Celtics formally launch 5-game preseason schedule

The Boston Celtics formally introduced their schedule for the 2023 preseason. Beginning on October 8, the Celtics will play 5 preseason video games to gear up for his or her impending run at Banner 18.

Boston’s preseason schedule is as follows:

• October 8 at 6 p.m. vs Philadelphia 76ers
• October 9 at 7:30 p.m. at New York Knicks
• October 11 at 7 p.m. at Philadelphia 76ers
• October 17 at 7:30 p.m. vs New York Knicks
• October 19 at 7 p.m. at Charlotte Hornets

All 5 exhibition video games will likely be accessible to observe on NBC Sports activities Boston, and could be heard on 98.5 The Sports activities Hub — except the October 11 matchup in opposition to Philly.

The preseason opener will see a less-intense rematch of the 2023 Japanese Convention Semifinals, which Boston gained over the 76ers in seven video games.

Oddly sufficient, the Cs should play a back-to-back the subsequent night time in New York Metropolis. It’s robust to think about that Al Horford will likely be suiting up for that one, as he didn’t play back-to-backs final season.

Although the video games don’t imply something, the preseason is a good alternative for followers to get acquainted with a number of the new faces on the roster. Most notably, it’ll be the primary time that the Backyard trustworthy will get to see Jordan Walsh take the parquet.

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Walsh had himself a formidable run within the NBA 2K24 Summer time League, catching the eye of Cs supporters throughout. In 5 appearances for the Summer time Celtics, the rookie out of Arkansas averaged 16.0 factors, 4.2 rebounds, 1.6 assists, and 1.0 steals per recreation, whereas taking pictures 42.2% from the sphere and 40.0% from past the arc.

One other storyline to observe would be the potential battle for Boston’s ultimate roster spot. Final week, the workforce waived ahead Justin Champagnie, opening a second assured slot. Even when Boston elects to deliver again veteran large man Blake Griffin, there’ll nonetheless be room for a battle between coaching camp invitees.

Tickets to preseason video games will likely be happening sale at a later date. Any fan seeking to safe their seat on the Backyard ought to hold their eye on the workforce’s web site for extra particulars.