Boston Celtics Schedule 2025-26: Dates, Times, TV Channels

ByNPP Staff

The Boston Celtics begin their 2025–26 season on October 22, 2025, with a home game against the Philadelphia 76ers at TD Garden. Their first road game is scheduled for October 24, 2025, when they face the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden, broadcast on Amazon Prime Video.

The schedule features several marquee matchups, including battles with the Milwaukee Bucks, Los Angeles Lakers, and Golden State Warriors. Boston will also appear in 25 nationally televised games across Amazon Prime, NBC, Peacock, ESPN and ABC.

The regular season ends on April 12, 2026, with a home game against the Orlando Magic at TD Garden.

Boston Celtics Quick Facts

  • Founded: 1946
  • City: Boston, Massachusetts
  • Arena: TD Garden (Capacity ~19,500)
  • Colors: Green, White, Gold, Black
  • Conference: Eastern Conference
  • Division: Atlantic Division
  • Owner: Boston Basketball Partners LLC
  • President of Basketball Operations: Brad Stevens
  • Head Coach: Joe Mazzulla
  • Mascot: Lucky the Leprechaun
  • NBA Championships: 18 (tied with the Los Angeles Lakers for most in NBA history)
  • Key Rivals: Lakers, 76ers, Knicks

What Channel is the Celtics Game On?

Most Boston Celtics games in 2025–26 will air on NBC Sports Boston, the team’s main regional broadcaster. Local fans can also stream games on Peacock with the NBC Sports Boston add-on.

Boston will also appear in 25 nationally televised games on Amazon Prime Video, NBC, Peacock, ESPN, and ABC. Some games will be exclusive to Peacock or Amazon Prime Video, while NBC will carry select Tuesday and Sunday showcase games.

For fans outside Boston, NBA League Pass offers access to every out-of-market game, though local and national games are subject to blackout rules.

Boston Celtics 2025–26 Full Schedule

The Celtics’ 2025–26 season begins on October 22 and runs through April 12. Below are the full preseason and regular season schedules with dates, times, opponents, and TV channels.

Boston Celtics Schedule

Celtics Preseason Schedule 2025

DATEOPPONENTTIME (ET)TV CHANNEL
Wed, Oct 8@ Grizzlies8:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Fri, Oct 10@ Raptors7:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Sun, Oct 12vs Cavs7:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Wed, Oct 15vs Raptors7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston

Celtics Regular Season Schedule 2025–26

DATEOPPONENTTIME (ET)TV CHANNEL
Wed, Oct 22vs 76ers7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Fri, Oct 24@ Knicks7:30 PMAmazon Prime Video
Sun, Oct 26@ Pistons3:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Mon, Oct 27@ Pelicans8:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Wed, Oct 29vs Cavs7:00 PMESPN
Fri, Oct 31@ 76ers7:00 PMAmazon Prime Video
Sat, Nov 1vs Rockets8:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Mon, Nov 3vs Jazz7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Wed, Nov 5vs Wizards7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Fri, Nov 7@ Magic7:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Sun, Nov 9@ Magic6:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Tue, Nov 11@ 76ers8:00 PMNBC / Peacock
Wed, Nov 12vs Grizzlies7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Sun, Nov 16vs Clippers3:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Tue, Nov 18@ Nets7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Fri, Nov 21vs Nets7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Sun, Nov 23vs Magic6:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Wed, Nov 26vs Pistons5:00 PMESPN
Sat, Nov 29@ Wolves5:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Sun, Nov 30@ Cavs6:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Tue, Dec 2vs Knicks8:00 PMNBC / Peacock
Thu, Dec 4@ Wizards7:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Fri, Dec 5vs Lakers7:00 PMAmazon Prime Video
Sun, Dec 7@ Raptors3:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Fri, Dec 19vs Heat7:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Sat, Dec 20@ Raptors7:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Mon, Dec 22vs Pacers7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Fri, Dec 26@ Pacers7:30 PMAmazon Prime Video
Sun, Dec 28@ Blazers6:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Tue, Dec 30@ Jazz9:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Thu, Jan 1@ Kings10:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Sat, Jan 3@ Clippers10:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Mon, Jan 5vs Bulls7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Wed, Jan 7vs Nuggets7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Fri, Jan 9vs Raptors7:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Sat, Jan 10vs Spurs8:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Mon, Jan 12@ Pacers7:30 PMPeacock
Thu, Jan 15@ Heat7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Sat, Jan 17@ Hawks7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Mon, Jan 19@ Pistons8:00 PMNBC
Wed, Jan 21vs Pacers7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Fri, Jan 23@ Nets7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Sat, Jan 24@ Bulls8:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Mon, Jan 26vs Blazers8:00 PMPeacock
Wed, Jan 28vs Hawks7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Fri, Jan 30vs Kings7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Sun, Feb 1vs Bucks3:30 PMESPN
Tue, Feb 3@ Mavs8:00 PMNBC
Wed, Feb 4@ Rockets8:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Fri, Feb 6vs Heat7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Sun, Feb 8vs Knicks12:30 PMABC
Wed, Feb 11vs Bulls7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Thu, Feb 19@ Warriors10:00 PMAmazon Prime Video
Sun, Feb 22@ Lakers6:30 PMNBC
Tue, Feb 24@ Suns9:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Wed, Feb 25@ Nuggets10:00 PMESPN
Fri, Feb 27vs Nets7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Sun, Mar 1vs 76ers6:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Mon, Mar 2@ Bucks7:30 PMPeacock
Wed, Mar 4vs Hornets7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Fri, Mar 6vs Mavs7:00 PMESPN
Sun, Mar 8@ Cavs1:00 PMABC
Tue, Mar 10@ Spurs8:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Thu, Mar 12@ Thunder9:30 PMAmazon Prime Video
Sat, Mar 14vs Wizards6:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Mon, Mar 16vs Suns8:00 PMPeacock
Wed, Mar 18vs Warriors7:00 PMESPN
Fri, Mar 20@ Grizzlies8:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Sun, Mar 22vs Wolves8:00 PMNBC
Wed, Mar 25vs Thunder7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Fri, Mar 27vs Hawks7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Sun, Mar 29@ Hornets6:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Mon, Mar 30@ Hawks7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Wed, Apr 1@ Heat7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Fri, Apr 3@ Bucks8:00 PMNBC Sports Boston
Sun, Apr 5vs Raptors3:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Tue, Apr 7vs Hornets7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Thu, Apr 9@ Knicks7:30 PMAmazon Prime Video
Fri, Apr 10vs Pelicans7:30 PMNBC Sports Boston
Sun, Apr 12vs Magic6:00 PMNBC Sports Boston

Key Matchups to Watch

  • Celtics vs 76ers – Season opener at TD Garden on October 22.
  • Celtics vs Knicks – First road game on October 24 at Madison Square Garden.
  • Celtics vs Bucks – Eastern Conference rivalry with playoff stakes.
  • Celtics vs Lakers – December 5 at TD Garden (Amazon Prime) and February 22 in Los Angeles (NBC).
  • Celtics vs Warriors – March 18 at TD Garden on ESPN.

How to Get Boston Celtics Tickets?

Official tickets are sold through the Celtics website and Ticketmaster. For sold-out games or premium seating, safe resale options like StubHub are available.

Prices vary by matchup, with rivalry games costing more. Buying early is recommended for high-demand games.

How Many Championships Have the Celtics Won?

The Boston Celtics have won 18 NBA Championships, tied with the Lakers for the most in league history.

Their most recent title came in 2008, led by Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett, and Ray Allen. Legends like Bill Russell and Larry Bird helped build the franchise’s winning tradition.

The Celtics’ 2025–26 season runs from October to April with big games on NBC Sports Boston and national TV. Fans can expect another exciting year at TD Garden.

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