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Boston (2-1) at Philadelphia (1-2)
- When: Apr 26 2026, 7:00 PM
- Where: Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, PA, USA
- TV: NBC/Peacock
Boston vs Philadelphia Preview & Prediction
Spread: Boston -7.5
Moneyline: Boston (-310)
Total: 214.0
Boston Celtics: Three-Point Avalanche
Boston strolls into Game 4 as a 7.5-point favorite, and honestly, that might be generous considering how casually they’re handling business.
Jayson Tatum is out here fresh off a serious injury like nothing happened, dropping 25 points, hitting five threes, and casually stacking assists and rebounds. Seven weeks back and already climbing Boston’s all-time playoff scoring list. No big deal.
Meanwhile, Jaylen Brown is doing his usual “yeah I’ll just match that” routine with another 25 points. These two are basically running a co-op mode where both players are overpowered.
Boston’s real flex though? Shooting. They hit 20 threes in Game 3. Twenty. At that point, defense becomes more of a suggestion than a strategy.
They’re not just winning, they’re doing it in a way that makes you question if the opponent practiced at all.
Philadelphia 76ers: One-Man Carry Mode
Philadelphia is sitting here like “just one win, that’s all we need,” which is technically true… but also wildly optimistic.
Tyrese Maxey is doing everything possible, dropping 31 points and knocking down threes like he’s in a shooting drill. Problem is, he’s basically doing it solo.
And then there’s the giant question mark named Joel Embiid. Listed as doubtful, recovering from surgery, and somehow still the team’s biggest hope. That’s not ideal.
Defensively? Let’s just say allowing more threes than twos is… a bold strategy. Boston is out here launching from deep like it’s a 3-point contest, and Philly is watching like fans in the front row.
If the Sixers don’t tighten up defensively and get help for Maxey, this could turn into a very short series.
LVSB NBA Playoffs Prediction
Boston -7.5 feels like the books saying “yeah, we’ve seen enough.”
The Celtics have the firepower, the depth, and the confidence. Philly has Maxey, vibes, and a questionable injury report.
Total at 214.0 is interesting. Boston alone might flirt with that if the threes keep falling, but Philly slowing things down could keep it in check.
At this point, betting against Boston feels like betting against gravity. You can try… but good luck.
Final Score: Celtics 112, 76ers 101
Lean: Boston -7.5
Total: Under 214.0
- NBA Playoffs Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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