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Justin Quinn

Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers preseason: How to watch, broadcast, lineups

The 2023 NBA offseason is officially over with the arrival of the first game of the Boston Celtics‘ slate of preseason games, the first of which is a home tilt between Boston and their Atlantic Division rivals, the Philadelphia 76ers. While the normal starters will likely see a short night on the floor, it will be our first look at a very different — and potent — version of the team.

If you happen to be looking for a way to watch the on-court action live on cable television or a local or national online streaming service that carries the game, keep reading while we get you up to speed on everything else you need to know about the game. Along with player injuries and likely starters for both teams, we of course will have how to watch it listed below.

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Let’s begin with the players available to play.

Injuries of note

For the Celtics, no players are injured.

For the 76ers, Montrezl Harrell (knee) is out and James Harden (personal reasons) is questionable.

Likely starting lineups

Boston Celtics

  • Derrick White
  • Jrue Holiday
  • Jaylen Brown
  • Jayson Tatum
  • Kristaps Porzingis

Philadelphia 76ers

  • Patrick Beverley
  • Tyrese Maxey
  • Tobias Harris
  • PJ Tucker
  • Joel Embiid

How to watch or stream

Here’s when you should tune in to see the game:

  • Date: 10/08/23
  • Time: 6:00 p.m. ET
  • TV Channel: ESPN
  • Live Stream: Sling TV (watch for free)

Listen to the “Celtics Lab” podcast on:

Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3zBKQY6

Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3GfUPFi

YouTube: https://bit.ly/3F9DvjQ

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