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76ers at Celtics Prediction: Odds, recent stats, trends and best bets for April 19
TL;DR
The Philadelphia 76ers face the Boston Celtics in a first-round playoff series, tied 2-2 in the regular season. The Celtics are favored, having a strong finish to the season and the 76ers missing star player Joel Embiid for Game 1.
Key points
- 76ers and Celtics tied 2-2 in regular season matchups
- Celtics finished regular season with 6-1 record
- Joe Mazzula's playoff record is 50-33
- Joel Embiid is out for Game 1
- Celtics rated second and fourth in offensive and defensive net rating
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The Philadelphia 76ers (45-37) travel to TD Garden for a first round series against the Boston Celtics (56-26). The regular season series is tied 2-2.
Boston ended the regular season with a 6-1 record over the last seven games and the fourth-best record overall in the NBA. The Celtics under Joe Mazzula have gone 50-33 in the playoffs, including a 12-4 first round record. In three-straight first round series, Boston has won 4-2, 4-1, and 4-1 with Mazzula at the helm.
Philadelphia beat Orlando, 109-97, during the play-in round to clinch the seventh seed. The 76ers were without Joel Embiid for the play-in tournament and will be without Embiid for Game 1 and possibly longer. The 76ers finished ranked 17th and 16th in offensive and defensive net rating this season, while the Celtics are rated second and fourth-best.
Lets take a closer look at tonightâs matchup and take into consideration lineups, injuries, and other factors affecting the line and total.
Weâve got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on how to catch tipoff, odds courtesy of DraftKings recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts.
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Game Details and How to Watch Live: 76ers vs. Celtics
- Sunday, April 19, 2026
Q&A
What are the odds for the 76ers vs Celtics playoff game on April 19?
The odds for the game are provided by DraftKings, reflecting the Celtics' strong performance and the 76ers' injury concerns.
How have the Celtics performed in the playoffs under Joe Mazzula?
Under Joe Mazzula, the Celtics have a playoff record of 50-33, including a 12-4 record in the first round.
What is Joel Embiid's status for the 76ers vs Celtics Game 1?
Joel Embiid will be unavailable for Game 1 and possibly longer due to injury.
What are the recent stats for the 76ers and Celtics heading into the playoff game?
The Celtics finished the regular season with a 6-1 record in their last seven games, while the 76ers ranked 17th and 16th in offensive and defensive net rating.
