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NBA 2026-27 · East Atlantic

Can the Boston Celtics still make the playoffs?

5-12 in Atlantic0.5 GB in division76 games left

Boston Celtics clinch with 74 more wins on their own, even if every rival wins out.

Data: BALLDONTLIE ·  · Method →

Magic

74

Tragic

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Direct magic

74

74 wins to clinch a direct berth (top 6)

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East Atlantic

TeamW-LPCTGBMagic
Philadelphia 76ers6-1.857-73
Boston Celtics5-1.8330.574
Toronto Raptors3-3.5002.576
New York Knicks2-4.3333.5-
Brooklyn Nets1-5.1674.5-

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Can the Boston Celtics still make the playoffs?

Boston Celtics clinch with 74 more wins on their own, even if every rival wins out.

How is the magic number computed?

Assume every rival wins all remaining games; the magic number is the minimum wins that still guarantee a spot. Ties count against the team, so it can show later than official.

Does winning the division get you in?

No. Since 2016 division standings have no bearing on seeding. Only conference win percentage counts.

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