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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) Round 1 Game 1 4/19/26

The Boston Celtics host the Philadelphia 76ers for Game 1 of the first round of the NBA Playoffs.
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Sixers completely outclassed by Celtics in Game 1 disaster

Sixers completely outclassed by Celtics in Game 1 disaster

The Sixers were underdogs heading in, but a litany of unforced errors led to a Celtics blowout.
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10 Takeaways from the Celtics blowout victory over 76ers in Game 1

10 Takeaways from the Celtics blowout victory over 76ers in Game 1

Philly chanted “We Want Boston” and Boston gave them what they asked for
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Sixers begin playoffs in Boston with Sunday matinee

Sixers begin playoffs in Boston with Sunday matinee

The Sixers will hope to steal Game 1 on the road in Boston.
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How Boston took the wind out of Tyrese Maxey in Game 1

How Boston took the wind out of Tyrese Maxey in Game 1

Maxey was aggressive from the jump, but the Celtics guided him where they wanted.
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The Sixers picked the wrong coverage

The Sixers picked the wrong coverage

Philadelphia chose aggression, but Boston turned it into opportunity. The Celtics dissected the Sixers’ hedge coverage possession after possession, generating elite looks at the rim.
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Celtics, Jays look sharp in Game 1, blowout 76ers 123-91

Celtics, Jays look sharp in Game 1, blowout 76ers 123-91

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown prove themselves as NBA’s best duo to start the 2026 NBA Playoffs.
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Jayson Tatum has strong return to playoffs for Celtics, who rout 76ers 123-91 in Game 1

Jayson Tatum has strong return to playoffs for Celtics, who rout 76ers 123-91 in Game 1

The Boston Celtics have rolled past the Philadelphia 76ers 123-91 in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference first-round matchup
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Joe Mazzulla explains why Celtics face ‘tough test’ in first round vs. Sixers

Joe Mazzulla explains why Celtics face ‘tough test’ in first round vs. Sixers

“I think they’re a very, very well-balanced team.”
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Looking back at the Sixers’ regular season meetings against Boston

Looking back at the Sixers’ regular season meetings against Boston

The Sixers will look to carry over some modest regular season success against Boston into the postseason.
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Boston faces a tricky equation against Philadelphia’s speed

Boston faces a tricky equation against Philadelphia’s speed

The Celtics enter the series as clear favorites, but the matchup is more complex than it looks. Turnovers and pace, driven by Philadelphia’s small guards, could disrupt Boston’s control.
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What is the ideal role for Boston’s bench players against the 76ers?

What is the ideal role for Boston’s bench players against the 76ers?

The Celtics’ incredible depth provides paths to contribute from multiple players.