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The Philadelphia 76ers face the Boston Celtics in Game 1 of their NBA playoff series on April 19, 2026, in Boston without star center Joel Embiid due to injury. Paul George and Tyrese Maxey lead the backcourt while Andre Drummond and Alex Bona anchor the frontcourt. Embiid's absence poses a major challenge for the Sixers in the Eastern Conference opener.