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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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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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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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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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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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Boston Celtics Daily Links 4/19/26

Boston Celtics Daily Links 4/19/26

All the Celtics news you need in one convenient place.
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Boston Celtics Daily Links 4/20/26

Boston Celtics Daily Links 4/20/26

All the Celtics news you need in one convenient place.
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Celtics’ Jayson Tatum puts Sixers on notice with Game 1 takeover

Celtics’ Jayson Tatum puts Sixers on notice with Game 1 takeover

“There was many a days where I wasn’t sure I was gonna play this season, let alone get a chance to play today.”
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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.
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For one Celtics x-factor, this 76ers series was a long time coming

For one Celtics x-factor, this 76ers series was a long time coming

Jordan Walsh could be one of the Celtics’ most important players when they face the 76ers on Sunday.
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Minimizing Maxey, protecting the rim, and hitting the boards: three things Boston can carry over vs. Philly

Minimizing Maxey, protecting the rim, and hitting the boards: three things Boston can carry over vs. Philly

Boston’s four meetings vs the 76ers showed some advantages they can take to the playoffs