Tonight’s primetime matchup is the final first round matchup between the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers as the 2026 NBA Playoffs progress deeper into the tournament. Game 7 will determine which teams moves into the conference semifinals for Round 2 competition against the New York Knicks. As viewers tune in from home, bets are on the line as fans hope for their chosen teams to advance.
Here are the latest predictions and odds for Game 7 of the playoffs as the Celtics take on the 76ers at TD Garden in Boston on Saturday May 2, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET / 6:30 PM CT / 4:30 PM PT.
Betting Odds for Game 7 of the 2026 NBA Playoffs Between the Boston Celtics & Philadelphia 76ers
GettyBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – APRIL 28: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics takes a shot against Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers during Game Five of the First Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoff at TD Garden on April 28, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
The Boston Celtics are currently the favorites to move on in the 2026 NBA Playoffs, but tonight’s Game 7 has the potential for dramatic twists to unfold. The latest predictions and odds for the matchup include:
CBS Sports Prediction
- Boston Celtics -8.5
DraftKings Sportsbook Game Odds & Prediction
Spread
- Boston Celtics -7.5 (-112)
- Philadelphia 76ers +7.5 (-108)
Moneyline
- Boston Celtics -310
- Philadelphia 76ers +250
Total
- 206.5 (Over -110/Under -110)
NBC Sports Reported Odds
- Game Odds: Boston Celtics -9.5
- Game Total: 208.5
Boston Celtics Game 7 Predictions for Starting Lineup
GettyPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – APRIL 30: Paul George #8 of the Philadelphia 76ersshoots a three point basket in front of Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics during the second quarter in Game Six of the First Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs at Xfinity Mobile Arena on April 30, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
With star forward Jayson Tatum cleared from the injury list to play in Game 7 at TD Garden tonight, the predicted starting lineup for the Boston Celtics in their matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers is as follows:
- Derrick White – Point Guard (PG)
- Jaylen Brown – Shooting Guard (SG)
- Neemias Queta – Center (C)
- Jayson Tatum – Small Forward (SF)
- Sam Hauser – Power Forward (PF)
Philadelphia 76ers Predictions for Starting Lineup
GettyBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – APRIL 28: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts against Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics during the first quarter in Game Five of the First Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoff at TD Garden on April 28, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
The Philadelphia 76ers have no injuries to report at present, which means that they have full ability to select from their complete roster for their starting lineup in the Game 7 matchup against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden tonight. The latest predictions for the 76ers starting lineup are as follows:
- Tyrese Maxey – Point Guard (PG)
- V.J. Edgecombe – Shooting Guard (SG)
- Kelly Oubre – Center (C)
- Paul George – Small Forward (SF)
- Joel Embiid – Power Forward (PF)
Boston Celtics vs Philadelphia 76ers – Game 7 Predictions & Betting Odds