If you’re on the hunt for predictions regarding Celtics vs. 76ers, look no further. The 76ers are hitting the road to challenge the Celtics on Tuesday, Feb 27 at 7:30 ET. Currently, the total is 230.5, with the Celtics being favored by 12. Keep reading to get our Celtics vs. 76ers player props and predictions.
Celtics vs. 76ers Odds
- Spread: Celtics -12
- Total 230.5
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Game Info
- Date: Tuesday, Feb 27
- Time: 7:30 ET
- Location: TD Garden, Boston MA
- TV: TNT
76ers Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the 76ers have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- When looking at their past ten road matchups, Philadelphia has an ATS record of 5-5 while averaging 116 per game. The team went 5-5 overall in these games.
- Through their last three games as the underdog, the 76ers have an ATS record of 2-1 and a straight up mark of 2-1.
Celtics Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Celtics have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- When looking at their past ten home matchups, Boston has an ATS record of 5-4-1 while averaging 118 per game. The team went 8-2 overall in these games.
- Spanning across their last ten games as the betting favorite, the Celtics have gone 4-5-1 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 9-1.
Will Philadelphia Come Through as Road Underdogs?
In their last game, the 76ers lost to the Bucks by a score of 119-98. The combined scoring was well below the O/U line of 235 points.
As the underdog, the 76ers are 5-13 straight-up this season, and they are 8-10 against the spread as the underdog. They have been the underdog in 18 of their 57 games.
Philly’s ATS record for the season is 33-24, and they have covered the spread in three straight road games. On the road, they are 16-10 ATS compared to 17-14 at home.
This season, the 76ers have an O/U record of 31-26, and the under has hit in four straight games. On average, their games have finished with 231 points.
For the season, the 76ers are 33-24 and are currently 5th in the Eastern Conference. Against the East, they are 22-16 and 5-5 against other teams in the Atlantic Division.
When it comes to scoring, the 76ers are averaging 117.3 points per game this season, which is 12th in the NBA. Interestingly, they have actually been better on the road, averaging 117.5 points compared to 117.2 at home.
So far this season, Philadelphia has outscored the NBA scoring average in 54.4% of their games. When it comes to pace, the 76ers are 16th in the league at 98.4 possessions per game.
When it comes to shooting, the 76ers are 18th in the NBA with a field goal percentage of 47%. They have been better inside the arc, ranking 8th in two-point field goals made per game.
Coming into today’s game, the 76ers’ defense is giving up an average of 113.7 points per contest. In their previous matchup vs. the Bucks, the 76ers’ defense struggled, giving up a field goal percentage of 54% leading to 119 points.
Will Boston Find a Way to Win at Home?
Today, the Celtics are favored by 12 points at home against the 76ers. This season, Boston has been favored in 54 of their 57 games and has gone 43-11 in those games. As the favorite, they have a scoring margin of +10.8 points per game.
Boston’s ATS record this season is 26-28, and they have covered the spread in their last three games. At home, they are 14-14 ATS and have an average scoring differential of +13.7 PPG.
The Celtics’ O/U record for the season is 28-29, and their games have averaged 231.2 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 230.5, and their games have averaged 231 points.
In their most recent game, the Celtics defeated the Knicks by a score of 116-102. The O/U line for that game was 224.5, and Boston covered the spread as 6-point favorites.
Boston is currently 1st in the Eastern Conference with a record of 45-12. They have won eight straight games and are 32-6 against other teams in the East.
At home, the Celtics are 6th in the NBA in scoring at 122.6 points per game. Overall, they are 5th in the league at 120.7 points per game. In terms of pace, Boston is 19th at 98.2 possessions per game.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the Celtics are 1st in both attempts (42.6 per game) and makes (16.3 per game). From beyond the arc, they are 4th in the NBA at 38%. In terms of two-point shooting, Boston is 3rd in the league at 57%.
So far this season, the Celtics have outscored the NBA scoring average in 71.9% of their games. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 11th in the league at 48%. In terms of assists, Boston is 19th at 26.2 per game.
At present, the Celtics’ defense is ranked 5th, allowing 110.4 points per game. For the season, Boston is ranked 29th in fewest fouls per game. Team’s are averaging 18.9 free-throws per game vs. the Celtics and have an overall field goal percentage of 44.9%.
Celtics vs. 76ers Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Jayson Tatum and his points prop of 25.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -125 while the under is at -109. Our projections have Jayson Tatum going 9/19 from the field on his way to 26 points. Our recommended bet is take the over on his prop bet with a payout of -125.
- The Prop: Jayson Tatum Over 25.5 Points (-125)
Celtics vs. 76ers Predictions
The Celtics is our pick to not only win with a projected score of 142-117. But we also favor them to cover the spread. Our bet is on the Celtics at -12.
As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 230.5, and our model projects the 76ers and Celtics to reach a combined total of 259 points. Our bet is on taking the over.
The Pick: Celtics -12 | at Fanduel Sportsbook