Sun Apr 13 20:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Celtics Await Playoff Opponent After Regular Season Success
**Boston, MA** – The Boston Celtics, finishing the regular season with a strong 61-21 record, are poised to begin their NBA playoff journey. After securing the #2 seed in the Eastern Conference, they await the winner of Tuesday’s play-in game between the Orlando Magic and Atlanta Hawks. The Celtics will face their first-round opponent at TD Garden on either April 19th or 20th.
Despite a 1-2 record against both potential opponents during the regular season, the Celtics are confident entering the playoffs. Coach Joe Mazzulla has expressed full confidence in star player Jaylen Brown’s readiness, despite a recent knee issue. The play-in tournament begins Tuesday, April 15th, determining the final playoff matchups. The Celtics’ first game time is yet to be determined.
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