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NBA News / CelticsBlog / April 29
“Magic” — Game 5 didn’t end how Celtics fans wanted, but they’ll be back 
From my seat in press row at TD Garden, you can see the entire arena. The benches, the matchups, the way a possession starts to form before it fully develops.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29
2 Celtics most to blame for disappointing Game 5 loss to 76ers
The Boston Celtics built a double-digit second-half lead in Game 5 and lost it. An 113–97 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on their home floor not only squandered a chance to close out the series but also shifted pressure squarely back onto Boston heading into a pivotal Game 6.
The 'Season triple-double leaders by team' quiz
How many of the players to record the most triple-doubles in one season since the NBA/ABA merger for each franchise can you name in five minutes?
Joe Mazzulla News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29
Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla reveals message to locker room after ugly Game 5 loss to 76ers
Joe Mazzulla is rarely flustered following a loss, and Tuesday night was no different. The 2023-24 NBA champion and 2025-26 Coach of the Year finalist maintained his usual stoic demeanor after the Boston Celtics’ 113-97 home defeat versus the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 5 of their first-round playoffs matchup.
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.
Jaylen Brown News / Total Pro Sports / April 29
Joel Embiid’s Injury Scare Continues as He Walks to Locker Room After Collision With Jaylen Brown
Joel Embiid sure can’t catch a break when it comes to injuries, especially in the regular season. And now, it looks like his injury woes have carried on to the NBA Playoffs as well.
Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29
The 32-game perfect Celtics streak that ended in Game 5 loss to 76ers
Everything seemed to be lining up for the Boston Celtics in their quest to finish off the Philadelphia 76ers to punch their ticket to the second round of the 2026 NBA playoffs.
Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 28
Six Reasons Boston Celtics Lost Game 5 to Sixers, Including 'Messing Around' Too Much
BOSTON — The Boston Celtics looked to be doing the thing everyone expected them to do, going up 13 in the third quarter, but they were out-scored 63-34
Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 28
Celtics’ Jayson Tatum reacts to Payton Pritchard’s criticism after Game 5 loss to 76ers
The Boston Celtics could not finish off the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday after suffering a 16-point loss, 113-97, in Game 5 of their first-round series in the playoffs.
Boston Celtics News / AirJordanChronicles / April 29
Watch: Jaylen Brown Invites Foul Trouble After And-1 Dunk Assist to Neemias Queta
While Jaylen Brown and his team put up a strong display in Game 5 of the Boston Celtics vs the Philadelphia 76ers, the game ended in a 76ers victory. The Celtics star put his physicality and assist IQ on display, resulting in a flashy And-1 three-point play against the 76ers.
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.
NBA News / Field Level Media / April 28
Sixers stun Celtics to stay alive in series, force Game 6
Joel Embiid tossed in 33 points and added eight assists as the visiting Philadelphia 76ers avoided elimination by beating the Boston Celtics 113-97 Tuesday in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series.
Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / April 28
Celtics drop Game 5 at home, outplayed in the fourth by 76ers, 113-97
The Boston Celtics returned home to TD Garden Tuesday night to try and close out their first round series against the Philadelphia 76ers. Boston led through three quarters, before the Philadelphia 76ers made a stunning comeback to take the lead at the start of the 4th quarter.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 28
Joel Embiid keeps 76ers alive with massive Game 5 effort
A limited Embiid was good enough to stave off elimination for the Philadelphia 76ers in their 113-97 win over the Boston Celtics.
Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / April 28
Jaylen Brown Off-Court News Announced Amid NBA Playoffs
Jaylen Brown has a large part to do with the Boston Celtics’ unexpectedly successful regular season. Before the start of the year, expectations were low for the Celtics due to Jayson Tatum recovering from a torn Achilles tendon.
NBA News / CelticsBlog / April 28
Philadelphia 76ers (1-3) at Boston Celtics (3-1) Round 1 Game 5 4/28/26
Philadelphia 76ers (1-3) at Boston Celtics (3-1) Tuesday, April 28, 2026 7:00 PM ET First Round Game #5 Home Game #3 TV: ESPN Radio: 98.5 Sports Hub, 97.5 Fanatic, Sirius XM TD Garden Officials: James Williams, Kevin Scott, Brian Forte The Celtics look to close out their first round series as they host the Philadelphia 76ers for Game 5.
Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / April 28
The Celtics just won the award they deserved most. Here’s how.
BOSTON – Before the season began, Jayson Tatum scoffed at the notion that the Celtics were going to tank the season. “It’s the way our organization is ran,” Tatum told ESPN’s Malika Andrews.
Brad Stevens News / Hoops Wire / April 28
Celtics’ Brad Stevens named NBA Exec of Year in vote of peers
The Boston Celtics weren’t supposed to be here. Not this year. Not after everything that hit them last summer. Didn’t matter. Brad Stevens just kept pushing the right buttons.
Payton Pritchard News / The Lead / April 28
The Celtics Must Continue to Trust Payton Pritchard
Payton Pritchard etched his name into Boston Celtics lore years ago with his 43-foot buzzer beater in Game 5 of the 2024 NBA Finals. He then became the fourth Celtic to ever win the Most Improved Player Award in 2025.
Jaylen Brown News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 28
Jaylen Brown Drops New Nickname for Teammate, Who Immeidiately Tries to Shut It Down
Baylor Scheierman has carved out a very nice role for himself in this second season with the Boston Celtics. He’s proven to be a very good defender, with size and foot speed to hang with most wings.
Boston Celtics News / Field Level Media / April 27
Celtics return home with chance to finish off reeling Sixers
The Boston Celtics can close out the Eastern Conference first-round playoff series with the visiting Philadelphia 76ers in Game 5 on Tuesday night. After splitting two games in Boston, the second-seeded Celtics took a 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series by beating the seventh-seeded 76ers twice in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / April 27
Why the 76ers need to seriously consider trading Joel Embiid
With the Philadelphia 76ers on the verge of elimination, there's something that's become increasingly clear about the future of the franchise.
Boston Celtics News / HITC / April 27
Payton Pritchard becomes just third Celtic to reach stunning playoff feat
The Boston Celtics are heading back home with control of their series against the Philadelphia 76ers, leading 3-1 after a dominant 128-96 win on Sunday night.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 26
Joel Embiid's return wasn't enough for 76ers in ugly Game 4 loss to Celtics
Joel Embiid made his 2026 playoff debut for the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday, and it did not matter one bit in their ugly 128-96 loss to the Boston Celtics.
Derrick White 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.
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