The NBA Playoffs are here, and the first-round action kicks off with a heavyweight Eastern Conference clash. After a long break following the regular season, the No. 2 seeded Boston Celtics are back in action, hosting the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 1 this Sunday afternoon at TD Garden.
Boston, just two years removed from winning its 18th championship, is looking to make another deep postseason run. The late-season return of Jayson Tatum provides a massive boost, but the intensity of the playoffs presents a whole new challenge. Standing in their way is a resilient 76ers squad that punched its ticket with a gritty Play-In Tournament victory over Orlando, led by Tyrese Maxey's 31-point performance.
Ready to watch every drive, dunk, and defensive stop? Here’s everything you need to know to catch the opening game of this epic series.
**When:** Sunday, April 19, at 1:00 p.m. ET. **Where:** TD Garden, Boston, MA. **TV Channel:** The game will be broadcast nationally on ABC. **Live Stream:** You can stream the action live via the ESPN app.
Get your gear ready, settle in, and don't miss a moment as these historic rivals begin their battle for a spot in the second round.