Boston Celtics at Philadelphia 76ers Free Pick ATS - Odds - Expert Preview

Boston Celtics at Philadelphia 76ers Free Pick ATS - Odds - Expert Preview

Cliff Knox
Date: February 25, 8:30 pm
Location: Wells Fargo Center
TV: NBA TV

Betting Odds

Point Spread: Celtics -1.5
Total: 226.5

<p>On February 25, 2023, the Boston Celtics will face off against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center. The 76ers are currently slight underdogs, with a spread of +1.5 and an over/under of +229.</p>
<h2>Boston Celtics' Last Game </h2>
<p>In their last game, the Boston Celtics won a high-scoring affair against the Indiana Pacers, 142-138. They covered the -8 spread, and the total went over the set line of 233. The Celtics had a solid shooting night, shooting 51.52% from the field and an impressive 84.62% from the free-throw line.</p>
<h2>Philadelphia 76ers' Last Game </h2>
<p>The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 110-105 in their last game, covering the -3 spread. The total went under the set line of 232. The 76ers had a decent shooting night, shooting 40.48% from the field and 80.56% from the free-throw line.</p>
<h2>Power Stats </h2>
<h3>Assists-to-Turnovers Ratio </h3>
<p>In terms of power stats, the Boston Celtics have a slight advantage in assists-to-turnovers ratio, with a ratio of 2.04 compared to the 76ers' 1.93. This means that the Celtics are better at taking care of the ball and making smart plays, which could be an advantage for them in this game.</p>
<h3>Rebounding </h3>
<p>When it comes to rebounding, the Boston Celtics have the advantage, with an average of 45.18 rebounds per game compared to the 76ers' 40.58. The Celtics are particularly strong on the defensive end, where they average 35.53 rebounds per game.</p>
<h3>Shooting Percentage Differential </h3>
<p>In terms of shooting percentage differential, the Philadelphia 76ers have the advantage, with a differential of 1.1 compared to the Celtics' 0.8. This means that the 76ers are better at converting their shots and preventing their opponents from doing the same.</p>
<h2>Betting Trends </h2>
<p>The Philadelphia 76ers have been performing well in their recent games, with a 5-0 record against the spread (ATS) and a perfect 5-0 record in straight up (SU) wins. They have also seen the total score go over in 15 of their last 23 games. When playing at home, Philadelphia has been particularly strong, with a 5-0 record ATS and a 5-0 record SU. The total score has gone over in 11 of their last 14 home games. In their previous matches against the Boston Celtics, the 76ers have a 7-3 record ATS and a 2-4 record SU. When playing at home against the Celtics, Philadelphia has a 4-1 record ATS and a 6-3 record SU. The total score has gone over in 4 of their last 5 home games against Boston.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, the Boston Celtics have also been performing well in their recent games, with a 6-1 record ATS and a 6-1 record SU. They have also seen the total score go over in all of their last 5 games. When playing on the road, Boston has a 2-4 record ATS and an 8-3 record SU. However, they have seen the total score go under in 17 of their last 24 road games. When playing against the Philadelphia 76ers, Boston has a 3-7 record ATS and a 4-2 record SU. When playing on the road against Philadelphia, Boston has a 1-4 record ATS and a 3-6 record SU. The total score has gone over in 4 of their last 5 road games against Philadelphia.</p>
<h2>Injury Report </h2>
<p>Boston Celtics: M. Kabengele (C) is questionable for the game due to personal reasons. D. Gallinari (SF) is out for the season due to a knee injury.</p>
<p>Philadelphia 76ers: D. Dedmon (C) is out for the game due to left hip tightness.</p>

Celtics at 76ers Pick ATS 02/25/23

The Boston Celtics are in excellent form, winning six out of their last seven games, with their only loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia 76ers have also been playing well have winning five straight games.The Celtics have an advantage in assists-to-turnovers ratio and rebounding, while the 76ers have the edge in shooting percentage differential. The injury to D. Dedmon could also be a significant factor in the outcome of the game. Overall, it should be a closely contested game, but I'm banking on the Celtics to prevail and get the cover.

Free Pick: Take the Celtics -1.5
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