The Celtics announced on Wednesday that a limited amount of playoff tickets for Round 1, home games 1 and 2 at the TD Banknorth Garden will go on sale Friday, April 3 at 10 a.m.  There is a four (4) ticket limit per customer and seats start at just $12 in the Rite Aid Family Section.

Dates and times of home playoff games will be announced following the conclusion of the 2008-09 NBA regular season, and will be posted on www.celtics.com.

Celtics fans will be able to purchase on April 3 beginning at 10 a.m. by visiting Celtics.com, by calling   1-800-4NBA-TIX (800-462-2849) or by visiting the TD Banknorth Garden Box Office. Acceptable forms of payment for tickets are American Express and all other major credit cards and customers may also pay by cash at the TD Banknorth Garden Box Office.

Fans interested in securing private suites for playoff games may do so by calling the Celtics Sales Office at 866-4CELTIX (866-423-5849).  Private suites accommodate 18 fans and catering options are also available.  For more information log on to www.celtics.com.

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