The 2025-26 NBA regular season has officially wrapped, and the play-in tournament is setting the stage for the main event. For the Boston Celtics, who secured the No. 2 seed in the East, the first-round opponent will be determined by the outcome of the 7 vs. 8 play-in game between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Orlando Magic. While we await that final piece of the puzzle, Celtics Nation can start planning for the opening playoff series right now.
Regardless of whether it's the Magic or the 76ers, the Celtics are guaranteed home-court advantage in the first round. That means at least two thrilling playoff games at TD Garden are on the calendar, offering fans a chance to witness the intensity of postseason basketball live. Mark your calendars and get ready to rep your green.
Here is the full first-round schedule for the Boston Celtics in the 2026 Eastern Conference Playoffs, including broadcast information so you never miss a moment of the action.
