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NBA News / CelticsBlog / April 19
Philadelphia 76ers (0-0) at Boston Celtics (0-0) Round 1 Game 1 4/19/26 
Philadelphia 76ers (0-0) at Boston Celtics (0-0) Sunday, April 19, 2026 1:00 PM ET First Round Game #1 Home Game #1 TV: ABC Radio: 98.5 Sports Hub, 97.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 19
Final Injury Report for 76ers-Celtics Game 1: Will Jayson Tatum, Joel Embiid Play?
The Boston Celtics are at home on Sunday afternoon as they host the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 1 of the first round of the NBA Playoffs. Boston enters Sunday’s game as the No.
Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / April 19
CelticsBlog predictions: How does this season end?
At a certain point, you have to stop circling possibilities and just make a call. Nobody enjoys that part, because it means putting something on record and living with it for the next two months.
The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to score the most points in their NBA debut for every franchise can you name in five minutes?
Boston Celtics News / Hoops Wire / April 19
Celtics Notes: Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Jordan Walsh
For Celtics star Jayson Tatum, just being here counts as a win. But let’s be honest. That’s not why he came back. Tatum will make his playoff return Sunday, less than a year after tearing his Achilles in the second round, as noted by Jay King of The Athletic.
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.
Jordan Walsh News / CelticsBlog / April 18
For one Celtics x-factor, this 76ers series was a long time coming
BOSTON — This could be Jordan Walsh’s moment, the moment that Brad Stevens envisioned when he drafted a 19-year-old propspet out of Arkansas in 2023. Back then, Walsh was long, athletic defender that the Celtics hoped could eventually mold into someone who could lock down some of the NBA’s best offensive talents.
NBA News / AirJordanChronicles / April 18
Celtics’ Jaylen Brown Opens Up on Stephen Curry’s Place in NBA History
Stephen Curry’s incredible on-court antics over the years have earned him loads of appreciation from several NBA legends. The Celtics’ Jaylen Brown became the latest addition to that list.
Joe Mazzulla News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 18
Boston Celtics Wing Explains Joe Mazzulla Telling Him 'You Were Dead in the Water'
The Joe Mazzulla list of greatest quotes is already a mile long. From his “nobody cares” when Derrick White congratulated him on a Coach of the Month award, to “I hope we see the red dot on our foreheads” when talking about starting the season as champions, Mazzulla is always good for a memorable line.
Jordan Walsh News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 18
Jordan Walsh Will Draw Toughest Assignment vs. Philadelphia 76ers, And He Has a Plan
Tyrese Maxey is a problem. He is a super-fast, downhill player who gets just about any shot he wants. He averaged 28.3 points per game this season, got
NBA News / CelticsBlog / April 18
Order From Chaos—The Week in Green
Last Saturday, my wife and I saw “One of America’s Boldest Orchestras” perform Haydn’s The Creation. It was a deeply moving experience which, on its surface, doesn’t really relate to basketball, but please bear with me here—I’ve already borrowed from Carly Simon and Sly and the Family Stone, so let’s spend some time with Papa Haydn as well.
Tyrese Maxey News / CelticsBlog / April 18
Minimizing Maxey, protecting the rim, and hitting the boards: three things Boston can carry over vs. Philly
The Boston Celtics will enter the playoffs facing a highly familiar opponent. Their upcoming series will mark the 23rd postseason meeting between the Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers, underscoring one of the league’s most enduring rivalries.
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 / CelticsBlog / April 18
What is the ideal role for Boston’s bench players against the 76ers?
Of the last 20 games of Boston’s regular season, 13 featured a starting lineup of Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Derrick White, Sam Hauser and Neemias Queta. Despite Tatum’s late entry into the lineup, that 5-man combo is third in total minutes together this year, sporting a +7 net scoring advantage (per 100 possessions).
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 17
LeBron James responds to Ron Harper's insult with profane shot
One former Los Angeles Lakers champion is going after another one this week.
Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 16
Joe Mazzulla Praises Jaylen Brown's Ability To Take Mentality 'To A Dark Place'
Comedian Neal Brennan has a really funny bit about athletes and mental health. “ESPN’s always carrying on about how athletes need to have good mental health,” the bit begins.
Boston Celtics News / AirJordanChronicles / April 16
Kobe Bryant’s Influence Leads Jaylen Brown to Unique Footwork Training
Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown is spending his free time doing something few would ever expect. He has picked up a new physical hobby right before the playoffs that’s inspired by Kobe Bryant. A report by Burtland Dixon via ClutchPoints highlighted the story of Brown Bryant-esque habit.
NBA News / EasySportz / April 16
Celtics vs 76ers First-Round Series Preview and Prediction
The Boston Celtics enter the playoffs as one of the most complete teams in the NBA—and their first-round matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers looks heavily tilted in their favor.
Boston Celtics News / Celtics Life / April 16
Celtics Officially the Favorites to Win the Eastern Conference: Who Are Their Biggest Rivals?
A faded Celtics basketball - Source: Unsplash Back when Jayson Tatum was being helped off the floor at Madison Square Garden, right Achilles tendon in tatters during Game 4 of that bitter conference semifinals defeat to the Knicks, the Celtics' talisman took his side's NBA Finals hopes with him to the IR.
Tyrese Maxey News / Hoops Rumors / April 16
Sixers Clinch Playoff Spot, Will Face Celtics In First Round
The Sixers got 31 points from Tyrese Maxey on Wednesday as they claimed the seventh seed in the East with a 109-97 win over the Magic. Maxey broke open a tight game by scoring seven straight points late in the fourth quarter to give Philadelphia a victory in front of its home fans.
Jaylen Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15
Jaylen Brown shows off new skill before playoffs
There is a good argument to be made that the Boston Celtics wouldn’t be where they are without Jaylen Brown. He is coming off his best season to date as the Celtics finished at 56-26 and are the 2nd seed in the Eastern Conference Playoffs.
Ron Harper News / Celtics Life / April 14
Watch: Ron Harper Jr. and his journey to Boston
A look back at Ron Harper Jr's journey with the Celtics this season courtesy of their Next Up series. Watch as Ron continues to put the work in both in Maine and Boston finally culminating with a late season two year NBA contract with the franchise.
Luka Garza News / The Lead / April 13
Luka Garza’s Father Reveals the Mindset Behind His NBA Rise
Since joining the Boston Celtics, Luka Garza has excelled in his role. What Garza lacks in athleticism, he makes up for with footwork, a mind-over-matter work ethic, consistency, meditation, and visualization.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 13
Magic close regular season with a thud against Celtics backups
It's the capper to a Magic season that's been alternately encouraging and frustrating.
Baylor Scheierman News / Field Level Media / April 12
Baylor Scheierman, Celtics top Magic, enter playoffs on winning note
Baylor Scheierman tossed in a career-high 30 points to lead the Boston Celtics to a 113-108 victory over the visiting Orlando Magic on Sunday in the final regular-season game for each team.
The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to make at least five three-pointers off the bench at least 20 times in their career can you name in five minutes?
Boston Celtics News / Hoops Wire / April 11
Celtics owner Bill Chisolm: ‘We’re doing the right things to win’
Celtics owner Bill Chisholm says his focus remains on continuity and winning as he settles into his role as the franchise’s governor. In an interview with Adam Himmelsbach of The Boston Globe, Chisholm touched on a number of topics, including his relationship with players and staff, the team’s direction and long-term plans.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 11
Celtics tie their own NBA record vs. Pelicans
Two teams in NBA history had ever made 29 three-pointers in a game before this week. Friday night, the Boston Celtics became the second team in five nights to tie the single-game record for threes.
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