Celtics and 76ers Renew Rivalry with Playoff Implications on the Line

The Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers are set to continue their storied rivalry on Sunday night at TD Garden, marking the fourth and final regular season meeting between the two Eastern Conference contenders. With playoff seeding hanging in the balance, this matchup promises to be a compelling clash between two of the league’s top teams.

Rivalry History

The 76ers-Celtics rivalry is one of the most enduring in NBA history, dating back to the league’s early days. As of November 11, 2025, the Celtics lead the all-time series 340-249, including a 273-199 advantage in regular season games and a 66-50 edge in postseason contests.

Current Standings and Recent Form

The Celtics (39-20) currently hold the second seed in the Eastern Conference, demonstrating their dominance throughout the season. The 76ers (33-26) are battling to secure their playoff position, currently holding the No. 6 seed in the East.

Philadelphia enters the game having won two of the first three matchups against Boston this season. Though, the Celtics are coming off a historic offensive performance, setting an NBA record for effective field goal percentage (80.8%) in their 148-111 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Friday. During that game, Boston made 22 of 34 three-point attempts (64.7%).

Game Details

Date: Sunday, March 1, 2026
Time: 8:00 PM ET
Location: TD Garden, Boston, Massachusetts

How to Watch

Fans can tune into NBC Sports Boston at 7:00 PM ET for the Celtics Pregame Live present, followed immediately by the game broadcast. Postgame coverage will also be available on NBC Sports Boston.