The Boston Celtics will face the Philadelphia 76ers in the playoffs after defeating the Orlando Magic 109-97 in the Play-In Tournament, marking their 23rd playoff matchup, the most in NBA history. Historically, the Celtics hold a 66-50 playoff record against the 76ers, including a 15-7 series advantage. In the 2026 regular season, they split their four matchups, with notable performances from Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown. The Celtics’ historical rivalry dates back to the 1950s when they faced the Syracuse Nationals.
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