In what is arguably their biggest game of the regular season so far, the number one seed Boston Celtics take on the number three seed Philadelphia 76ers who are on a 5-game win streak. Tip-off at Wells Fargo Center is scheduled for 8.30 pm on ABC, I've prepared a Same Game Parlay to spice things up a little.
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Let's dive into my SGP bet now!
Philadelphia 76ers 1 – 10 Win Margin (+195)
One team has been a mystery for these Philadelphia 76ers and that is their Atlantic Division rivals Boston Celtics. The last 3 meetings have gone the Celtics' way, 2 of which were played earlier this season in Boston. But, with the regular season series now shifting to Philadelphia I think this is the Sixers' best chance in a while to beat this team. They are on a 5-game win streak following their win over Memphis 2 days ago, plus they've gone 7-1 SU in their last 8 at home. Joel Embiid is no longer bothered by the foot injury which has caused him problems earlier in the season, while James Harden is putting up 20 and 10 on a nightly basis. Even the role players are stepping up for Philly and they just look like a well oiled machine right now. Boston is also on a solid run of 6 wins in 7 games, but they've covered the spread just 3 times in the last 10 meetings with Philly. Jaylen Brown is currently wearing a mask to protect his face after an injury sustained a cou ple of weeks ago, 'that could potentially slow him down here. You won't find many flaws in this Celtics squad right now, but I think home court advantage should give Philly the edge here in a tight contest.