The Eastern Conference First Round rivalry between the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers shifts back to the "City of Brotherly Love" for a high-stakes Game 6 on Thursday, April 30, 2026.
After the 76ers kept their season alive with a resounding 113–97 victory in Game 5 at TD Garden, the Celtics now carry a narrowed 3–2 series lead. Despite a 24-point, 16-rebound performance from Jayson Tatum, the Celtics were overwhelmed by Philadelphia’s stars. Joel Embiid look every bit the MVP in the win, tallying 33 points and 8 assists, while Tyrese Maxey added 25 points. Now, the 76ers return to Xfinity Mobile Arena with a chance to force a winner-take-all Game 7.
GOAL has the updated lowdown on securing tickets for Game 6 and beyond, including current market pricing for the return to Philly.
How much do Celtics vs. 76ers Playoff tickets cost?
Following Philadelphia’s dominant road win, ticket demand at Xfinity Mobile Arena has spiked as fans hope to witness a series-tying victory. While generally more accessible than Boston’s prices, entry levels are climbing.
- Game 6 (Philadelphia): Current "get-in" prices on secondary markets like RateYourSeats and Ticketmaster are starting at approximately $103. Mezzanine and Balcony seating is generally trending between $110 and $145.
- Lower Bowl: For fans looking to be closer to the action, sideline seats in the lower level are currently averaging between $250 and $450.
- Courtside Seats: Premium floor-side experiences for Game 6 in Philadelphia are commanding upwards of $2,200, with some VIP baseline options listed as high as $6,800.
Factors that influence cost include:
- The Embiid Surge: Joel Embiid’s dominant Game 5 performance has silenced critics regarding his post-appendectomy conditioning. His return to MVP form has ignited the Philly fanbase, driving a 20% surge in ticket interest.
- Elimination Stakes: This is a "do-or-die" game for the 76ers. Historically, close-out or elimination games see much higher secondary market traffic as fans scramble for last-minute inventory.
2025/26 NBA Playoff Venues by Entry Ticket Price (Next Game)
Team | Arena | Entry Price (Next Game) |
New York Knicks | Madison Square Garden | $596+ (Game 7 if nec.) |
L.A. Lakers | Crypto.com Arena | $181+ (Tonight) |
Atlanta Hawks | State Farm Arena | $139+ (Game 6) |
Toronto Raptors | Scotiabank Arena | $433+ (Game 6) |
Minnesota Timberwolves | Target Center | $112+ (Game 6) |
Philadelphia 76ers | Xfinity Mobile Arena | $103+ (Game 6) |
San Antonio Spurs | Frost Bank Center | $115+ (Game 5) |
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Team news & squads
Starting XI
- 77Valdez Edgecombe7Jaylen Brown
- 21Joel Embiid30Sam Hauser
- 8Paul George88Neemias Queta
- Tyrese MaxeyJayson Tatum
- 9Kelly Oubre Jr.9Derrick White
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Substitutes
- 25Dominick Barlow45Dalano Banton
- 30Adem Bona52Luka Garza
- 22Johni Broome28Hugo Gonzalez
- 1Andre Drummond13Ron Harper Jr.
- 11Justin Edwards11Payton Pritchard
- 5Quentin Grimes55Baylor Scheierman
- 7Kyle Lowry44Max Shulga
- 14Dalen Terry4Nikola Vucevic
- 33Jabari Walker27Jordan Walsh
- 12Trendon Watford77Amari Williams
Manager
- Nick Nurse
- Joe Mazzulla
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