Where to watch Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers Game 4 NBA playoffs: Live stream, start time, TV channel, odds for Sunday, April 26

Where to watch Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers Game 4 NBA playoffs: Live stream, start time, TV channel, odds for Sunday, April 26

The Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers meet in Game 4 of their first-round playoff series. The Celtics took a 2-1 lead in the series after winning Game 3 108-100. Boston is 7.5-point favorites for Game 4. The over/under for the matchup is set at 213.5.

How to watch Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers

Odds

  • Spread: Philadelphia 76ers +7.5

  • Moneyline: Philadelphia 76ers +240 (28.2%) / Boston Celtics -300 (71.8%)

  • Over/Under: 213.5

Series schedule

Game 1:Celtics 123, 76ers 91
Game 2:76ers 111, Celtics 97
Game 3:Celtics 108, 76ers 100
Game 4: Sun., April 26 at Philadelphia (7 p.m., NBC)
Game 5: Tue., April 28 at Boston (TBD)
*Game 6: Thu., April 30 at Philadelphia (TBD)
*Game 7: Sat., May 2 at Boston (TBD)if necessary

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Cavs prove loudest critics right in 93-89 Game 4 loss to Raptors

Cavs prove loudest critics right in 93-89 Game 4 loss to Raptors

Apr 26, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (19) reaches to block a shot from Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images | Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been consistently criticized for being soft and unable to rise to the pressure of a playoff environment. They’ve publicly pushed back against that notion, but actions are louder than words.

The Cavs played scared offensively. Their highest-paid players didn’t just have a bad shooting night. That could be explained. No, they shied away from the moment entirely. This allowed a Toronto Raptors team that would’ve struggled to hit water from a boat in the middle of Lake Erie to come away with a 93-89 victory to tie the series at 2-2.

To say it wasn’t pretty was an understatement. Neither team was able to generate any kind of offense through the first three quarters.

The Raptors took a narrow 60-58 lead into the fourth quarter despite shooting 26.7% from the field (26.7%) and 3-27 (11.1%) from three. Cleveland was slightly better in both categories, but their 16 turnovers and allowing 16 offensive rebounds allowed Toronto to close that gap.

The Cavs’ backcourt wasn’t able to generate anything through the first 36 minutes. Donovan Mitchell had just eight points on 3-15 shooting, with only two of those attempts coming in the restricted area and no free-throw attempts. James Harden wasn’t doing much to bail his backcourt mate out. He had 16 points on 5-10 shooting, but his six turnovers were a big reason why Cleveland’s offense was stuck in a rut.

Momentarily, it seemed like that was all going to change.

Mitchell briefly broke out of the funk he was in for the previous seven quarters in the fourth. He kick-started Cleveland’s offense with a driving layup to trim the lead to three. The Cavs then scored on their ensuing six possessions, which was highlighted by a step-back three from Mitchell.

The Cavs had an eight-point advantage before the Raptors responded.

A flagrant foul by Sam Merrill helped Toronto to regain momentum. A 6-0 run made it a two-point game, punctuated by a rare Brandon Ingram three to make it a two-point margin.

Merrill responded with a triple on the following possession to make it a five-point advantage with 2:30 left in the fourth. Things fell apart from there.

Ingram registered two points at the free-throw line, then RJ Barrett made a layup after a Raptors offensive rebound to make it a one-point game with 48 seconds remaining.

In a play that is emblematic of this era of Cavs basketball, they committed an eight-second violation to give the Raptors the ball back. This wasn’t because of anything Toronto did. Mitchell was just lazy in walking the ball up the court. Toronto applied pressure at the midcourt line, and because of the lack of urgency, it resulted in a turnover.

The Raptors iced the game away at the line.

Scottie Barnes was fouled on a drive to the basket. He made both free throws to give the Raptors a one-point lead.

Mitchell missed a layup on the other end. Barnes made two free throws after the Cavs were forced to foul. Mitchell then missed what would’ve been a game-tying three, ending any chance Cleveland had to realistically get back into this game.

Scottie Barnes was once again Toronto’s best player. He was active defensively with three blocks and a steal while contributing 23 points, nine rebounds, and six assists on 6-15 shooting.

The Raptors have continually made an effort to get Brandon Ingram involved offensively. That continued again in Game 4, but once again led to middling results. He had 23 points, but it took him 23 shots to get there.

Mitchell led the Cavs with 20 points on 6-24 shooting with four fouls.

Harden had 19 points on 6-14 shooting with eight assists and seven turnovers.

The Cavs had a chance to take a decisive 3-1 lead and make this a short series. They blew two golden opportunities on the road to do that. Now, they’re in for a dogfight to save their season.

Game 4 is back in Cleveland on Wednesday.

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Report: Kevin Durant will not play in must-win Game 4 for Rockets due to sprained ankle

Report: Kevin Durant will not play in must-win Game 4 for Rockets due to sprained ankle

Facing a must-win Game 4 at home, down 0-3 in the series to the Lakers, the Rockets will be without Kevin Durant once again due to a bone bruise in his left ankle, reports Shams Charania of ESPN.

Officially, Durant is still questionable for Game 4 and the Rockets have made no official announcement. However, according to Charania, Durant went through rehab this morning and was with the team for its film session, but said that the “bone bruise has created swelling, stiffness and lack of mobility in the ankle, sources said.”

Durant has played in just one game in this series, scoring 23 points on 7-of-12 shooting with six rebounds in Game 2, but the Lakers won that game on their home court. The 16-time All-Star raised eyebrows in Game 3 when he was not on the bench (in street clothes) with his teammates, adding to the questions about the lack of cohesion in the Rockets’ locker room. Coach Ime Udoka said after the game that Durant was getting treatment in the locker room during the game.

That lack of cohesion has shown on the court, where the Rockets have struggled to score consistently against the Lakers’ pressure defense in this series. Houston has a 105.6 offensive rating in this series, 13 points below their season average (which was top-10 in the league). The Rockets also have struggled defensively to slow down LeBron James and the Lakers’ attack, despite Los Angeles being without Luka Doncic or Austin Reaves.

The Rockets will need to find that cohesion on Sunday night, and do it without Durant, the team’s leading scorer during the regular season at 26 points per game. If they don’t, their season ends much earlier than expected, leading to a lot of offseason questions.

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Cavaliers-Raptors Game 4 takeaways: Collin Murray-Boyles provides big boost, James Harden has turnover issues

Cavaliers-Raptors Game 4 takeaways: Collin Murray-Boyles provides big boost, James Harden has turnover issues

You can make a reasonable case that Game 4 between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Toronto Raptors was on its way to being the biggest stinker of the 2026 playoffs so far. But then it was saved by a late-game surge by both teams, resulting in several clutch buckets and an intensity level that could rival the actual Finals. 

Twelve lead changes and six clutch free throws by Scottie Barnes closed it out, with Toronto winning 93-89 and evening the series at 2-2. The series moves back to Cleveland for Game 5 on Tuesday.

Let’s break down a few takeaways from Game 4.

Collin Murray-Boyles has arrived 

There was no question that the 6-foot-7 rookie was NBA ready from Day 1. He has been active on both sides of the floor, has ridiculous defensive upside, and has seemingly found his playoff feet much quicker than anticipated. 

Murray netted 15 points and 10 rebounds off the bench in Game 4, and was a constant threat on the interior, scoring against the entire Cavs front line, despite being several inches shorter than both Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley.

His performance in this series underlines his potential, which is vast, and can yet be molded in many different ways. However you slice it, the Raptors got a good one. 

James Harden’s turnover issues

Entering Game 4, the former MVP was averaging 5.7 turnovers per game this series. Somehow he managed to increase that average. 

Harden, who had seven turnovers in Game 4, has historically had an issue hanging on to the ball. In the playoffs, that issue is all the more difficult to overcome, especially the further you manage to go.

What’s curious about his mishaps in this series is that a fair bunch of them were entirely preventable. It’s lazy entry passes, forced outlets, and a general lack of focus. 

It ponders the question of whether or not Donovan Mitchell should take over more ball-handling duties until Harden has adjusted himself. 

The Raptors have a point guard problem 

With Immanuel Quickley unavailable, the Raptors have tried out both Jamal Shead and Ja’Kobe Walter at lead guard. While both have applied themselves in some manner, neither has succeeded in stringing together periods where things have clicked. 

Poor shooting efficiency, in particular, has plagued both. And while Shead is simply a better playmaker than Walter, he is short in stature and gives up size defensively. (Walter, a strong, physical defender, went 0-for-9 from the field in Game 4.)

It’s not a problem the Raptors can fix right now, so they’re going to have to make due. But if they proceed to the second round, they’re going to have to think up an alternative game plan. 

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Where to watch Atlanta Hawks vs. New York Knicks Game 4 NBA playoffs: Live stream, start time, TV channel, odds for Saturday, April 25

Where to watch Atlanta Hawks vs. New York Knicks Game 4 NBA playoffs: Live stream, start time, TV channel, odds for Saturday, April 25

The New York Knicks will try to rebound in Game 4 of their first-round playoff series against the Atlanta Hawks. The Hawks won Games 2 and 3, each by a single point. The Knicks are slight 1.5-point favorites.

How to watch New York Knicks vs. Atlanta Hawks

Odds

  • Spread: Atlanta Hawks +1.5

  • Moneyline: Atlanta Hawks +105 (46.3%) / New York Knicks -130 (53.7%)

  • Over/Under: 214.5

Series results, schedule

Game 1:Knicks 113, Hawks 102
Game 2:Hawks 107, Knicks 106
Game 3:Hawks 109, Knicks 108
Game 4: Sat., April 25, at Atlanta (6 p.m., NBC)
*Game 5: Tue., April 28,at New York (TBD)
*Game 6: Thu., April 30, at Atlanta (TBD)
*Game 7: Sat., May 2, at New York (TBD)

*if necessary

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Knicks vs Hawks Prediction, Picks & Odds for NBA Playoffs Game 4

Knicks vs Hawks Prediction, Picks & Odds for NBA Playoffs Game 4

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The New York Knicks are looking to bounce back after dropping two straight games as they head into Game 4 on the road against the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday.

Jalen Brunson fell just short down the stretch in Game 3, but my Knicks vs. Hawks predictions expect him to respond with a signature scoring performance to help New York even up the series.

Here are my best free NBA picks for Saturday’s Game 4 from State Farm Arena.

  • UPDATE: Added prediction for who will win.

Knicks vs Hawks prediction

Who will win Knicks vs Hawks Game 4?

Knicks: It’s do-or-die time for the New York Knicks, who are staring down a potential 3-1 series deficit. Coming back from a 3-1 hole is nearly impossible, and New York can reclaim home-court advantage and regain momentum with a victory in Game 4.

The Knicks had the ball on the final possession of Games 2 and 3, and they lost by one point in each on a missed Mikal Bridges jumper and a Jalen Brunson turnover. Brunson and the Knicks will clean up their mistakes from the last two games and win this one on the road.

Knicks vs Hawks best bet: Jalen Brunson Over 26.5 points (-110)

When the NBA playoffs roll around, Jalen Brunson elevates his scoring to a new level. Since 2023-24, Brunson is one of just four players to average 30+ points per game, and he’s the only one to play in more than six games.

With an average of 30.4 points across his last 34 playoff games, Brunson has a proven track record in critical games.

Brunson has found success in Game 4’s in recent seasons. He’s averaged 32.6 points per game across his last seven Game 4’s, scoring 27+ six times. He’s reached that mark in four of his last five road games in that situation.

Over his last 21 playoff games overall, Brunson has averaged a healthy 29.2 points, and he’s scored 27+ 14 times, including two of three in this year’s postseason. He came up just shy of that mark in Game 3, finishing with 26 points.

Brunson averaged 28.5 points in six matchups against the Atlanta Hawks this season, including 30 points per game at State Farm Arena. Brunson reached 27+ points in four of six games against the Hawks.

In the regular season, Brunson recorded 27+ points in 38 of 74 games overall and in 21 of 38 games on the road. He hit a clutch “And-1” in the final minute of Game 3 only to watch as CJ McCollum hit a go-ahead bucket in the final seconds.

Brunson uncharacteristically turned the ball over on the final possession of the game, and he’ll be driven to atone for that mistake and lead his team to victory. This could be the blowup scoring game for which New York Knicks fans have been waiting.

Knicks vs Hawks same-game parlay

Each of the last two games of the series has been decided by one point, and four of six head-to-head matchups in 2025-26 have been decided by three points or fewer. Game 4 will be a dog fight, but I expect Brunson to lead the Knicks to a crucial victory.

A win for New York makes this a best-of-three series with home court advantage, but a loss means the Knicks will need to win three straight. After coming up just shy in Games 2 and 3, I expect the Knicks to play with urgency and get the job done on the road before coming back to the Garden.

This hasn’t been a high-scoring series, but the point totals keep creeping down, and we can find value in the Over. Three of six games between these teams have gone for at least 215 points, and two more went for 213.

Game 3 totaled 217 points despite two of New York’s starters combining for just two points. I’ll bet the Over as New York gets back on track offensively.

Knicks vs Hawks SGP

  • Jalen Brunson Over 26.5 points
  • Knicks -1.5
  • Over 214.5

Our “from downtown” SGP: Villanova Three!

Josh Hart finished with just two points on 1-of-9 shooting in Game 3, and he’s got to be more productive. Improved scoring from New York’s starters is crucial, as the Knicks have lost two straight games by just one point.

Hart scored 12+ in 18 of 33 road games in the regular season, and he’s due for a bounce-back performance in a critical Game 4.

Mikal Bridges has scored 21 total points on 8-of-22 shooting through the first three games of this series. That’s dreadful for a guy who was brought in to be the missing piece on a contending team.

Bridges logged only 21 minutes in Game 3 in favor of Miles McBride (15 points), and I expect the benching and poor performance to motivate him in Saturday’s high-stakes matchup.

Knicks vs Hawks SGP

  • Jalen Brunson Over 26.5 points
  • Knicks -1.5
  • Josh Hart Over 11.5 points
  • Mikal Bridges Over 10.5 points

Knicks vs Hawks odds for Game 4

  • Spread: Knicks -1.5 (-115) | Hawks +1.5 (+105)
  • Moneyline: Knicks -130 | Hawks +110
  • Over/Under: Over 214.5 | Under 214.5

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How to watch Knicks vs Hawks Game 4

Location State Farm Arena, Atlanta, GA
Date Saturday, April 25, 2026
Tip-off 6:00 p.m. ET
TV NBC

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Pistons-Magic takeaways: It looks like we're in for a long series, folks

Pistons-Magic takeaways: It looks like we're in for a long series, folks

Game 3 of the first-round series between the Pistons and Magic on Saturday was unquestionably the best one yet, as the two squads could not have looked more equal down the stretch. 

The Magic seemed to have control of the game up until the fourth quarter, but ultimately relinquished their lead, which led to an absolute dog fight till the end. 

Through stellar play from Wendell Carter Jr. (14 points, 17 rebounds), and seven 3-pointers from Desmond Bane, the Magic walked away with a 113-105 win and now lead the series 2-1.

Let’s get into some takeaways. 

Ausar Thompson, the versatile lob threat 

When you think of Detroit’s Ausar Thompson, you’re probably thinking of him as a lob finisher, running in transition and finishing plays over the defense. 

While that description isn’t wrong, the 6-foot-7 wing is also very capable of throwing the lob pass and the versatility was on full display to start Game 3, showcasing both skills to put Orlando’s defense on its heels. 

Orlando has struggled to keep Thompson out of the paint, failing to press up on him enough when he’s away from the basket, giving him clear and unobstructed views of passing lanes. 

Generally, the Magic can produce an effective defense, but they struggle against athletic wings who can cover a lot of ground in a short span of time. Thompson fits that bill. 

The young wing asserted himself early, and kept the Pistons close, relentlessly attacking the rim and drawing fouls, as he finished with 17 points, 8 rebounds, 5 blocks, 2 steals and 3 assists. 

Too much dribbling from Paolo Banchero 

It’s becoming a theme in Orlando that Paolo Banchero is overtaxed as a No. 1 option. He’s given the ball too far out of the paint and is asked to constantly initiate like he’s Nikola Jokić, which he is not. 

This isn’t on him, but rather the coaching staff, which seems to be under the impression the bulky 6-10 powerhouse doesn’t need to receive the ball as he goes downhill. 

The current setup leads to too many turnovers, suboptimal scoring position, low shooting efficiency and him becoming less of a factor. 

Fortunately, it didn’t cost Orlando in Game 3. But his raw line of 25 points, 12 rebounds and 9 assists was offset by a 6-of-17 shooting performance. 

Worst-“Cade” scenario for the first three quarters 

Look, Cade Cunningham can have nights where he looks like a future MVP and a top-five guy in the league. 

But he’ll blend in games like these, entering the fourth quarter with five made field goals on 17 attempts and eight turnovers, ultimately forcing the Pistons to play catch-up. (Orlando was up 17 points at one point.) 

Cunningham finished with 27 points and turned on the jets in the fourth quarter, quieting the skeptics for a bit, but the issue remains. 

If he has ambitions of a Finals run, Cunningham needs to set the tone and not allow the Pistons to fall into a hole. Relying on come-from-behind runs is too often a fool’s errand, and it’s an entirely unreliable approach in the postseason. 

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Mike Brown non-committal on Knicks' starting lineup ahead of Game 4 vs. Hawks

Mike Brown non-committal on Knicks' starting lineup ahead of Game 4 vs. Hawks

With the Knicks down 2-1 to the Atlanta Hawks in the first round of the playoffs following their loss on Thursday night, head coach Mike Brown said on Friday that the starting lineup for Game 4 on Saturday will be a “game-time decision.”

Brown mentioned that everything is on the table for New York, who has dropped the last two games against the Hawks after a convincing win in Game 1 at Madison Square Garden.

The news of a possible change comes on the heels of Mikal Bridges scoring zero points in Game 3 and turning the ball over four times in just 21 minutes. Josh Hart also had a rough game offensively with two points, although he finished with nine rebounds and six assists in 40 minutes.

It was the second straight poor performance from Bridges who was held to 10 points in the Knicks’ Game 2 loss, all of which came in the first half. Bridges also missed the potential game-winning shot in that game and in the last six quarters for New York he’s gone 0-for-7 from the field.

In his second season with the Knicks after getting traded by the Nets for five first-round picks, Bridges scored 14.4 points per game while shooting 49 percent from the field and added 3.8 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game. 

The 29-year-old hasn’t missed a game since joining New York and has started every single game he’s played since the 2020-21 season with Phoenix Suns, who drafted him 10th overall in the 2018 NBA Draft.

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Where to watch Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers NBA playoffs: Live stream, start time, TV channel, odds for Friday, April 24

Where to watch Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers NBA playoffs: Live stream, start time, TV channel, odds for Friday, April 24

The Boston Celtics take on the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 3 of their NBA first-round playoff series. The teams split the first two games in Boston. Games 3 and 4 will be in Philadelphia. The Celtics are favored by 7.5 points in Game 3.

How to watch Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers

Odds

  • Spread: Philadelphia 76ers +7.5

  • Moneyline: Philadelphia 76ers +240 (28.2%) / Boston Celtics -300 (71.8%)

  • Over/Under: 214.5

Series schedule

Game 1:Celtics 123, 76ers 91
Game 2:76ers 111, Celtics 97
Game 3: Fri., April 24 at Philadelphia (7 p.m., Prime)
Game 4: Sun., April 26 at Philadelphia (7 p.m., NBC)
*Game 5: Tue., April 28 at Boston (TBD)
*Game 6: Thu., April 30 at Philadelphia (TBD)
*Game 7: Sat., May 2 at Boston (TBD)if necessary

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Why top basketball prospects returning to NCAA is best outcome for NBA

Why top basketball prospects returning to NCAA is best outcome for NBA

Rather than declare as early entry candidates for the 2026 NBA Draft, several of the top players in college basketball decided to go back to school.

With the significant rise of NIL packages offered to collegiate players to play another season with their college team or use the transfer portal, the basketball world has never seen such little financial incentive to turn pro. In many cases, top men’s basketball players can actually collect more annual money at their university than they would have in the first year of their rookie scale contract.

Prospects have until 11:59 p.m. ET on April 24 to declare as early entry candidates for the 2026 NBA Draft. Those players can remain as draft candidates 11:59 p.m. ET on May 27 if they want to maintain their collegiate eligibility.

It is not uncommon for players to “test the waters” and go through the draft process and attend the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago, then decide to go back to school.

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Notable players who have already declared for the draft but may still return to their college team next season include Morez Johnson Jr. (Michigan), Ebuka Okorie (Stanford) and Meleek Thomas (Arkansas). Some who have declared (e.g. Allen Graves, Flory Bidunga, Tounde Yessoufou, Milan Momcilovic and Juke Harris) also entered the transfer portal and a few have already committed to new schools.

This year, more than ever, several notable players announced they will not even go through the pre-draft process.

Thomas Haugh (Florida), Braylon Mullins (UConn) and Patrick Ngongba II (Duke) are among those who were widely considered potential first-round picks but opted to not enter the pre-draft process. Others, including Pryce Sandfort (Nebraska), Alex Condon (Florida), Joseph Tugler (Houston) and David Mirković (Illinois), made the same decision.

Haugh is reportedly expected to earn what he would have made in his first two NBA seasons combined at Florida next season, according to The Athletic.

Some have argued that NIL is bad for the NBA, but in many cases, the opposite is true. NIL is mutually beneficial for both the NCAA and the NBA at large.

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For college basketball, top players returning can help teams compose the most talented rosters available and keep the product as interesting as possible for fans with old faces at either familiar or new places. Players can build their brands and create a legacy while improving their draft stock in the process.

In the NBA, meanwhile, professional teams can reserve roster spots only for the most ready-to-contribute players. Rather than drafting young players with the hope to develop them over the years, they can use the spots at the end of their bench for veterans who do not need that same on-ramp in the pros.

Ideally, these players can become known quantities while in college rather than alluring but risky mystery boxes for the next level. Now that players can hire agents, it is often even more financially lucrative for their clients to stay in school as well.

College basketball provides players from around the world a chance to get mentally and physically ready as they mature, rather than rush, to reach their dreams of playing in the NBA. Big name players staying in the NCAA is mutually beneficial for everyone involved.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Top college basketball products return to NCAA. Why it’s good for NBA

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