Fri Apr 11 22:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Celtics to Face Hornets in Final Two Regular Season Games

**Boston, MA** – The Boston Celtics will wrap up their regular season with a two-game home stand against the Charlotte Hornets, beginning Friday, April 11th, at 7:30 PM ET. The matchup marks the fourth and final meeting between the two teams this season, with the Celtics holding a commanding 2-0 lead in the series.

The Celtics (59-21), currently second in the Eastern Conference, are looking to solidify their playoff seeding. While they trail the Cleveland Cavaliers by four games for the top spot, they enjoy a comfortable lead over the New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers for the third and fourth seeds. The outcome of the Knicks and Pacers’ remaining games will determine the Celtics’ second-round opponent, with a Pacers advancement posing a significantly tougher challenge.

Despite a recent loss, the Celtics boast a strong 26-13 home record and are 8-2 in their last ten games. Several key players, including Jayson Tatum, Kristaps Porzingis, Jrue Holiday, Derrick White, and Al Horford, who missed the previous game due to injury or illness, are expected to return to the lineup. However, Jaylen Brown will remain sidelined with a knee injury.

The Charlotte Hornets (19-61), languishing in 14th place in the East, are on a five-game losing streak and have struggled on the road (7-32). Under new ownership, the Hornets have undergone significant changes, hiring a new coaching staff and making several player acquisitions. Former Celtics assistant coach Charles Lee now leads the Hornets, adding intrigue to the series. Several key players are also expected to miss the games due to injuries.

Key factors for the Celtics include maintaining health, strong defense (ranked 5th in the league), effective rebounding, and precise ball movement. The home-court advantage and the Hornets’ struggles on the road are also expected to favor Boston.

The games will be televised on NBCSB, FDSN, and NBA-LP, and broadcast on radio stations 98.5 Sports Hub and 92.7 WFNZ-FM.

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