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Feb 27, 2024, 5:25 am ET in NBA
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76ers vs Celtics Predictions: Celtics Favored, Philly Aims for Upset

In a highly anticipated Eastern Conference clash tonight, the Boston Celtics (45-12) look to extend their eight-game winning streak when they host their Atlantic Division rivals, the Philadelphia 76ers (33-24), at TD Garden. In this 76ers vs Celtics predictions, we will try to give you the best preview of the match for your betting win.
Riding an eight-game winning streak and boasting the best record in the East, the Celtics are heavy favorites by 12.5 points. However, the 76ers, despite missing key players due to injury, will be looking to pull off an upset and climb further up the Eastern ladder. With an over/under line set at 229.5, this highly anticipated NBA matchup today promises an exciting night of basketball.

76ers vs Celtics Predictions: Betting Preview

Philadelphia 76ers

As the 76ers look to bounce back from a 119-98 loss to the Bucks, they are 12.5-point underdogs against the Celtics. This season, the 76ers have gone 5-13 as the underdog and have failed to cover the spread in their last two games as the favorite.

Philadelphia is 33-24 this season, which has them in 5th place in the NBA current standings. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 22-16 and 5-5 in their division.

On the road, the 76ers have an average scoring margin of +2.8 points per game. They are 15-11 on the road this season and have won three straight games on the road. Against the spread, they are 16-10 on the road.

The 76ers have hit the under in their last four games, and this season, their games have averaged 231 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 229.5, and this season, the average O/U line in their games is 231.1.

In terms of scoring, the 76ers are 12th in the NBA at 117.3 points per game. On the road, they are 8th in the league at 117.5 points per game.

So far this season, the 76ers have outscored the NBA scoring average in 54.4% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 16th in the league at 98.4 possessions per game.

When it comes to shooting, Philadelphia is 18th in field goal percentage at 47%. They are also 22nd in two-point shooting at 53%.

On the season, the 76ers defense is giving up 113.7 points per game, which is 14th in the NBA. In their last five games, they have been slightly better, giving up 111.2 points per game, which is 14th over that span.

One area where Philadelphia has excelled defensively this season is in steals, as they are first in the league at 8.6 steals per game. They are also 8th in the NBA team rankings in blocked shots, at 5.8 per game.

When it comes to defending the three-point line, the 76ers have been very good, allowing opponents to shoot just 35.1% from beyond the arc, which is 6th in the league. Overall, opponents shoot 47.4% against them, ranking them 16th in field goal percentage allowed.

Boston Celtics

Boston comes into 76ers vs Celtics predictions as the heavy favorite at -12.5. This season, bookmakers have favored the Celtics in 54 of their 57 games, and they have compiled a 43-11 record in those contests. Their average scoring margin as the favorite is +10.8 points per game.

Against the spread, Boston has covered the spread in three straight games and has an overall ATS record of 26-28. At home, they are 14-14 ATS, while going 12-14 ATS on the road.

In their most recent game, the Celtics defeated the Knicks by a score of 116-102. In the NBA betting odds, they were favored by 6 points in that game and easily covered the spread. The O/U line for that game was 224.5.

This season, the Celtics have an O/U record of 28-29 and their games have averaged 231.2 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 229.5, which is slightly lower than their season average of 231 points per game.

Boston is currently in 1st place in the Eastern Conference with a record of 45-12. In non-conference games, they are 13-6 and 32-6 against other Eastern Conference teams.

The Celtics have been one of the NBA’s most potent offenses this season, ranking 5th in scoring at 120.7 points per game. At home, they are averaging 122.6 points per game. Overall, they have outscored the NBA scoring average in 71.9% of their games.

Their three-point shooting fuels Boston’s offense, leading the league with an average of 16.3 three-pointers made per game. Overall, they are shooting 38% from beyond the arc. In terms of pace, the Celtics are 19th in the league at 98.2 possessions per game.

When it comes to two-point shooting, the Celtics are 3rd in the NBA at 57%. However, they are just 29th in two-pointers made per game. Overall, Boston is shooting 48% from the field, which is 11th in the league.

Coming into tonight’s game, the Celtics are 5th in the NBA in points allowed per game at 110.4. They are also the top rebounding team in the league at 46.9 per game.

Over their last five games, the Celtics are 3rd in the NBA in points allowed at 103.2. During that stretch, opponents are shooting just 44.2% from the field and 35.5% from three.

On the season, Boston is 1st in made free throws allowed per game at 18.9. Undoubtedly, the Celtics have been able to swim through the NBA schedule very well, and have established themselves as one of the favorite teams for the basketball throne.

76ers vs Celtics Odds

  • Moneyline: PHI +557 | BOS -825
  • Spread: PHI +12.5 | BOS -12.5
  • Total: 229.5

Betting Picks

  • Over/Under: Over 229.5 -107
  • Moneyline: Celtics -825
  • ATS: Celtics -12.5

76ers vs Celtics Game Information

  • Game: Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics
  • Location: TD Garden, Boston MA
  • Date: Tuesday, February 27th 7:30 ET
  • LiveStream: LiveSports.watch

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