76ers vs. Celtics Prediction & Odds
The NBA regular season tips off at 7:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday night when the Celtics host the 76ers from TD Garden in Boston. The Sixers are catching 2.5 points as a road underdog but are they the smart play tonight?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
501 Philadelphia 76ers (+2.5) at 502 Boston Celtics (-2.5); o/u 216
7:30 p.m. ET, Tuesday, October 18, 2022
TD Garden, Boston, MA
76ers vs. Celtics Public Betting Information
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 70% of public bettors are currently backing the 76ers when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Philadelphia 76ers DFS Spin
Joel Embiid looked solid in Wednesday’s preseason action, scoring 19 points with six rebounds and one block in 23 minutes. Embiid did collide with P.J. Tucker tonight and was briefly holding his head, but the big man walked away unscathed. If he can stay healthy, Embiid will almost certainly be in the MVP mix for what could be his best season yet.
Boston Celtics DFS Spin
Derrick White had another terrific showing in Friday’s preseason finale, finishing with 23 points, three rebounds, two assists, one steal and five triples. White has been starting all preseason and it’s safe to assume he’ll get the nod on opening night with Robert Williams (knee) sidelined for months. White’s fantasy upside is solid, even in a low-usage role, so he has worked his way into late-round territory for fantasy drafts this weekend.
76ers vs. Celtics Betting Trends
Under is 5-1 in the last 6 meetings in Boston
76ers are 7-1 ATS in the last 8 meetings
Under is 8-3 in 76ers last 11 overall
76ers vs. Celtics Prediction:
The Celtics are 4-0 against the spread dating back to last season when they allowed more than 125 points in their previous game, are 8-2 against the number in their last 10 games following an ATS loss and are 6-2 at the betting window in their last eight games after scoring more than 125 points in their previous contest. They’re also 23-11-3 against the spread in their last 37 games playing on three or more days of rest and are 18-8-1 against the number in their last 27 games after scoring 100 points or more in their previous contest.
NBA BETTING PREDICTION: BOSTON CELTICS -2.5