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Celtics Edge 76ers in Tightly Contested Game 5

Boston Celtics
Boston Celtics56-26
108
Philadelphia 76ers
Philadelphia 76ers45-37
100

Friday, April 24, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Xfinity Mobile Arena

Boston Celtics 108, Philadelphia 76ers 100, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Boston Celtics vs Philadelphia 76ers?

Boston Celtics beat Philadelphia 76ers 108-100 at Xfinity Mobile Arena on April 24, 2026.

Who was favored in Boston Celtics vs Philadelphia 76ers?

Boston Celtics were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -355 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.

In a crucial Game 5 of the NBA playoffs, the Boston Celtics narrowly defeated the Philadelphia 76ers with a final score of 108-100, taking a pivotal lead in the series now tied at 2-2. The game was held at the Xfinity Mobile Arena, showcasing the competitive spirit of both teams as they fought for an advantage in the postseason.

The Celtics entered the game with a strong away record of 56-26, having won eight of their last ten games, including a current winning streak of two. They averaged 119.6 points scored while allowing 108.4 points over their last ten outings. In contrast, the 76ers, with a home record of 45-37, had a mixed performance recently, going 6-4 in their last ten games and winning their last two. They averaged 118.0 points scored and allowed 114.8 points during that stretch.

The Celtics' recent form has been impressive, particularly in their last five games, where they recorded an average of 118.2 points scored and 108.2 points allowed. Their ability to maintain a solid away record has been a significant factor in their playoff success. The 76ers, meanwhile, have struggled slightly in their last five games, averaging only 105.6 points scored and allowing 108.8 points, which may have contributed to their loss in this critical matchup.

Historically, the matchup between these two teams has been competitive, with the Celtics holding a slight edge in their recent meetings, boasting a record of 5-3 against the 76ers in their last eight encounters. This season alone, they have faced each other four times, with the series now tied after this latest game. In their previous matchup on March 2, the Celtics defeated the 76ers 114-98, showcasing their ability to perform well against Philadelphia.

In terms of injuries, both teams faced challenges. The 76ers had Kentavious Caldwell-Pope listed as day-to-day due to a finger injury, while the Celtics had Jayson Tatum also marked as day-to-day with a knee issue. The status of these key players added an element of uncertainty leading up to the game.

The betting market reflected the competitive nature of the matchup, with DraftKings setting the odds with the Celtics favored by 8.5 points and the total set at 215.5. The moneyline odds indicated a strong belief in the Celtics' ability to win, with Boston at -355 and Philadelphia at +280.

As for the conditions during the game, both teams faced a high-pressure environment typical of playoff basketball. Fans witnessed a thrilling contest characterized by strategic plays and crucial scoring moments. Notably, Jayson Tatum played a significant role in the fourth quarter, making key three-pointers that helped secure the Celtics' victory. His performance, alongside contributions from teammates like Paul George and Derrick White, was instrumental in the final outcome.

The scoring plays in the fourth quarter were particularly exciting, with Tatum hitting a 24-foot three-pointer assisted by Nikola Vucevic, pushing the Celtics' lead to 100-96. This was followed by a two-point shot from Paul George and another three-pointer from Tatum, which extended the lead to 106-100. The 76ers fought hard, but ultimately, they could not overcome the deficit.

In summary, the Celtics' victory in Game 5 has set the stage for an intriguing continuation of the series. With both teams showcasing their strengths and the series now tied, fans can expect more intense action in the upcoming games.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsBOS -8.5 215.5 o -112 / u -108 Boston Celtics -355 · Philadelphia 76ers +280

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Injury report

  • Kentavious Caldwell-PopeDay-To-DayFingerPhiladelphia 76ers
  • Jayson TatumDay-To-DayKneeBoston Celtics

Leaders

  • PointsTyrese Maxey31Philadelphia 76ers
  • AssistsTyrese Maxey6Philadelphia 76ers
  • ReboundsVJ Edgecombe10Philadelphia 76ers
  • PointsJaylen Brown25Boston Celtics
  • AssistsJayson Tatum7Boston Celtics
  • ReboundsJaylen Brown7Boston Celtics

Recent form

Philadelphia 76ers

Last 10: 6-4Streak W2118 scored · 114.8 allowed per game3-1 at home

  • W126-106vs Milwaukee BucksApr 12
  • W105-94at Indiana PacersApr 10
  • L102-113at Houston RocketsApr 10
  • L102-115at San Antonio SpursApr 7
  • L93-116vs Detroit PistonsApr 4
  • W115-103vs Minnesota TimberwolvesApr 3
  • W153-131at Washington WizardsApr 1
  • L109-119at Miami HeatMar 30
  • W118-114at Charlotte HornetsMar 28
  • W157-137vs Chicago BullsMar 25

Boston Celtics

Last 10: 8-2Streak W2119.6 scored · 108.4 allowed per game3-2 away

  • W113-108vs Orlando MagicApr 12
  • W144-118vs New Orleans PelicansApr 10
  • L106-112at New York KnicksApr 9
  • W113-102vs Charlotte HornetsApr 8
  • W115-101vs Toronto RaptorsApr 5
  • W133-101at Milwaukee BucksApr 4
  • W147-129at Miami HeatApr 1
  • L102-112at Atlanta HawksMar 30
  • W114-99at Charlotte HornetsMar 29
  • W109-102vs Atlanta HawksMar 27

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
Boston-26W2.68356
New York329L1.64653
Toronto1036W1.56146
Philadelphia1137W2.54945
Brooklyn3662L3.24420

Box score

StatBoston CelticsPhiladelphia 76ers
Field goals36-8138-87
Field goal %4444
Three-pointers20-4712-35
Three-point %4334
Free throws16-1712-16
Free throw %9475
Rebounds4537
Offensive rebounds1513
Defensive rebounds3024
Assists2118
Steals66
Blocks118
Turnovers1711
Team turnovers00
Technical fouls01
Technical fouls, total01
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers2114
Fast-break points59
Points in the paint2642
Fouls1920
Largest lead104
Lead changes88
Time in front7517

How the scoring went

  1. 3rd Quarter66-67Neemias Queta makes free throw 2 of 2
  2. 3rd Quarter67-67Jayson Tatum makes technical free throw
  3. 3rd Quarter69-67Jaylen Brown makes 11-foot fade away jump shot
  4. 3rd Quarter69-70Andre Drummond makes 23-foot three point jumper (VJ Edgecombe assists)
  5. 3rd Quarter70-70Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
  6. 3rd Quarter71-70Jaylen Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
  7. 3rd Quarter72-70Neemias Queta makes free throw 1 of 2
  8. 3rd Quarter73-70Neemias Queta makes free throw 2 of 2
  9. 3rd Quarter73-72Tyrese Maxey makes 9-foot fade away jump shot
  10. 3rd Quarter76-72Payton Pritchard makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Brown assists)
  11. 3rd Quarter76-74Kelly Oubre Jr. makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot (Tyrese Maxey assists)
  12. 3rd Quarter79-74Payton Pritchard makes 27-foot three pointer
  13. 4th Quarter79-77Tyrese Maxey makes 26-foot three pointer
  14. 4th Quarter82-77Nikola Vucevic makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jayson Tatum assists)
  15. 4th Quarter82-78Adem Bona makes free throw 2 of 2
  16. 4th Quarter82-80VJ Edgecombe makes two point shot (Paul George assists)
  17. 4th Quarter84-80Jayson Tatum makes 2-foot two point shot (Derrick White assists)
  18. 4th Quarter84-82Tyrese Maxey makes 11-foot fade away jump shot
  19. 4th Quarter84-85Tyrese Maxey makes 28-foot three point jumper (VJ Edgecombe assists)
  20. 4th Quarter86-85Jayson Tatum makes 2-foot two point shot
  21. 4th Quarter88-85Derrick White makes 2-foot layup (Jaylen Brown assists)
  22. 4th Quarter90-85Jaylen Brown makes 10-foot two point shot
  23. 4th Quarter91-85Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
  24. 4th Quarter92-85Jaylen Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
  25. 4th Quarter92-88Andre Drummond makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tyrese Maxey assists)
  26. 4th Quarter92-90Kelly Oubre Jr. makes 3-foot two point shot
  27. 4th Quarter94-90Jaylen Brown makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
  28. 4th Quarter94-92Tyrese Maxey makes 3-foot two point shot (Kelly Oubre Jr. assists)
  29. 4th Quarter96-92Jaylen Brown makes 1-foot two point shot (Derrick White assists)
  30. 4th Quarter96-94Andre Drummond makes 2-foot dunk (Paul George assists)
  31. 4th Quarter97-94Jayson Tatum makes free throw 1 of 2
  32. 4th Quarter97-96Andre Drummond makes 2-foot dunk (Paul George assists)
  33. 4th Quarter100-96Jayson Tatum makes 24-foot three pointer (Nikola Vucevic assists)
  34. 4th Quarter100-98Paul George makes 3-foot two point shot
  35. 4th Quarter103-98Payton Pritchard makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot (Jayson Tatum assists)
  36. 4th Quarter103-99Kelly Oubre Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
  37. 4th Quarter103-100Kelly Oubre Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
  38. 4th Quarter106-100Jayson Tatum makes 29-foot three pointer
  39. 4th Quarter107-100Derrick White makes free throw 1 of 2
  40. 4th Quarter108-100Derrick White makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Philadelphia 76ers, below favours Boston Celtics.

Venue

  • Xfinity Mobile ArenaPhiladelphia, PA
  • Attendance19746
  • OfficialsBrent Barnaky, John Goble, Andy Nagy, Mousa Dagher

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