We are moving even closer to settling the 2026 NBA playoff field. After Wednesday’s victory over the Orlando Magic, the Philadelphia 76ers are moving on to face a heated rival, the Boston Celtics, in the first round. This one is going to be fun.
As opening odds go live for each playoff series on DraftKings Sportsbook, we get our first look at which side betting markets favor. Opening odds for this best-of-seven list the Celtics as a massive -900 favorite to advance, with the 76ers coming in at a long +600.
Boston shook off the “gap year” allegations, acting like a team that didn’t lose several starters in one offseason. With Jayson Tatum back in the fold and looking like his old self, they are as dangerous as ever.
Philly had to fight hard to get here. They were locked into a tough battle for the playoffs all season long, navigating injuries and suspensions to end with the No. 7 seed and the dreaded play-in. But they took care of business against the Magic, securing a much-needed playoff berth.
The Celtics hold +550 odds on DraftKings Sportsbook to win the NBA Finals, third among all teams and first in the East. The 76ers are far, far behind at +15000.
Game 1 is set for Sunday afternoon in Boston. The Celtics enter as 11.5-point home favorites on DraftKings Sportsbook, while the 76ers sit as +380 underdogs.
