NBA announces schedule for Raptors vs. Celtics second-round series

Toronto Raptors' Fred VanVleet, right, goes up for a shot against Boston Celtics' Kemba Walker during the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Aug. 7, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis, Pool)

The Toronto Raptors will continue their push for a second-straight NBA title with the first game of their best-of-seven series against the Boston Celtics on Aug. 27.

Toronto advanced after completing their first-ever playoff sweep of the Brooklyn Nets Sunday while Boston moved on after sweeping the Philadelphia 76ers. This is the first time both teams have played against each other in the post-season.

Below is the Raptors’ full schedule for the second round. Broadcast details and tip-off times will be announced at a later date.

Game 1 – Thursday, Aug. 27

Game 2 – Saturday, Aug. 29

Game 3 – Monday, Aug. 31

Game 4 – Wednesday, Sept. 2

Game 5* – Friday, Sept. 4

Game 6* – Sunday, Sept. 6

Game 7* – Tuesday, Sept. 8

* – Game played if necessary.

The Celtics won three of four games against the Raptors during the regular season.

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