The Celtics will begin their preseason schedule on Oct. 8 when they are scheduled to host the Philadelphia 76ers, which is their first of five preseason games.
That will be the first of two preseason meetings against the 76ers, with the latter matchup slated for Oct. 11 in Philadelphia. The Celtics are also scheduled for two games against the New York Knicks. The first will be played at Madison Square Garden on Oct. 9 and then at TD Garden on Oct. 17.
The Celtics will cap off preseason ball on Oct. 19 against the Charlotte Hornets.