NBA

Philadelphia 76ers

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Fri, Oct 16, 11:00 PM UTC

Boston Celtics

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TV: NBA TV

Source: ESPN

Preview: Philadelphia 76ers vs Boston Celtics — Oct 16

The Philadelphia 76ers will open their season against the Boston Celtics on Friday, October 16, 2026, with tipoff slated for 11:00 PM UTC. Both teams step onto the court in the NBA’s opening night, setting the tone for the early league standings.

The matchup promises a classic East Coast showdown as the 76ers look to start strong against a storied Celtics franchise.

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