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After splitting the first two games of their series, the Celtics and 76ers reconvene Friday in Philadelphia for a pivotal Game 3.
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Boston cruised to an easy victory in the series opener, but Philly responded with a 111-97 win in Game 2. Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe combined to score 59 points for the Sixers, who stunned the TD Garden crowd and stole home-court advantage.
Now, the pressure is on the Celtics, who came into this matchup as a heavy favorite. Can Joe Mazzulla’s squad get back on track?
Here is everything you need to know about 76ers vs. Celtics, including TV and streaming options for Game 3 of the first-round series.
How to watch 76ers vs. Celtics Game 3: TV channel, live stream
Celtics vs. 76ers will not air on a traditional TV channel. The game will be available to stream exclusively on Prime Video, which is currently offering a 30-day free trial for new users.
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76ers vs. Celtics Game 3 start time
76ers vs. Celtics is scheduled to tip off at 7 p.m. ET on Friday. The game will be played at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.
76ers vs. Celtics series schedule
Date
Game
Time (ET)
Watch
April 19
Game 1: Celtics 123, 76ers 91
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April 21
Game 2: 76ers 111, Celtics 97
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April 24
Game 3: Celtics vs. 76ers
7 p.m.
April 26
Game 4: Celtics vs. 76ers
7 p.m.
April 28
Game 5: 76ers vs. Celtics
7 p.m.
ESPN, ESPN app
April 30
Game 6*: Celtics vs. 76ers
TBD
TBD
May 2
Game 7*: 76ers vs. Celtics
TBD
TBD
*If necessary
NBA Playoffs schedule, key dates for 2026
Here are the key dates to know for the NBA Playoffs and offseason:
Event
Dates
First round begins
April 18
Conference semifinals begin
May 4*
NBA Draft Lottery
May 10
Eastern Conference finals begin
May 19*
Western Conference finals begin
May 20*
NBA Finals begin
June 3
NBA Finals Game 7 (if necessary)
June 19
*Can move up depending on earlier series
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