The series shifts to the "City of Brotherly Love" as the Philadelphia 76ers host the Boston Celtics for a high-stakes Game 3 at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Friday, April 24, 2026.
The Celtics enter Philadelphia with a commanding 2–0 series lead after a gritty 114–105 victory in Game 2. Despite a much-improved defensive effort from the 76ers, Boston’s depth proved too much in the fourth quarter, led by Jaylen Brown's 28 points and a clutch double-double from Jayson Tatum. Philadelphia now faces a "must-win" scenario on their home floor to avoid the dreaded 0–3 hole against their most storied rivals.
GOAL has the updated lowdown on securing tickets for Game 3 and beyond, including where to buy them and current market pricing for the showdown in Philly.
How much do Celtics vs 76ers Playoff tickets cost?
With the series moving to Philadelphia, ticket prices have seen a significant jump as fans hold out hope for a home-court resurgence. While still generally more affordable than Boston's TD Garden, the "get-in" price is climbing.
- Game 3 (Philadelphia): Current "get-in" prices on secondary markets like SeatGeek and StubHub are starting at approximately $94. Mid-tier seating in the lower bowl is trending between $285 and $440.
- Game 4 (Philadelphia): For the Sunday night clash on April 26, entry-level seats are currently listed slightly lower, starting at $88.
- Courtside Seats: Premium floor-side experiences at Xfinity Mobile Arena for Game 3 are commanding upwards of $2,200, with some VIP baseline options listed as high as $6,500.
Factors that influence cost include:
- The Embiid Watch: Rumors are swirling that Joel Embiid (appendectomy) has been upgraded to "doubtful" for Game 3. Any confirmation of a return would likely cause a 50% spike in ticket prices within minutes.
- Boston’s Dominance: Because the Celtics are up 2–0, there is a high demand from traveling Boston fans looking to witness a potential sweep, keeping the floor price higher than usual for a first-round series in Philly.
2025/26 NBA Playoff Venues by Entry Ticket Price (Game 3)
Team | Arena | Game 3 Entry Price |
New York Knicks | Madison Square Garden | $378+ (Game 5) |
L.A. Lakers | Crypto.com Arena | $181+ (Game 5) |
Houston Rockets | Toyota Center | $142+ |
Atlanta Hawks | State Farm Arena | $127+ |
Minnesota Timberwolves | Target Center | $92+ |
Philadelphia 76ers | Xfinity Mobile Arena | $94+ |
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