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Celtics Dominate 76ers at TD Garden

Philadelphia 76ers
Philadelphia 76ers33-27
98
Boston Celtics
Boston Celtics40-20
114

Sunday, March 1, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · TD Garden

Boston Celtics 114, Philadelphia 76ers 98, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Philadelphia 76ers vs Boston Celtics?

Boston Celtics beat Philadelphia 76ers 114-98 at TD Garden on March 1, 2026.

Who was favored in Philadelphia 76ers vs Boston Celtics?

Boston Celtics were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -345 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.

The Boston Celtics secured a convincing victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, finishing the game with a score of 114-98 at TD Garden. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it tied the series at 2-2, intensifying the rivalry between these two teams. The Celtics, boasting a home record of 40-20, showcased their strength on their home court, where they have been formidable this season.

In their last ten games, the Celtics have performed well, achieving an 8-2 record and currently riding a one-game winning streak. They have averaged 109.6 points scored and allowed only 99.9 points per game during this stretch. Their recent form includes a dominant 148-111 victory against the Brooklyn Nets just days prior to this matchup, indicating their offensive prowess.

On the other hand, the Philadelphia 76ers, with an away record of 33-27, have had a mixed performance recently, recording a 5-5 record in their last ten games. They enter this game on a three-game winning streak, averaging 115.6 points scored but also allowing 117.1 points per game. Their recent victories include a 124-117 win over the Miami Heat, showcasing their ability to score but also highlighting defensive vulnerabilities.

Historically, the Celtics have had the upper hand in recent meetings, holding a 4-3 record against the 76ers over the last two seasons. Their previous encounters this season included a narrow 109-108 win for the Celtics on October 31, 2025, and a close 100-102 loss on November 12, 2025. These tightly contested games have added to the anticipation surrounding this matchup.

In terms of injuries, both teams faced challenges. The Celtics had Jayson Tatum listed as day-to-day due to a knee issue, while the 76ers were without Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, who was also day-to-day with a finger injury. The status of these key players could have influenced the dynamics of the game.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Celtics favored by 8.5 points, with a total set at 219.5. The moneyline odds reflected the Celtics' strong position at -345, while the 76ers were at +275, indicating a significant expectation of a Celtics victory.

The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with the home crowd at TD Garden providing a strong atmosphere for the Celtics. As the game progressed, viewers witnessed key moments, particularly in the fourth quarter, where Neemias Queta made crucial scoring plays, including a two-foot dunk and a three-point jumper assisted by Jaylen Brown, helping to seal the victory for Boston.

Overall, this matchup not only highlighted the Celtics' dominance at home but also set the stage for an exciting continuation of their rivalry with the 76ers as the series remains tied.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsBOS -8.5 219.5 o -115 / u -105 Philadelphia 76ers +275 · Boston Celtics -345

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Injury report

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

Leaders

  • PointsNeemias Queta27Boston Celtics
  • AssistsJaylen Brown8Boston Celtics
  • ReboundsNeemias Queta17Boston Celtics
  • PointsTyrese Maxey33Philadelphia 76ers
  • AssistsTyrese Maxey6Philadelphia 76ers
  • ReboundsAndre Drummond12Philadelphia 76ers

Recent form

Boston Celtics

Last 10: 8-2Streak W1109.6 scored · 99.9 allowed per game3-1 at home

  • W148-111vs Brooklyn NetsFeb 28
  • L84-103at Denver NuggetsFeb 26
  • W97-81at Phoenix SunsFeb 25
  • W111-89at Los Angeles LakersFeb 22
  • W121-110at Golden State WarriorsFeb 20
  • W124-105vs Chicago BullsFeb 12
  • L89-111vs New York KnicksFeb 8
  • W98-96vs Miami HeatFeb 7
  • W114-93at Houston RocketsFeb 5
  • W110-100at Dallas MavericksFeb 4

Philadelphia 76ers

Last 10: 5-5Streak W3115.6 scored · 117.1 allowed per game4-3 away

  • W124-117vs Miami HeatFeb 27
  • W135-114at Indiana PacersFeb 25
  • W135-108at Minnesota TimberwolvesFeb 23
  • L111-126at New Orleans PelicansFeb 22
  • L107-117vs Atlanta HawksFeb 20
  • L89-138vs New York KnicksFeb 12
  • L118-135at Portland Trail BlazersFeb 10
  • W109-103at Phoenix SunsFeb 8
  • L115-119at Los Angeles LakersFeb 6
  • W113-94at Golden State WarriorsFeb 4

Standings

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

Box score

StatPhiladelphia 76ersBoston Celtics
Field goals35-8840-91
Field goal %4044
Three-pointers12-3116-49
Three-point %3933
Free throws16-2218-21
Free throw %7386
Rebounds3759
Offensive rebounds1019
Defensive rebounds2740
Assists2127
Steals104
Blocks47
Turnovers613
Team turnovers02
Technical fouls10
Technical fouls, total10
Flagrant fouls10
Points off turnovers711
Fast-break points99
Points in the paint3642
Fouls1719
Largest lead1016
Lead changes33
Time in front2273

How the scoring went

  1. 3rd Quarter60-70Neemias Queta makes 2-foot driving dunk (Baylor Scheierman assists)
  2. 3rd Quarter60-72Baylor Scheierman makes 13-foot driving floating jump shot (Derrick White assists)
  3. 3rd Quarter61-72Andre Drummond makes free throw 2 of 2
  4. 3rd Quarter61-74Baylor Scheierman makes 19-foot jumper (Derrick White assists)
  5. 3rd Quarter63-74Tyrese Maxey makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
  6. 3rd Quarter65-74Dominick Barlow makes 1-foot driving dunk
  7. 3rd Quarter65-77Nikola Vucevic makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Brown assists)
  8. 3rd Quarter65-80Derrick White makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Brown assists)
  9. 3rd Quarter67-80Dominick Barlow makes driving layup (Kelly Oubre Jr. assists)
  10. 3rd Quarter70-80VJ Edgecombe makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tyrese Maxey assists)
  11. 3rd Quarter72-80Tyrese Maxey makes running layup (VJ Edgecombe assists)
  12. 3rd Quarter72-82Jaylen Brown makes driving layup
  13. 3rd Quarter73-82Dominick Barlow makes free throw 1 of 2
  14. 3rd Quarter74-82Dominick Barlow makes free throw 2 of 2
  15. 3rd Quarter74-84Jaylen Brown makes driving layup (Payton Pritchard assists)
  16. 3rd Quarter75-84Dominick Barlow makes free throw 2 of 2
  17. 3rd Quarter75-86Jaylen Brown makes 13-foot two point shot
  18. 3rd Quarter77-86Tyrese Maxey makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
  19. 3rd Quarter80-86Quentin Grimes makes 22-foot running jump shot (Tyrese Maxey assists)
  20. 3rd Quarter80-89Jordan Walsh makes 25-foot three point jumper (Payton Pritchard assists)
  21. 3rd Quarter83-89Tyrese Maxey makes 30-foot three point jumper (Trendon Watford assists)
  22. 4th Quarter83-92Derrick White makes 25-foot three point jumper (Payton Pritchard assists)
  23. 4th Quarter86-92Tyrese Maxey makes 26-foot three point jumper (Adem Bona assists)
  24. 4th Quarter86-94Nikola Vucevic makes tip shot
  25. 4th Quarter89-94VJ Edgecombe makes 27-foot three pointer
  26. 4th Quarter89-96Sam Hauser makes 10-foot driving floating jump shot (Baylor Scheierman assists)
  27. 4th Quarter89-99Nikola Vucevic makes 25-foot running jump shot (Derrick White assists)
  28. 4th Quarter91-99VJ Edgecombe makes 1-foot dunk (Andre Drummond assists)
  29. 4th Quarter91-102Jaylen Brown makes 25-foot three point jumper (Payton Pritchard assists)
  30. 4th Quarter93-102Tyrese Maxey makes 14-foot fade away jump shot
  31. 4th Quarter93-103Neemias Queta makes free throw flagrant 1 of 2
  32. 4th Quarter95-103Quentin Grimes makes 17-foot step back jumpshot (VJ Edgecombe assists)
  33. 4th Quarter97-103Tyrese Maxey makes two point shot
  34. 4th Quarter97-105Neemias Queta makes layup
  35. 4th Quarter98-105VJ Edgecombe makes free throw 2 of 2
  36. 4th Quarter98-106Neemias Queta makes free throw 1 of 2
  37. 4th Quarter98-107Neemias Queta makes free throw 2 of 2
  38. 4th Quarter98-109Neemias Queta makes 2-foot dunk
  39. 4th Quarter98-111Neemias Queta makes two point shot
  40. 4th Quarter98-114Baylor Scheierman makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Brown assists)

Win probability

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

Venue

  • TD GardenBoston, MA
  • Attendance19156
  • OfficialsNick Buchert, Ray Acosta, Natalie Sago

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