The Boston Celtics walked out of Philadelphia on Sunday night with a commanding 3-1 series lead and a wave of momentum that feels nearly impossible to slow. Game 4 was never in doubt. Boston set a franchise playoff record with 24 made three-pointers, dominated the boards, and received a career-best playoff performance from an unlikely hero. The 76ers simply had no answers.
Now the series shifts back to TD Garden for Game 5 on Tuesday night, where the Celtics have a prime opportunity to close out the series and advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals. Ahead of the pivotal matchup, both teams have released their official injury reports — and the news from Boston is as clean as it gets.
Celtics Injury Report for Game 5
The Celtics’ injury report for Game 5 is completely blank.
With no names listed and zero questionable or doubtful designations, Boston is fully healthy heading into Tuesday’s closeout game. For a team on the brink of advancing, this is the ideal scenario. Joe Mazzulla will have his entire rotation available, giving him maximum flexibility to adjust to whatever Philadelphia throws at them in a hostile environment.
The official Celtics Twitter account confirmed the positive update:
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This full-strength status is particularly significant in a closeout game, where pressure can mount quickly. Having every weapon available allows Boston to maintain their disciplined defensive approach and explosive offensive firepower without compromise.
Embiid’s Status for Philadelphia
On the other side, Joel Embiid has been listed as probable for Game 5. The big man made his return in Game 4 after missing time due to emergency surgery earlier this month, delivering a solid stat line of 26 points, 6 assists, and 10 rebounds. While his presence gave the 76ers a much-needed boost, it wasn’t nearly enough, as Boston cruised to a 32-point victory.
Embiid is expected to play, but questions remain about his conditioning and ability to sustain high-level performance across all four quarters — especially in the loud, intimidating atmosphere of TD Garden. The 76ers will need every bit of his dominance if they hope to force a Game 6.
How Boston Got Here
Game 4 showcased just how far this Celtics team has evolved. Payton Pritchard delivered the performance of his playoff career, exploding for 32 points and knocking down six three-pointers before Philadelphia could mount any resistance.
Jayson Tatum overcame a slow start to post 30 points, 11 assists, and 7 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown provided steady two-way production with 20 points and 7 rebounds. The Celtics owned the glass (51-30) and turned the Wells Fargo Center into a de facto Boston crowd by the fourth quarter.
Even with Embiid back on the floor, the 76ers struggled to find rhythm. Tyrese Maxey scored 22 points but was limited to just three field goal attempts in the first half. Boston’s defensive intensity and offensive efficiency built a commanding 56-38 halftime lead, effectively putting the game away early.
After the blowout win, Jaylen Brown addressed the traveling Celtics fans who helped flip the energy in Philadelphia, turning a “76ers” chant back on the home crowd. “How could you not?” Brown said with a smile.
Final Word
The Celtics enter Game 5 at full strength, riding high confidence and playing some of their sharpest basketball of the entire postseason. While Joel Embiid gives Philadelphia a puncher’s chance, Boston has already proven it can neutralize his impact when playing at this level.
TD Garden will be electric on Tuesday night. Healthy. Locked in. One win away from the next round.
For the Celtics, the message is simple: Close it out.