Victor Wembanyama (concussion) is questionable to suit up for the Spurs’ Game 3 tilt in Portland on Prime Video. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photos by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images)
We’re bringing you the best of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, presented by Google, with the NBA.com live blog, featuring all of the meaningful moments, performances, observations, news, notes and highlights from Friday’s action.
An action-packed triple-header awaits on Prime Video, featuring Celtics-76ers (7:00 p.m. ET), Lakers-Rockets (8:00 p.m. ET), and Spurs-Blazers (10:30 p.m. ET)!
What we know about Friday’s Game 3s:
- Celtics-76ers shifts to Philadelphia with both teams seeking to take a 2-1 series lead (7:00 p.m. ET, Prime). Boston and Philly traded double-digit victories in Games 1 and 2, respectively, with Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe combining for 59 points in their dominant 111-97 win on Tuesday.
- The Lakers look to become the first team in the 2026 NBA Playoffs to secure a 3-0 series lead when they visit the Rockets (8:00 p.m. ET, Prime). LA has held Houston to below 100 points in each of their first two wins, and they could be getting a boost on offense with Austin Reaves (oblique) upgraded to questionable for the first time this postseason. Kevin Durant (ankle) will miss Game 3 after sitting out Game 1’s loss.
- A crucial Game 3 in Portland awaits as De’Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle and the Spurs take on Scoot Henderson, Deni Avdija and the Trail Blazers with the series tied at one game apiece (10:30 p.m. ET, Prime). All eyes will be focused on Victor Wembanyama’s status before tip, who remains questionable to play as he progresses through the league’s concussion protocol.
APRIL 24, 2026 / 6:15 ET
Jaylen Brown and the Celtics visit Tyrese Maxey and the 76ers for Game 3 of their series tied at 1-1 on Prime Video. (Photo by Isaiah Vazquez/Getty Images)
- Boston Celtics:
- PG – Derrick White (9.0 ppg, 4.5 apg, 1.0 bpg)
- SG – Jaylen Brown (31.0 ppg, 5.5 rpg, 3.5 apg, 1.5 spg)
- SF – Sam Hauser (9.0 ppg, 5.5 rpg, 42.9% on 7.0 3PA)
- PF – Jayson Tatum (22.0 ppg, 12.5 rpg, 8.0 apg, 1.5 spg)
- C – Neemias Queta (10.5 ppg on 88.9 FG%, 4.0 rpg)
- Philadelphia 76ers:
- PG – Tyrese Maxey (25.0 ppg, 8.5 apg, 1.0 spg)
- SG – VJ Edgecombe (21.5 ppg, 6.5 rpg, 2.0 spg)
- SF – Kelly Oubre, Jr. (11.0 ppg, 6.0 rpg)
- PF – Paul George (18.0 ppg on 52.4 FG%, 4.0 rpg)
- C – Adem Bona (1.5 ppg, 3.0 rpg)
APRIL 24, 2026 / 6:30 ET
Tonight’s injury report
BOS @ PHI — Joel Embiid will not play as he recovers from Appendectomy surgery.
LAL @ HOU — Luka Dončić (hamstring) remains out for the Lakers, while Austin Reaves (oblique) is listed as questionable to make his 2026 postseason debut.
Kevin Durant (ankle) is out for the Rockets.
SAS @ POR — Victor Wembanyama (concussion protocol) traveled with the Spurs to Portland but remains questionable to suit up. Jordan McLaughlin (ankle) is out for the third straight game.
Damian Lillard (Achilles) remains out for the Blazers.
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