Celtics vs. Sixers: First-Round Showdown

0:00It's April 19th. You're listening to Boston Celtics News today. AI-powered coverage of your team. I'm Cory with the story. The Boston Celtics are jumping back into playoff mode after a nice rest, taking on the Philadelphia 76ers in game 1 of their first round matchup. This Sunday, April 19th, at 1pm, I am. As the number 2 seed in the east, Boston's got their eyes on another deep run, building off that 18th title they snagged two years back. Jason Tatum's return lit a fire under the Celtics down the stretch, but playoffs flipped the script entirely. Meanwhile, the 6ers punched their ticket through the play-in tournament, edging out the magic this past Wednesday, with Tyree's Maxi leading the charge at 31 points. Fans are buzzing about this clash at TD Garden, where Home Court Edge could set the tone early. Both squads know every possession counts in the postseason grind, and Philly's grit makes them a tough out no matter the seeding. The series rolls on with Game 2,

1:00Sunday, April 21st, at 7pm on Peacock, then Game 3 in Philly on April 24th via Prime. Video, games 4 through 7 are if needed, wrapping potentially by early May. Keat Tabs is the first round heats up, starting April 18th, leading to conference semis May 4th and finals kicking off June 3rd. Celtics, 6ers battle shapes the path ahead.