Philadelphia-Boston Preseason Preview: Viewing, Lineups and Injuries
Philadelphia plays Boston in its third preseason game at TD Garden, with local coverage on NBC Sports Philadelphia and national coverage on NBA TV. Coach Nick Nurse may rest his starters, since the preseason finale is viewed as the more likely game for the top unit to play extended minutes. Reserves and roster hopefuls could receive larger roles.
Philadelphia enters its third exhibition matchup, facing Boston at TD Garden. The game is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET, with NBC Sports Philadelphia carrying it locally and NBA TV providing national access. Another meeting with Boston follows for Philadelphia.
Nick Nurse has said he will use his starters in just one of those two games, and reporting suggests the later Boston matchup is more likely for extended minutes. That could open opportunities for reserves, rookies, and tryout players, while injuries leave Philadelphia thin at center. Boston also rested several key players in its first exhibition.
For fans, this preseason broadcast may offer a low-stakes look at Philadelphia's depth and Boston's rotation plans, potentially shaping early expectations. Players on the roster bubble could use extended minutes to influence coaching decisions and future opportunities. Local and national viewers may benefit from broader access, though the game's impact likely remains limited compared with regular-season play.