- Matchup: Boston Celtics vs Philadelphia 76ers
- Date: Friday, April 24, 2026
- Location: Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, PA
- Broadcast: Prime Video
- Spread: Boston Celtics -7.0
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The Philadelphia 76ers, boasting a record of 45-37, are set to face off against the Boston Celtics (56-26) at the Xfinity Mobile Arena on Friday for Game 3 of their first-round playoff series, which is currently tied 1-1. The 76ers are entering this contest as 7.0-point underdogs, with the total points set at 215.
The Celtics suffered a defeat in Game 2, ending with a score of 111-97. Both teams were assessed 17 personal fouls. The Celtics managed to make 19 of 39 attempts from three-point range, while Philadelphia converted 6 of 11 free throw attempts for a shooting percentage of 54.5%. The 76ers secured 42 rebounds (12 on offense and 30 on defense) and recorded 4 blocks. Additionally, they had 18 assists and nabbed 6 steals during the game. Defensively, Boston allowed the 76ers to shoot 47.8% from the field, with 43 successful shots out of 90 attempts. Boston recorded 24 assists for the match, forced 9 turnovers, and gained 3 steals. They tallied a total of 50 rebounds, including 18 offensive ones, and at the free-throw line, the Celtics scored 14 of their 18 attempts for a successful rate of 77.8%. Overall, Boston managed a field goal percentage of 39.3% (35 out of 89) and converted 13 of their 50 three-point attempts.
Jaylen Brown was a key contributor in the matchup, finishing with 36 points on 11 of 24 shooting in 38 minutes on the court, alongside grabbing 7 rebounds and providing 4 assists.
The Celtics enter this game with a season record of 56-26. They average 114.9 points per game, ranking 19th in the NBA, while shooting 46.7% from the field. Boston excels in three-point shooting with a rate of 36.7% (1,268 of 3,456) and maintains a free throw percentage of 80.7%. As a team, they average 46.4 rebounds per game and have accumulated a total of 2,021 assists this season, placing them 27th in the league for assists. Boston averages 12.4 turnovers and commits approximately 19.0 personal fouls per game.
Defensively, Boston forces 12.4 turnovers per contest and draws 18.4 personal fouls. They limit opponents to 35.8% success from three-point range and allow the fewest points per game in the league at 107.2. The Celtics permit a shooting percentage of 44.2% (3,145 of 7,115) and average 41.2 rebounds allowed per game, ranking 4th in assists conceded this season with a total of 2,029.
Philadelphia put forth a strong performance on both ends in Game 2, regaining home court advantage. In terms of rebounding, they allowed Boston 50 total rebounds (18 on the offensive end). Philadelphia shot 26.0% from three-point range (13 of 50) and performed well from the free-throw line, converting 14 of 18 for a percentage of 77.8%. The Celtics managed to shoot 39.3% from the field, making 35 of 89 attempts. Meanwhile, the 76ers ended with a shooting percentage of 47.8% (43 of 90) and excelled from beyond the arc, making 19 of their 39 attempts (48.7%). They also drew 11 free throw attempts, with the Celtics accumulating 17 fouls, contributing to this count. Philadelphia managed 42 rebounds in total, with 30 coming from defensive grabs and 12 from offensive efforts.
VJ Edgecombe emerged as a significant player for Philadelphia, scoring 30 points in 35 minutes with 2 assists. He achieved 60.0% shooting (12 of 20) and recorded 10 rebounds.
The 76ers hold a season record of 45-37. They average 20.3 personal fouls each game and excel from the free-throw line with an 80.9% success rate. Philadelphia averages 24.6 assists (29th in the NBA) and commits 13.6 turnovers. With a total of 9,502 points this year (115.9 points per game), they average 43.6 rebounds as a team. In terms of shooting efficiency, the 76ers have a field goal percentage of 46.2%, ranking 23rd in the league.
Defensively, Philadelphia yields 35.3% shooting on three-pointers (1,097 of 3,108) and allows opponents a free throw success rate of 78.5%. Each game, they concede 27.6 assists and 45.3 rebounds, placing them 22nd in both categories in the league. The 76ers rank 19th in points allowed per game, averaging 116.1. They force 15.4 turnovers per contest and allow a shooting percentage of 46.7% from the floor, landing them 12th in the NBA.
What’s the prediction for tonight’s parlay?
Selection: Bet on Philadelphia (+7.0)
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