76ers vs. Celtics Prediction & Odds
The third-seeded Philadelphia 76ers head to Boston to take on the 2nd-seeded Celtics on TNT Tuesday night at 7:30 PM ET in Game 5 of the second round of the NBA playoffs.
Can the 76ers cover the 7.5-point spread as road underdogs?
The series is tied 2-2.
The Philadelphia 76ers went 54-28 in the regular season. They are 6-2 in the playoffs this season. The 76ers are 52-36-2 ATS on the year.
The Boston Celtics went 57-25 in the regular season. They are 6-4 in the playoffs so far. The Celtics are 52-40 ATS on the year.
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
545 Philadelphia 76ers (+7.5) at 546 Boston Celtics (-7.5); O/U 213.5
7:30 PM ET, Tuesday, May 9, 2023
TD Garden, Boston, MA
76ers vs. Celtics Public Betting Information
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 52% of public bettors are currently backing the Celtics -7.5 in this contest. Note that these numbers are subject to change, so be sure to check the link to receive the most up-to-date public betting data.
Philadelphia 76ers DFS Spin
Philadelphia center Joel Embiid is officially listed as questionable for Tuesday night’s tilt with Boston due to a right knee sprain. It’s worth noting that he was questionable for Games 2, 3, and 4 and was able to suit up for those contests, so he’ll likely be good to go for Game 5. In 6 postseason games, Embiid is leading the 76ers in scoring with 23.2 points per game.
Sixers shooting guard De’Anthony Melton could be an X-factor on Tuesday. Melton is averaging 9.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, 1.4 steals, and 2.3 made three-pointers per game in the playoffs so far. He’ll likely have some open looks on Tuesday, making him valuable in most DFS formats.
Boston Celtics DFS Spin
Boston small forward Jayson Tatum is leading the team in scoring with 26 points per game in the playoffs thus far. In addition to his scoring, Tatum offers contributions in rebounds (10.6 per game), assists (5.1 per game), blocks (1.4 per game), and three-pointers (2.9 per game). Tatum won’t come cheap in DFS but he may be worth it on Tuesday.
Celtics point guard Marcus Smart is stuffing the stat sheet this postseason. The Oklahoma State alum is posting 16.3 points, 5.1 assists, 4 rebounds, 1.3 steals, and 2.3 made three-pointers per game. Smart has shot much better at home this season (+3.4% on field goals and +5.2% on threes) and that makes him worth a look in most DFS formats on Tuesday.
76ers vs. Celtics NBA Betting Trends
Philadelphia is 5-1-1 ATS in their last 7 games following an outright win.
Philadelphia is 4-1-1 ATS in their last 6 games following an ATS win.
Philadelphia is 4-1-1 ATS in their last 6 road games.
Philadelphia is 7-2-1 ATS in their last 10 games overall.
76ers vs. Celtics NBA Prediction
The Sixers proved something in their Game 4 overtime win on Sunday afternoon. They absolutely had to have that game, and James Harden made a go-ahead three to give them the lead and eventual win. Philadelphia went from looking like they didn’t belong on the same court with the Celtics to evening up the series at 2-2. I think that win could prove pivotal for the Sixers in this series. Philly has been good on the road of late against good teams as they are 4-1-1 ATS in their last 6 road games against a team with a winning home record. The Sixers are also 7-2-1 ATS in their last 10 games against a team with a winning straight-up record. I think the 76ers are able to keep this game close right up until the end. I’ll take Philly and the points on the road on Tuesday night.
NBA BETTING PREDICTION: PHILADELPHIA 76ERS +7.5
