The Boston Celtics are gearing up for the NBA playoffs, having locked in the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference. The playoffs will officially commence on April 18, 2023, with the Celtics set to face the winner of the East's play-in game between the Orlando Magic and Philadelphia 76ers. The play-in tournament, which runs from April 14 to April 17, will determine the No. 7 seed that Boston will compete against in the first round. Fans can expect to see their team at the TD Garden during the first weekend of the playoffs, as the Celtics await confirmation of their first-round opponent. Key dates to note include the end of the regular season on April 12, the East 7-vs-8 play-in game on April 14, and the final play-in games on April 17. The anticipation is building as Boston prepares for what promises to be an exciting postseason.