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Saturday, May 2, 2026
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'

Celtics’ Jayson Tatum ruled out for game 7 vs. Philadelphia 76ers due to knee issue
Celtics make shocking Jayson Tatum decision ahead of Game 7 vs. 76ers
Jayson Tatum Ruled Out For Game 7 Against Sixers

Jayson Tatum has been ruled out for the Celtics‘ Game 7 matchup against the Sixers on Saturday, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports (Twitter link). The news comes as a huge blow to Boston, which took a...

Celtics get bad Jayson Tatum news ahead of Game 7

BOSTON — The Celtics will be without Jayson Tatum when they host the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night for a Game 7. Tatum was ruled out with left knee stiffness two hours before tip-off. Tatum...

Celtics vs. 76ers live score: Updated Game 7 results, highlights from 2026 NBA playoffs first round

The Sporting News is tracking live scores, updates and highlights from Game 7 of the Eastern Conference first round between the Celtics and 76ers. Follow along for full updates from Boston.

Is Jayson Tatum playing tonight? Latest injury updates on Celtics star’s status for Game 7

Here's the latest updates on Tatum's status.

Philadelphia 76ers (3-3) at Boston Celtics (3-3) Round 1 Game 7 5/2/26

Philadelphia 76ers (3-3)  at  Boston Celtics (3-3)Saturday, May 2, 20267:30 PM ETFirst Round Game #7  Home Game #4TV:  Peacock/NBCRadio: 98.5 Sports Hub,  97.5 Fanatic, Sirius XMTD...

Warriors urged to sign ex-Celtics $12 million fan-favorite center to help Stephen Curry

The Golden State Warriors have an underrated free agent target right in front of them, according to an NBA writer.

Celtics' terrifying Jayson Tatum situation was completely avoidable

The Boston Celtics will enter a scary Game 7 vs. the Philadelphia 76ers. Making it even worse is the confirmation that Jayson Tatum is questionable for this upcoming game. Especially since this...

Boston Celtics Daily Links 5/2/26

Herald Jayson Tatum added to Celtics injury report, questionable for Game 7 Globe 76ers at Celtics Game 7 preview: Jayson Tatum is listed as questionable for series finale Early NBA free agency...

Tatum listed as questionable for G7 vs. 76ers

Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum was a late addition to the injury report with left knee soreness Saturday afternoon, roughly six hours before the Celtics will host the 76ers in Game 7 of their...

NBA Announces Schedules For Second Round Of Playoffs

The NBA has announced the schedules for the second round of the playoffs, which will feature a total of eight teams (four from each conference). All of the schedules are subject to change, per the...

Game 7 plot twist: What led Jayson Tatum to miss series finale vs. Sixers

BOSTON — On Friday afternoon, about 27 hours before the Celtics’ must-win Game 7 against the Philadelphia 76ers at TD Garden, the team posted a clean health update with “no injuries to report” for...

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

The Boston Celtics might have to face the Philadelphia 76ers in a do-or-die Game 7 without star Jayson Tatum, who was listed as questionable for Satur

Celtics are on brink of history for the wrong reasons ahead of Game 7 vs 76ers

If the Celtics win, they move on, business as usual. If they lose, they go down in infamy, and discourse will explode.

Celtics get bad injury news on Jayson Tatum for Game 7 vs. 76ers

This would be bad news for Boston.

Ranking the Game 7s of the first round of the NBA playoffs: Why Cavaliers-Raptors promises the best basketball

The first round has been more exciting than anyone expected coming in

Jayson Tatum injury update indicates an unfortunate no-brainer decision likely coming

The Celtics' updated injury report on Saturday afternoon is likely a sign of some bad news that's soon to come, regarding Jayson Tatum.

Celtics’ Tatum, Sixers’ George Added To Game 7 Injury Report

Celtics forward Jayson Tatum has been downgraded from active to questionable ahead of Saturday’s Game 7 matchup against Philadelphia, the team announced (via Twitter). Tatum, a five-time All-NBA...

Jayson Tatum could miss Game 7 vs 76ers with knee injury

BOSTON — Jayson Tatum is questionable to play in Saturday’s Game 7 vs the Philadelphia 76ers with what the Celtics have described as “left knee soreness.” Tatum did not play in the final 15...

Celtics have an obvious Jordan Walsh solution staring them right in the face

The Celtics have an easy fix for a lot of their problems, and it's a move that Joe Mazzulla must make in Game 7 against the 76ers.

Live updates: Tatum questionable as C's host Sixers in Game 7

What to KnowCoverage begins at 6:30 p.m. ET on NBC Sports Boston with Celtics Pregame Live.Tip-off set for 7:30 p.m. ET on NBC.76ers tied the first-round series after going down 3-1.Boston is 3-2...

Celtics predicted to 'secretly' explore trade involving $285 million NBA Finals MVP

An NBA writer believes the Boston Celtics could consider moving on from a five-time All-Star.

NBA Prediction Market Apps: Get Best Offers for 76ers-Celtics Game 7

Learn how to use the best NBA prediction market apps for the playoffs. Get bonuses on Polymarket and other trading platforms.

Celtics completely lost the plot at worst possible time with season on the brink

The Celtics are suddenly on the brink of elimination as they seem to have abandoned all the things that made them great this season.

Betting tips, DFS picks for 76ers-Celtics: All of ...

Jim McCormick breaks down Saturday's Game 7 in Boston and offers his favorite bets and DFS plays.

76ers vs Celtics props for Game 7: Trade NBA Playoffs on Polymarket

Get the best 76ers vs Celtics props for Game 7 to trade on the NBA Playoffs with Polymarket.

NBA playoff schedule, odds, predictions for 76ers vs. Celtics Game 7

It's win or go home in Boston Saturday night

Three Game 7s! What will decide each NBA first-rou...

Not one, not two, but three Game 7s -- all in the East. Here are the keys to the 76ers-Celtics, Magic-Pistons and Raptors-Cavs.

What channel is Celtics vs. 76ers on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch Game 7 of NBA Playoffs series

Tune in to find out whether Boston or Philly will move on to face the Knicks in the second round.

Is Joel Embiid playing tonight in Game 7 vs. Celtics? Game status for 76ers star

Embiid has played in three straight games after missing the first three games of the series due to appendectomy recovery.

A 3-1 series lead has shockingly become a Game 7, but it’s never over till it’s over

It’s hard to understand how Game 7 became necessary. The Celtics split the first two games of the series, but then went on the road and took both Games 3 and 4 – one close and one comfortably – in...

Joel Embiid's Celtics quote: Revisiting 76ers star's 'They always kick our a—' comments about one-sided rivalry

Here's what the Sixers' star said, and how Philadelphia is one win away from breaking their past playoff streak against Boston.

Celtics should learn a lesson from their bench

The Boston Celtics are collapsing in on themselves, now having dropped back-to-back games against the Philadelphia 76ers. What was supposed to be a quick series for Boston has now turned into a...

Does changing the rotation matter?

Joe Mazzulla has stuck to his guns with his starting lineup and who he plays off of the bench. Well, expect a for at center but that is a different story. The Celtics have started the same five of...

Friday, May 1, 2026
Celtics make final Jayson Tatum injury decision for Game 7 against 76ers

Jayson Tatum may be free from an injury given how Coach Joe Mazzulla and the Celtics decided their report for Game 7 against the 76ers.

76ers looking for historic comeback in Game 7 vs. Celtics

The Boston Celtics will try to avoid a series collapse Saturday night when they face the visiting Philadelphia 76ers in Game 7 of their Eastern Confer

Celtics-76ers has exposed harsh reality about Neemias Queta

The Boston Celtics entered these playoffs believing Neemias Queta would hold his own as their starting center. He hasn't. In fact, he really hasn't. To the point that this has created an elephant...

Boston Celtics Daily Links 5/1/26

Herald Pushed to brink, how will Celtics respond in Game 7 vs. 76ers? Jayson Tatum injury: Celtics star shares update, expects to play in Game 7 Celtics facing do-or-die Game 7 after blowout loss...

Celtics share injury report ahead of Game 7 vs 76ers

BOSTON — The Celtics will be at full strength when they face the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night for Game 7. Jayson Tatum, who did not play in the final 15 minutes of Game 6, is not on the...

Where’s the fun? (Feed Post of the Day)

I thought this post from Beeeater58 in The Feed was well done and timely. Agree with the sentiment about expectations. The Celtics won fewer games this year than they did the prior year (coming...

How Celtics' return to team identity could power a Celtics Game 7 bounce back

The Celtics have forgotten their team identity in their recent back-to-back losses. Now it's time for them to remember it.

76ers playing with house money in Game 7 against the Celtics, with decades of history working against them

Joel Embiid is 'tired of losing' to Boston; now's the chance to break that streak

What Joe Mazzulla said about Jayson Tatum’s status for Game 7

Tatum is expected to play, Mazzulla said. The post What Joe Mazzulla said about Jayson Tatum’s status for Game 7 appeared first on Boston.com.

NBA analyst suggests Celtics should sit Jayson Tatum for Game 7 vs. 76ers

Tatum suffered an apparent leg injury during the sixth game of the series.

TD Garden has been a house of horrors for the Bruins in the playoffs. How can they counter it?

"We're glad we got the win the other night, and we have a chance to redeem ourselves in front of our crowd." The post TD Garden has been a house of horrors for the Bruins in the playoffs. How can...

For the Celtics to win Game 7, they’ll have to play like the Celtics

Over the last five quarters of this series, I haven’t recognized this version of the Celtics. While there have been flashes, they haven’t consistently looked like the team that got them here. So...

Injury Notes: Ingram, Tatum, Harris, Huerter, Lakers

After initially listing Brandon Ingram as questionable for Friday’s do-or-die Game 6 due to right heel inflammation, the Raptors are downgrading the veteran forward to doubtful, according to...

Sadly, it ultimately doesn't matter if Celtics win Game 7 vs. 76ers or not

The Boston Celtics once had a commanding lead over the Philadelphia 76ers, but now it's gone, with the Sixers gaining the momentum. With how concerning Boston has looked, it may not even matter if...

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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