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Celtics vs. Nuggets: NBA Finals Preview Tonight!

2/25/2026

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Summary

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The Boston Celtics of the NBA (38-19) will face the Denver Nuggets of the NBA (36-22) tonight at Ball Arena in a potential NBA Finals preview.
Boston has won four straight.
Jaylen Brown remains questionable with a knee injury.
The Nuggets will be without Aaron Gordon and Peyton Watson.
The game starts at 10 PM ET with Denver favored by 3.5 and a 229.5 total.

History

Historical Context

The 1976 NBA merger between the Boston Celtics and the ABA significantly reshaped professional basketball, enhancing competition and expanding fan engagement. The Celtics, who secured their 13th championship that year, faced the Denver Nuggets, a new NBA team from the merger. This matchup underscores the enduring rivalry and competitive spirit that has characterized the league's evolution since then.

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Story summary

The Boston Celtics of the NBA (38-19) will face the Denver Nuggets of the NBA (36-22) tonight at Ball Arena in a potential NBA Finals preview.
Boston has won four straight.
Jaylen Brown remains questionable with a knee injury.
The Nuggets will be without Aaron Gordon and Peyton Watson.
The game starts at 10 PM ET with Denver favored by 3.5 and a 229.5 total.

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