Field Level Media / April 24
Celtics eke out Game 3 win vs. Sixers, regain series lead
Jayson Tatum scored 11 of his 25 points in the fourth quarter as the visiting Boston Celtics defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 108-100 on Friday in Game 3 of their first-round playoff series.
NBA News / Total Apex Sports / April 25
Boston Celtics Squeak By Philadelphia 76ers To Take 2-1 Series Lead
For 47 minutes, the arena in South Philly sounded like a jet engine testing facility. The home crowd, starved for playoff basketball for nearly two years, brought an absolute tidal wave of noise.
Derrick White News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 24
Celtics Derrick White details construction worker heckling ahead of 76ers’ Game 3
Before a single jump ball is tossed Friday night at Xfinity Mobile Arena, the Boston Celtics are already getting a taste of what Philadelphia has to offer.
Boston Celtics News / Hoops Rumors / April 23
Celtics’ Derrick White Wins 2025/26 Sportsmanship Award
Celtics guard Derrick White has own the Sportsmanship Award for the 2025/26 season, the league announced today (Twitter link). It marks the second straight year in which a Boston guard has won the award, with Jrue Holiday taking it home a year ago prior to being traded to Portland.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 22
Watch: Cheerleaders get caught in awkward situation with 76ers players
Boston Celtics cheerleaders just wanted to do their job before Tuesday’s Game 2 of the playoff series between the C’s and the Philadelphia 76ers. But a couple of Sixers players made it a little challenging for them.
Boston Celtics News / AirJordanChronicles / April 22
Throwback: Michael Jordan’s Record-Breaking Playoff Game Against the Boston Celtics in 1986
Forty years ago, Michael Jordan walked into Boston Garden and put up a number that still sits alone at the top of the NBA playoff record books. It was April 20, 1986.
Jaylen Brown News / Fadeaway World / April 22
Celtics Player Ratings: Brown’s Dominant Performance Not Enough In Game 2 Loss Against Sixers
The Boston Celtics had their chances, but this was one of those frustrating nights where nothing quite clicked offensively. They generated looks, a lot of them, but the shooting just never caught up, especially from deep, where they went ice cold.
Boston Celtics News / Hoops Wire / April 21
Sixers gave themselves reasons to believe in Game 2 win over Celtics
Everyone saw the score: Sixers 111, Celtics 97 in Game 2 in Boston on Tuesday. But that’s not the whole story. What the Sixers did in Game 2 wasn’t just about evening the series.
VJ Edgecombe News / Yardbarker / April 21
VJ Edgecombe's historic performance helps 76ers respond from Game 1 dud in win over Celtics
After looking like a team that stood little chance against the Boston Celtics in a lackluster Game 1 performance on Sunday, the Philadelphia 76ers evened the series at one game apiece on Tuesday.
Joe Mazzulla News / AirJordanChronicles / April 21
Joe Mazzulla Reflects on Handling Praise and Criticism in Coaching
Joe Mazzulla is quickly establishing his place among all-time great Boston Celtics coaches. Since Mazzulla took over as coach, he has upheld the standards of the storied Celtics organization.
Joe Mazzulla News / Larry Brown Sports / April 20
Joe Mazzulla doubles down on his smear campaign against Coach of the Year Award
Joe Mazzulla continues to rag on the NBA Coach of the Year Award any chance he gets. The Celtics head coach was named one of three finalists for the 2025-26 Coach of the Year award over the weekend.
Boston Celtics News / AirJordanChronicles / April 20
Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum Near Celtics Scoring Record Held by Larry Bird, Kevin McHale
Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum are very close to rewriting a Boston Celtics playoff record that once felt unbreakable. This duo is now chasing a rare milestone once owned only by Hall of Famers Larry Bird and Kevin McHale.
Paul Pierce News / Total Pro Sports / April 20
Paul Pierce Gets Brutally Honest About Boston Celtics Dominance Over Philadelphia 76ers
The Boston Celtics made a powerful statement in their 2026 playoff opener, winning Game 1 of the first-round series against the Philadelphia 76ers. This commanding win created a buzz among fans, and Celtics legend Paul Pierce weighed in with high praise.
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