It is true that some of the Boston Celtics players have not been up for the task over the last few games. Game 5 was the first in the series where it looked like Philly was in control from start to finish and did not want to go home. The NBA team stats were impressive from the beginning until the end. Payton Pritchard got some run, which is great for his fans. But it also means that Joe Mazzulla has pressed the panic button as the team is watching its season go to the brink.
It’s easy to watch Philadelphia 76ers games because of the depth they have within their starting unit. All of the NBA player stats have been looking solid, even for PJ Tucker, taking a few shots a game. Of the night’s NBA matchups, this is the first of two that can come to their end. NBA playoffs odds are always different from that of the regular season, but make sure to keep your eyes peeled on this one.
Celtics vs 76ers odds in the next section, folks.
Boston Celtics vs Philadelphia 76ers Odds
Despite being the road team, Boston is still coming in as the favored team. Celtics -2.5 is the spread on the morning of the game, and it certainly comes as a bit of a shocker. NBA odds can do that to you. The over/under for the contest is a low 212.5. It’s worth keeping in mind that both games on Wednesday featured the over hitting. As for the moneylines, it is Boston -140, and Philadelphia +116.
Keep your eyes as there’s a deeper dive into the Celtics vs 76ers odds.
Boston Celtics vs Philadelphia 76ers Information
Boston Celtics vs Philadelphia 76ers
Location of the game: Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA
Date & Time: Thursday, May 11 at 7:30 PM ET
How to watch: ESPN
Boston Celtics vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Preview
Boston Celtics
It’s been a good season for the Boston Celtics, and nobody can argue with that. And just like a year ago, they are facing a very tough round two opponent. Milwaukee was without Khris Middleton, so when they got to game 7, they knew just how to take care of business. This time through, though, the opponent is fully healthy. Boston has the size, and they have two All-NBA additions in 2023 in the form of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown.
Most teams fear having the Celtics on the NBA schedule for a given night, but Philly is not one of those teams. They have to step up and be good. They went 25-16 away from home this season.
Philadelphia 76ers
Things could not be better for Philly at the moment. Tyrese Maxey dropped 30 points in the game 5 win, in which they led nearly wire-to-wire over the final three quarters. In limited action due to foul trouble, Tobias Harris had his third double-double of the postseason. And they got double-digit points from Danuel House Jr., who had been accruing a lot of time out of the rotation. Not to mention what James Harden and MVP Joel Embiid have been able to do.
As a final projection is made on Celtics vs 76ers odds, keep in mind that it’s been 23 years for Philly without a conference finals trip. This is a big night for them. They need to be ready.
Boston Celtics vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Picks
76ERS +116: As the All-American Rejects once said: “It ends tonight.” A hit song back in the late-2000’s sums up well what is going to go down in this game. Philadelphia is too hungry to go back now. Their meal is on the way. The only chance to actually enjoy it is to come out strong. And with their personnel, that will be no issue. 76ers in six.
UNDER 212.5: Defense is the name of the game. The overs hit last night, but this time around, it’s all about the unders. The rim protection will guide both teams into a lower-scoring affair.
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