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Sunday, May 3, 2026
An unexpected journey: The Celtics’ raised expectations and back again

Oof. I need a minute to unfold myself and get some air back in my bruised lungs. That one hurt. I think the reason it hurt so much is because it was so unexpected. I predicted a sweep for the...

5 Celtics who might be out the door after devastating collapse against 76ers

After that devastating collapse of a playoff result to the 76ers, anything and everything should be on the table for the Celtics this summer.

A Myles Turner-Celtics trade suddenly doesn't sound like such a bad idea

Before the playoffs, the idea of the Boston Celtics acquiring Myles Turner sounded laughable. After how hilariously disappointing Boston's frontcourt was, suddenly it might not be such a funny...

Central Notes: Bulls, Lloyd, Nori, Reed, Pistons, Furphy

The Bulls have reportedly narrowed down their list of candidates for their head of basketball operations job to Matt Lloyd, Bryson Graham, Dennis Lindsey and Dave Lewin. Of those four finalists,...

Joe Mazzulla and the Celtics finally played the right card but at the wrong time

Asking players who were largely glued to the bench to play in-rhythm during Game 7 proved to be a tough ask for Joe Mazzulla and the Celtics.

The reason 76ers, Paul George couldn't possibly lose Game 7 to Celtics

Turns out, this was already in the bag.

10 Takeaways from the Celtics going down swinging in Game 7 vs 76ers

1. Celtics Infamy For the first time in the history of the franchise, the Boston Celtics blew a 3-1 lead in a series, losing Game 7 to the Philadelphia 76ers, 109-100. This is the 14th time in NBA...

In unprecedented collapse, the Celtics dishonored their long-held standard

BOSTON — The Boston Celtics began their season with three straight losses. Six months later, against the same Philadelphia 76ers they faced on Opening Night, their season ended with three straight...

76ers' coach praises VJ Edgecombe's defensive heroics against Celtics

Nick Nurse had a few good things to say about VJ Edgecombe's defensive heroics against Boston.

An ‘inevitable' injury? Tatum addresses knee issue, why he missed Game 7

Jayson Tatum’s 2025-26 season ended the same way it began: with the Boston Celtics star in street clothes watching his team lose to the Philadelphia 76ers at TD Garden. Tatum’s absence from...

Celtics discuss impact of Joel Embiid's return in opening round

Multiple members of the Celtics have talked about the impact that the 76ers' Joel Embiid had on their seven-game series.

Boston Celtics Title Window Could Be Closed After First-Round Exit

The 76ers stunned the Celtics in Game 7, completing a massive upset. What this means for Boston’s future.

Joe Mazzulla just did something not even Doc Rivers did with the Celtics

Doc Rivers won a title with the Boston Celtics, but he also had a checkered history with the team. Even so, he never suffered a playoff loss like Joe Mazzulla just did.

What Tyrese Maxey told Joel Embiid after Jayson Tatum was ruled out

Maxey's read on the Tatum news was telling.

Joe Mazzulla makes surprising admission following Boston's historic collapse

Mazzulla had something to say about losing big.

Jaylen Brown blasts Embiid’s playing style after 76ers complete 3-1 comeback.

Brown got very honest about Joel Embiid's night.

Celtics forced into Jaylen Brown realization that the rest of the league already knew

Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics was asked to be The Guy in Game 7 and he fell short, something everyone outside of Boston could have predicted.

Game 7 ended the Celtics’ season before any of us were ready to let go

BOSTON — Minutes after Jayson Tatum was ruled out of Game 7, Joe Mazzulla walked into the media room wearing a black “Celtics Mindset” hoodie. He didn’t raise his voice or change his tone. “This...

The Celtics were on top of the world. Then, a season ended in heartbreak.

BOSTON – On Sunday night, the Celtics were on top of the world, holding a 3-1 series lead over their rival Philadelphia 76ers, equipped with a fully healthy roster and on the heels of a...

Jaylen Brown: Joel Embiid was 'flopping around' and 'got some extra calls' in 76ers' Game 7 win over Celtics

After falling behind 3-1, Embiid and the 76ers rallied to upset the Celtics in seven

Joel Embiid, 76ers too much for Celtics without Jayson Tatum in Game 7: 6 takeaways

Embiid outmatched Boston in the paint once again, finishing Saturday's game with 34 points. The post Joel Embiid, 76ers too much for Celtics without Jayson Tatum in Game 7: 6 takeaways appeared...

Joel Embiid, 76ers finally vanquish their Celtics demons in historic -- and cathartic -- Game 7 win

Embiid returned from an appendectomy to lead an improbable 3-1 series comeback and overcome his own playoff demons

Celtics confirmed fans’ worst fears with demoralizing first-round exit

The Celtics revealed an unfortunate truth in their first-round playoff loss to the 76ers.

Saturday, May 2, 2026
Celtics’ Cinderella story comes to an end in Game 7 against Joel Embiid, 76ers

Boston's Jayson Tatum-less lineup brought it to a No. 2 seed, but was no match for Philadelphia Saturday. The post Celtics’ Cinderella story comes to an end in Game 7 against Joel Embiid, 76ers...

Joe Mazzulla's inexplicable decision is directly to blame for Celtics collapse

The Boston Celtics were upset in the first round, and chief among those to blame is head coach Joe Mazzulla, who mismanaged Jayson Tatum and doomed his team.

76ers, Embiid vanquish Celtics in Game 7 thriller

The 76ers became just the 14th team in NBA history to come back from a 3-1 deficit after holding on in a thrilling Game 7 win over their bitter rivals.

Joe Mazzulla explains Celtics' controversial Game 7 starting lineup change

Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla defended his approach after three of the Celtics' five starters were held scoreless in a Game 7 loss.

Jaylen Brown once believed the 76ers were better without a healthy Joel Embiid

Jaylen Brown is known to be quite vocal, but it seems his words have come back to bite him against the 76ers.

The Celtics overachieved all season, but their collapse against the 76ers raises big long-term questions

Trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo may seem like the obvious answer, but it's not that easy

Joel Embiid reaffirms his belief in his teammates in shocking Game 7 win over the Celtics

Joel Embiid and the 76ers are back in the second round after a long-awaited win against the Celtics.

Joel Embiid, 76ers knock out second-seeded Celtics

Joel Embiid had 34 points, 12 rebounds and six assists and Tyrese Maxey added 30 points and 11 rebounds to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 109-100 vi

Joel Embiid, 76s knock out second-seeded Celtics

Joel Embiid had 34 points, 12 rebounds and six assists and Tyrese Maxey added 30 points and 11 rebounds to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 109-100 vi

Nikola Vucevic's disappearing act cost Celtics in Game 7
What went wrong for Celtics? How Boston embarrassingly blew 3-1 series lead in first 76ers playoffs loss in 44 years

The Celtics went from East favorites to first-round exit. Here's what went wrong against the 76ers.

Tyrese Maxey commends Joel Embiid's sacrifices to help the 76ers finally beat the Celtics

Joel Embiid and the 76ers have finally beaten the Celtics in the Playoffs, and he can be proud that he played a huge part.

What's next for Jayson Tatum? How Celtics superstar injuries make future feel uncertain

This ends up being an odd season for JT.

76ers rally past Celtics in game 7, advance to face Knicks in second round
Celtics doomed by 3-point shooting, but placing blame goes beyond Joe Mazzulla

The numbers are always going to attract attention.

Last time 76ers beat Celtics in playoffs: Revisiting 1982 Eastern Conference Finals team led by Dr. J

Boston vs. Philadelphia has been a fairly one-sided rivalry for decades.

Celtics battle back in Game 7, but lose to 76ers 109-100

Two hours before tipoff, Boston learned they’d be without Jayson Tatum. Two and a half hours after tipoff, the Celtics traded punches with the 76ers all game and whittled 18-point deficit to 1...

What's next for Celtics after epic 3-1 series blunder vs. 76ers?

The Boston Celtics were eliminated by the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night.

Follow live: Celtics host 76ers for Game 7 at TD G...

Follow along for all of the top moments and highlights from Game 7 between the Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics.

Celtics roll out brand-new starting lineup ahead of Game 7 vs 76ers

BOSTON — The Celtics will roll out a completely new starting lineup when they face the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night for Game 7. Jaylen Brown and Derrick White will start as per usual. In...

Celtics/Sixers Notes: Edgecombe, George, Celtics Focus, Unlikely Heroes, More

The Sixers‘ star rookie, VJ Edgecombe, has created his share of memorable moments during his first year in the league. Many of those have come in Boston’s TD Garden, prompting the question of...

Celtics' Tatum (knee) out for Game 7 vs. 76ers

Jayson Tatum, after being a late addition to the Celtics' injury report Saturday, has been ruled out of Game 7 against the 76ers with left knee stiffness.

Jayson Tatum (left knee stiffness) will miss Game 7 against Philadelphia

"He came in today with knee discomfort we decided - the medical team and myself decided for him not to play," Mazzulla said. The post Jayson Tatum (left knee stiffness) will miss Game 7 against...

What is Jayson Tatum's injury? Why Celtics star isn't playing in Game 7 vs. 76ers

Here's why Tatum is missing tonight's game.

Why Jayson Tatum isn't playing tonight for Celtics with injury news for Game 7
Jayson Tatum out for Celtics' pivotal Game 7 vs. 76ers with 'left knee stiffness'

Tatum left Game 6 after playing just 29 minutes

Celtics star Jayson Tatum (knee) out for Game 7 vs. Sixers

The Boston Celtics will have to face the Philadelphia 76ers in a do-or-die Game 7 without star Jayson Tatum, who will be sidelined for Saturday night'

Best Father's Day Gifts for the Celtics Dad

Top gift ideas for the sports dad — from jerseys to collectibles, find the perfect present.

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