The 2022-2023 NBA regular season will tip-off with a matchup between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Boston Celtics from the TD Garden. The 76ers (51-31) are led by dominant C Joel Embiid and are looking for their first trip to the Eastern Conference Finals in more than two decades. Last time out, Philadelphia forced 24 turnovers during a 99-94 home victory versus Charlotte.'
All-Star C Joel Embiid tallied a game-high 19 points on 8-for-17 shooting and pulled down six boards. James Harden chipped in 17 points and five assists for the 76ers, who finished the preseason undefeated.
The Boston Celtics are fresh off an NBA Finals appearance and will have to repeat without suspended head coach Ime Udoka (personal). On Saturday, Boston went to overtime with Toronto before failing by a 137-134 final score. The Celtics (51-31) were outrebounded by a 56-44 margin and knocked down 19-for-54 from the three-point line.'
Derrick White and Jaylen Brown scored 23 points apiece to lead all five Boston starters in double figures. All-Star J Jayson Tatum added 21 points, nine rebounds, and five assists for the Celtics.
Recent Betting Trends
- 76ers are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games playing on 3 or more days rest.
- Celtics are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games overall.
- Under is 8-3 in 76ers last 11 overall.
- Over is 5-2 in Celtics last 7 games playing on 3 or more days rest.
- 76ers are 7-1 ATS in the last 8 meetings.
Free NBA Pick:
Philadelphia 76ers +3.5