Celtics Dominate 76ers, Boston Marathon Road Closures

About this episode

This episode covers the Boston Celtics' playoff victory, local sports updates, and preparations for the Boston Marathon.

Monday April 20, 2026 In this episode, we dive into Boston's vibrant sports scene and important local updates. The Boston Celtics delivered a commanding playoff performance against the Philadelphia 76ers, winning 123-91 at the TD Garden. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led the charge, setting the stage for Game 2. Meanwhile, the Boston Bruins face a crucial matchup against the Buffalo Sabres after a tough loss. In baseball, the Red Sox aim to turn their series around against the Detroit Tigers. As the city gears up for the Boston Marathon, expect significant road closures impacting major streets like Boylston and Arlington. Officials recommend using public transport or Bluebikes to navigate Marathon Monday, a beloved event in Beantown. Weather-wise, Boston enjoys mostly sunny skies today, with a high of 52 degrees, though rain showers are possible later. Nationally, financial experts weigh in on whether to pay off mortgages early or invest, amid fluctuating mortgage rates and market volatility. Additionally, Air Canada announces a temporary suspension of flights to JFK due to jet fuel shortages linked to the Iran conflict. Stay tuned for these stories and more as we keep you…

Topics covered

• Boston sports
• Celtics performance
• Boston Marathon
• local news
• weather updates
• financial advice

Keywords

• Celtics
• 76ers
• Boston Marathon
• road closures
• Jayson Tatum
• Jaylen Brown
• Boston Bruins
• Red Sox
• Air Canada
• financial advice

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Boston Celtics, Philadelphia 76ers, Boston Bruins, Buffalo Sabres, Red Sox, Detroit Tigers, Air Canada, JFK

Places: Boston, Boylston, Arlington

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