Boston Celtics Playoffs 2027
Boston Celtics 2027 playoff page. The Celtics are 0-0, 1st in the Atlantic with a 0 point differential. If the season ended today they would be the No. 2 seed in the East (top six, magic number 83).
Next up: away at the Detroit Pistons (0-0) on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 3:00 PM EDT. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.000 record, including 15 games against teams currently in playoff position.
Celtics Playoff Outlook
Next game
at 
Detroit Pistons (0-0)
What it takes
Magic number 83: any combination of Celtics wins and New York Knicks losses adding up to 83 clinches a berth.
Remaining schedule
25 games left · opponents’ record 0.000 · 15 vs current playoff teams
Atlantic Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Conf | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boston Celtics | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 2 |  Brooklyn Nets | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 3 |  New York Knicks | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 4 |  Philadelphia 76ers | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 5 |  Toronto Raptors | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
Projected Path to NBA Finals
- First Round: vs #7 Detroit Pistons (home)
- Semis: reseeded matchup
- Conf. Finals: East title game, higher seed hosts
- NBA Finals: Home arena of the team with the better record, Jun 3, 2027
Season Trend
Celtics Playoff Push: 2026-27 Recent Results and Upcoming Games
| # | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | at Pistons #7 | 0-0 | ||
| 2 | vs Knicks | 0-0 | ||
| 3 | vs  Bulls #5 | 0-0 | ||
| 4 | vs Nets #3 | 0-0 | ||
| 5 | vs Bulls #5 | 0-0 | ||
| 6 | at  Magic | 0-0 | ||
| 7 | at  Rockets #4 | 0-0 | ||
| 8 | vs  Bucks #10 | 0-0 | ||
| 9 | at  Hornets #4 | 0-0 | ||
| 10 | at Bucks #10 | 0-0 | ||
| 11 | at 76ers | 0-0 | ||
| 12 | at Raptors | 0-0 | ||
| 13 | vs  Mavericks #1 | 0-0 | ||
| 14 | vs Magic | 0-0 | ||
| 15 | at  Nuggets #2 | 0-0 | ||
| 16 | at  Kings | 0-0 | ||
| 17 | at  Warriors #3 | 0-0 | ||
| 18 | at  Wizards | 0-0 | ||
| 19 | vs  Hawks #1 | 0-0 | ||
| 20 | at  Spurs | 0-0 | ||
| 21 | at Mavericks #1 | 0-0 | ||
| 22 | vs Hornets #4 | 0-0 | ||
| 23 | at Nets #3 | 0-0 | ||
| 24 | vs Wizards | 0-0 | ||
| 25 | vs Wizards | 0-0 |
This Boston Celtics playoffs page refreshes after every Celtics game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the East playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Boston Celtics playoffs FAQ
Are the Boston Celtics in the 2027 playoffs?
As of today, yes: they hold the No. 2 seed in the East, with a magic number of 83 to clinch.
What seed would the Celtics be?
No. 2 in the East (top six).
Who leads the Atlantic?
Boston Celtics (0-0), which is the Celtics themselves.
When is the next Celtics game?
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 3:00 PM EDT, away at the Detroit Pistons.
How hard is the Celtics remaining schedule?
25 games left against opponents with a combined 0.000 record; 15 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Celtics clinch a playoff spot?
Win the Atlantic, or finish with one of the five best records among East non-division-winners. Current magic number: 83.
What is the Celtics record at home and on the road?
0-0 at home, 0-0 away; 0-0 in the division and 0-0 in the conference.