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Friday, May 1, 2026
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...

Jayson Tatum injury update reveals how likely Celtics star is to play in Game 7 vs. 76ers

Boston certainly needs Tatum on the floor.

10 takeaways from the Celtics forgetting who they are in Game 6

#1 – ¿Dónde está España? The Celtics’ Spain pick-and-roll action is the most efficient play call they have, especially against a big man like Joël Embiid. Therefore, it wasn’t a surprise to see...

Celtics meet déjà vu again with their season at stake

The Boston Celtics haven’t learned their lesson. Instead of preparing for a second-round series against the New York Knicks, they’re boarding a flight back home to host the Philadelphia 76ers in...

Knicks set NBA records in eliminating Hawks; 76ers take Celtics to Game 7; Kentucky Derby preview

Plus our Ryan Wilson goes all in on why -- despite often being ridiculous -- NFL Draft grades aren't going anywhere

Problem or not, Celtics' nemesis against 76ers is the same old story

Boston is going to need this to work in their favor.

The Celtics are on the brink after 76ers take Game 6: 7 takeaways

Jayson Tatum left Thursday's game and did not return, though he says he isn't overly concerned. The post The Celtics are on the brink after 76ers take Game 6: 7 takeaways appeared first on Boston.com.

Can Celtics steady themselves? What needs to change as Game 7 looms

Good news, bad news time for the Boston Celtics. The bad news: A team that so endearingly knew exactly what it was for much of the 82-game regular season has lost its way at the worst possible...

Joe Mazzulla too deep in forest to see the trees based on ironic postgame sentiment

The Celtics are quickly sinking in their series agains the 76ers, and for some reason, Joe Mazzulla seems perfectly content to go down with the ship.

The Celtics have already accepted Game 6. Now, they get one final chance.

PHILADELPHIA — Jaylen Brown gripped the basketball and tapped it against his forehead in frustration. Hugo Gonzalez, who typically springs off the Celtics bench at the beginning of every timeout,...

Jayson Tatum makes status for Game 7 abundantly clear after injury scare

Jayson Tatum said he plans to play in Saturday's Game 7 against the Philadelphia 76ers, after heading to the locker room with leg stiffness on Thursday.

Joel Embiid admits he is tired of losing to the Boston Celtics in the Playoffs

Joel Embiid and the 76ers have the chance to finally end the franchise's struggles against the Celtics in the Playoffs with a potential Game 7 win.

Celtics' bench just showed starters the team's painfully obvious problem in collapse

The Celtics' reserves were the only ones who brought any fire to an important Game 6.

NBA playoff winners and losers: Wolves advance, 76ers stay alive, Jaylen Brown and Jamal Murray scuffle

The Knicks and Nuggets moved on in the 2026 NBA playoff bracket on Thursday, while the 76ers stayed alive

The Celtics' stars let them down at the most crucial point of Game 6

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown let the Celtics down in the most crucial part of Thursday's Game 6 loss to the 76ers.,

Thursday, April 30, 2026
Maxey, George deliver as Sixers push Celts to G7

Tyrese Maxey and Paul George combined for 53 points, and the Sixers led the entire way to win 106-93 and force a Game 7 against the Celtics.

Jayson Tatum shares leg injury update after Celtics’ Game 6 loss

PHILADELPHIA — Jayson Tatum never checked back into the game after subbing out with four minutes to play in the third quarter in the Celtics’ 106-93 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. He appeared to...

Tatum exits with calf injury, putting Game 7 status in doubt for Boston Celtics
76ers top Celtics 106-93 to force Game 7 Saturday in Boston

Tyrese Maxey scores 30 points, and Paul George adds 23 as the Philadelphia 76ers force a Game 7 against the Boston Celtics with a 106-93 win The post 76ers top Celtics 106-93 to force Game 7...

Joel Embiid savagely trolls Celtics as 76ers force Game 7

Joel Embiid doing 'push-ups' on Celtics floor.

Tyrese Maxey, Sixers dump Celtics again, send series to Game 7

Tyrese Maxey scored 30 points Thursday as the surging Philadelphia 76ers posted a 106-93 win over the visiting Boston Celtics, forcing a decisive Game

When is Celtics-76ers Game 7? Date, Time, TV Channel for Eastern Conference first round series

Here's what to know about Game 7 between Philadelphia and Boston.

Celtics’ struggles carry over into 106-93 Game 6 loss to Sixers

Tyrese Maxey and Paul George sliced up the Boston Celtics defense in the Philadelphia 76ers’ 106-93 win on Thursday night, sending the series to a decisive Game 7 back in Boston. The game will...

Celtics house of cards collapsing before our eyes against the 76ers

The Celtics team we watched all regular season long has been nowhere to be found over the past couple of games, which has the season on the brink.

76ers explain how Joel Embiid is turning the tides in series vs. Celtics

As the Boston Celtics aim to make franchise history, 76ers' star center Joel Embiid is changing the cards that each team has to play with in this rivalry clash.

Celtics gain clarity on a scenario they hope never becomes a reality

Should the Celtics fail to make history in Game 6 against the 76ers, there's now clarity on when Game 7 in Boston would take place.

Is Tatum hurt? Why C's star didn't play fourth quarter in Game 6

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum’s status will be worth monitoring heading into Saturday’s Game 7 vs. the Philadelphia 76ers at TD Garden. Tatum left Thursday’s Game 6 loss during the third...

Celtics vs 76ers Game 5 live score, updates, highlights from 2026 NBA playoffs first-round series

Boston tries to close out and advance.

How Derrick White’s shooting impacts Celtics’ chances to close out 76ers in Game 6

Derrick White has been massively struggling when shooting the ball this postseason. However, big things can happen if he finds it again.

Celtics have a chance to achieve franchise first in Game 6 vs. 76ers

Despite 10 playoff series against the 76ers, winning seven of those, the Celtics have a chance to achieve a franchise first in Game 6 of this first-round rivalry clash.

Celtics fans should groan at the latest wild Ja Morant trade rumors

The latest update on the Ja Morant trade rumors are unsurprising with how far Memphis has fallen over the past few years. However, his falling out with the Grizzlies is a painful reminder of what...

Boston Celtics (3-2) at Philadelphia 76ers (2-3) Round 1 Game 6 4/30/26

Boston Celtics (3-2) at Philadelphia 76ers (2-3)Thursday, April 30, 20268:00 PM ETRound 1 Game #6  Road Game #3TV: Peacock/NBCSNRadio:  98.5 The Sports Hub, 97.5 The Fanatic, Sirius XMXfinity...

Celtics have identified 76ers' soft spot entering pivotal Game 6 in Philly

From Derrick White to Payton Pritchard, the Celtics have discussed an approach they neglected in Game 5. It's one that will solve multiple issues and could help end their series with the Sixers on...

Boston Celtics Daily Links 4/30/26

Herald Celtics veteran has clear message for struggling starter ahead of Game 6 Globe Celtics at 76ers Game 6 preview: Can Boston close it out on the road? Former Hawks executive Lester T. Jones...

Nikola Vucevic offers a solution Boston can use to solve Joel Embiid conundrum

Before Game 6 at Xfinity Mobile Arena, Nikola Vucevic offers his perspective on what the Celtics an do to slow down the 76ers' star center.

Derrick White not letting shooting frustrations distract from what matters most

Before Game 6 between the Celtics and Sixers, Derrick White shared the message he's telling himself to help navigate his shooting slump. As he does so, White has still made a significant impact in...

Derrick White focused on having fun through shooting struggles

PHILADELPHIA — Derrick White went through his usual extended shootaround routine on Thursday in Philadelphia. He practiced set shots, mid-rangers, floater and mixed in some high-arcing ones. White...

Celtics carry painful lessons from playoffs past into pivotal Game 6 vs. 76ers

The Celtics have done fine with far less late in playoff series over the years. Their team-wide mindset is nothing but normal heading into a daunting Game 6 in Philadelphia.

Live updates: Celtics look to close out series vs. Sixers in Game 6

What to KnowCoverage begins at 6 p.m. ET on NBC Sports Boston with Celtics Pregame Live.Celtics lead series 3-2, failed to clinch series at home on Tuesday (113-97 loss)Joel Embiid scored a...

Celtics vs 76ers best props for Game 6: Trade NBA Playoffs on Kalshi

Follow along to get the best Celtics vs 76ers props for Game 6 to trade the NBA Playoffs on Kalshi.

Joel Embiid headlines 76ers injury report for Game 6 vs. Celtics

The Philadelphia 76ers may be without Joel Embiid in Game 6 of their first-round matchup against the Boston Celtics on Thursday night.

Celtics must bear in mind biggest Joel Embiid advantage ahead of Game 6

The Celtics lost the plot in Game 5 and let Joel Embiid off the hook, something they cannot afford to do again.

Is Joel Embiid playing tonight in Game 6 vs. Celtics? Game status for 76ers star
How the 76ers exposed Celtics’ drop coverage

For the first time this season, the Celtics allowed their opponents an efficiency above 70% on both layups and floaters. This wasn’t caused by a high transition volume, but rather by a half-court...

NBA playoff schedule, odds, predictions for Knicks-Hawks, Celtics-76ers, Nuggets-Timberwolves

Atlanta, Philadelphia and Denver are facing elimination on Thursday

NBA has Luka Garza to thank for insane Eastern Conference playoff picture

The first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs has been chaotic in the Eastern Conference, as none of the series are finished. Even crazier to think about is that it was Luka Garza's clutch shot in the...

Joe Mazzulla playing with fire in terms of bizarre lineup decisions

Joe Mazzulla did everything right all season long, but for some reason, he has gone away from what worked once the playoffs started.

What channel is 76ers vs. Celtics on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch Game 6 of NBA Playoffs series

Here is everything you need to know about 76ers vs. Celtics, including TV and streaming options for Game 6 of the first-round series.

Nobody loves playing with their food more than the Celtics in the playoffs

The Celtics have arguably been the best and most consistent team of the decade, but they have a horrible habit of playing with their food.

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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