Betting Odds:

• Spread: Celtics favored by 14 points.
• Over/Under: Total set at 220 points.

Key Storylines:

• Injury Impact: The 76ers are significantly undermanned, missing key players such as Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Kyle Lowry. The Celtics, however, are relatively healthy, with their core lineup intact.​
• Team Form: Boston has been dominant, winning 8 of their last 10 games, while Philadelphia has struggled, losing 11 of their last 12.​
• Season Series: This is the fourth and final meeting between the teams this season, with Boston leading the series 2-1.​

Betting Insights:

• Against the Spread (ATS): The Celtics have been strong ATS recently, while the 76ers have failed to cover in 4 of their last 5 Eastern Conference matchups.​
• Total Points: The under has hit in 4 of the 76ers’ last 5 divisional games, suggesting a potential lean towards the under on the 220-point total.​

Prediction:

Given the 76ers’ injury woes and recent form, the Celtics are expected to cover the 14-point spread. However, considering Philadelphia’s offensive struggles, the under on the total points is also a viable play.