The Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics are tied 1-1 in their Eastern Conference playoff series, with Game 3 scheduled for April 24, 2026, in Philadelphia. The 76ers are hopeful that star center Joel Embiid will return after missing Game 2 due to a knee injury.
Embiid, the 2023 NBA MVP, sustained the injury during Game 1. His status remains questionable, and his potential return could significantly impact the series. The 76ers won Game 1 at home, but the Celtics evened the series with a victory in Game 2.
Game 3 is set for 8:00 PM ET at the Wells Fargo Center. The 76ers have not confirmed Embiid's availability, listing him as questionable on the injury report. The team is expected to provide an update closer to tip-off.
