Boston Celtics vs Philadelphia 76ers Picks and Prediction for Sunday April 26 2026
Use Code WWWC The Boston Celtics travel to face the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on Sunday, April 26, 2026, with tip-off scheduled for 7:00 PM and coverage available on NBC and Peacock. This Eastern Conference First Round Game 4 matchup features Boston holding a 2-1 series lead as they look to extend their advantage, while Philadelphia aims to respond on its home floor. The Celtics are listed as -7.5 favorites with a moneyline of -290, while the 76ers come in at +235, with the total set at 214.5 points. Catch up on all the NBA action with our free NBA Predictions.
Previous Game Recap
Boston recently won over Philadelphia 108-100 in Game 3, taking a 2-1 lead in the series with a steady performance across four quarters. The Celtics set the tone early, leading after the first quarter and maintaining control through halftime. Philadelphia made a push in the third quarter, narrowing the gap, but Boston held firm in the fourth and matched every run to secure the eight-point victory. The game remained competitive, but Boston’s ability to maintain composure late proved decisive.
For Boston, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led the way with 25 points each, providing consistent scoring throughout the game. Tatum added seven assists and five rebounds, contributing across multiple areas, while Brown also added seven rebounds and made an impact on both ends of the floor. Derrick White contributed 11 points along with defensive plays, including blocks and steals, while Payton Pritchard added 15 points off the bench with efficient perimeter shooting. Neemias Queta also contributed with rebounds and interior presence, helping support the overall team effort.
Philadelphia’s top performance came from Tyrese Maxey, who scored 31 points while adding six assists, carrying much of the offensive load. Paul George contributed 18 points with efficient shooting, while Kelly Oubre Jr. added 17 points and six rebounds. Adem Bona provided 10 points and defensive presence inside, and Andre Drummond added 12 points and six rebounds off the bench. Despite several solid individual efforts, Philadelphia struggled to match Boston’s consistency across the full game.
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Boston Looks to Extend Its Series Advantage
Boston enters this matchup with a 56-26 record, including a 26-15 mark on the road. The Celtics have been effective in recent games, recently won over Philadelphia 108-100 in Game 3 while also recently won over Philadelphia 123-91 in Game 1. They did recently lose to Philadelphia 111-97 in Game 2, showing that the series has had competitive moments. Outside of the series, Boston recently won over Orlando 113-108 and recently won over New Orleans 144-118.
The Celtics are averaging 114.9 points per game while allowing just 100.7 points against per game. They are shooting 47 percent from the field while collecting 46.4 rebounds and dishing out 24.6 assists per game. Defensively, they contribute 5.0 blocks and 7.1 steals, reflecting a balanced approach on both ends of the floor.
A key strength for Boston is its defensive efficiency, as reflected in its lower points allowed compared to its opponent. This ability to limit scoring while maintaining solid offensive production has been a defining factor in their wins throughout the series. Their consistency across both ends gives them a strong edge heading into this matchup.
Philadelphia Aims to Protect Home Court
Philadelphia comes into Game 4 with a 45-37 record and a 23-18 mark at home. The 76ers recently lost to Boston 108-100 in Game 3 after recently won over Boston 111-97 in Game 2 and recently lost to Boston 123-91 in Game 1. Prior to this series, Philadelphia recently won over Orlando 109-97 and recently won over Milwaukee 126-106, showing the ability to produce strong offensive performances.
The 76ers are averaging 115.9 points per game while allowing 109.3 points against per game. They are shooting 46 percent from the field while collecting 43.6 rebounds and adding 24.6 assists per game. Defensively, they contribute 5.7 blocks and 9.1 steals, showing activity in forcing turnovers.
One key aspect for Philadelphia is its scoring ability, as reflected in its slightly higher points-per-game average compared to Boston. However, the difference in points allowed suggests that maintaining defensive consistency will be critical. If the 76ers can tighten up on that end while sustaining their offensive production, they have a chance to keep this series competitive.
Boston Celtics vs Philadelphia 76ers Picks and Prediction
Spread Pick
- Boston Celtics
Boston enters this matchup with a 2-1 series lead and recently won over Philadelphia in Game 3. The Celtics also hold a strong advantage in points allowed per game, which has helped them control the tempo in their wins. While Philadelphia has shown it can respond, Boston’s consistency on both ends and its ability to limit scoring gives it the edge. The pick is Boston to cover the spread.
Total Pick
- Under 214.5
The total is set at 214.5 points, and the lean is toward the under. The most recent game finished at 108-100, and Boston’s defensive numbers suggest a lower-scoring environment compared to Philadelphia’s typical output. While both teams can score, Boston’s ability to limit opponents has played a major role in the series, making a controlled pace more likely. The under is the preferred play.
Final Score Prediction: Boston Celtics 110 – Philadelphia 76ers 101
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