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The Boston Celtics, which have been one of the most dominating teams in the league this season, can secure a spot in the 2026 NBA playoffs tonight when they host the Atlanta Hawks at TD Garden. With a record of 48-24, the Celtics sit in second place in the Eastern Conference and hold a magic number of 2 to clinch at least a playoff berth.
Here is how Boston Celtics can clinch NBA Playoffs spot tonight vs Hawks
A Celtics victory combined with a New York Knicks loss or other specific combinations involving games involving teams chasing the play-in spots would mathematically eliminate the possibility of Boston falling outside the top six.
The Hawks enter the matchup at 41-32, riding a three-game winning streak and currently holding the fifth seed in the East. Atlanta has shown recent momentum, including a narrow win over the Detroit Pistons, but it remains vulnerable on the road against a strong Boston team.
The Celtics, who won their most recent game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, boast a solid home record and a net rating that ranks among the league's best. Jayson Tatum is expected to play a key role in his ongoing return from injury, while the Hawks will look to exploit any defensive lapses.
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