NEWSLETTER
The Boston Celtics will take on the Philadelphia 76ers in a decisive Game 6 of the second round of the NBA Playoffs.
The 76ers beat the Celtics 115-103 on Tuesday when they last met. In the 76ers’ victory, Joel Embiid scored 33 points (and added seven rebounds and three assists), while Jayson Tatum scored 36 in the losing effort for the Celtics.
When is Celtics vs. 76ers and when does it start?
This contest between the Celtics and 76ers will take place on Thursday, May 11, 2023. Be ready to see the opening tip at 7:30 PM ET.
Where to Watch Celtics vs. 76ers
The Celtics and 76ers will take to the court at Wells Fargo Center for this matchup on May 11, and if you’d like to catch the game live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on ESPN.
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Celtics vs. 76ers Game Preview
Celtics Stats, Odds & Insights
The Celtics have been favorites in 72 games this season and won 51 (70.8%) of those contests.
The Celtics score 117.9 points per game. That’s seven more points than the 110.9 the 76ers allow.
The Celtics knock down 16 three-pointers per game (second-most in the league), 4.4 more than their opponents (11.6).
The Celtics’ offense has been much better at home (120.5 PPG) compared to road games (115.4 PPG). Likewise, their defense has been better at home (110.5 PPG allowed) when compared to road games (112.4 PPG allowed).
The Celtics have seen an uptick in scoring lately, putting up 118.3 points per game in their last 10 contests, 0.4 points more than the 117.9 they’ve scored this season.
76ers Stats, Odds & Insights
The 76ers have a +354 scoring differential, topping opponents by 4.3 points per game. They’re putting up 115.2 points per game, 14th in the league, and are giving up 110.9 per contest to rank third in the NBA.
The 76ers put up just 3.8 more points per game (115.2) than the Celtics give up to opponents on average (111.4).
In 2022-23 the 76ers are 11th in the NBA in 3-point makes (12.6 per game) and best in 3-point percentage (38.7%).
At home the 76ers are not as good offensively, scoring 114.2 points per game, compared to 116.2 away. But they are better defensively, allowing 109.5 points per game at home, compared to 112.3 away.
The 76ers have played worse offensively in their last 10 games, tallying 108.8 points per contest, 6.4 fewer points their than season average of 115.2.
Celtics Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jayson Tatum | 74 | 30.1 | 8.8 | 4.6 | 1.1 | 0.7 | 3.2 |
| Jaylen Brown | 67 | 26.6 | 6.9 | 3.5 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 2.4 |
| Malcolm Brogdon | 67 | 14.9 | 4.2 | 3.7 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 2 |
| Derrick White | 82 | 12.4 | 3.6 | 3.9 | 0.7 | 0.9 | 1.8 |
| Marcus Smart | 61 | 11.5 | 3.1 | 6.3 | 1.5 | 0.4 | 1.9 |
76ers Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joel Embiid | 66 | 33.1 | 10.2 | 4.2 | 1 | 1.7 | 1 |
| James Harden | 58 | 21 | 6.1 | 10.7 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 2.8 |
| Tyrese Maxey | 60 | 20.3 | 2.9 | 3.5 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 2.7 |
| Louis King | 1 | 20 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Tobias Harris | 74 | 14.7 | 5.7 | 2.5 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 1.7 |
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