The Philadelphia 76ers face the Boston Celtics in Game 2 of the NBA playoffs on April 21. The Celtics won Game 1 decisively, 123-91, with standout performances from Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum.
Key points
76ers play Celtics in Game 2 of NBA playoffs
Celtics won Game 1 123-91
Jaylen Brown scored 26 points for Celtics
Tyrese Maxey led 76ers with 21 points
76ers struggled with shooting percentages
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76ers vs Celtics NBA Playoff Game 2 Prediction: Odds, recent stats, trends and best bets for April 21
Boston took Game 1 in dominant fashion, winning 123-91. The Celtics went up by 15 points in the first quarter and never looked back. Jaylen Brown led the game in scoring with 26 points, while Jayson Tatum double-doubled with 25 points and 11 rebounds.
Philadelphia was led by Tyrese Maxey's 21 points, while Paul George poured in 17, and VJ Edgecombe scored 13. The 76ers shot 39% from the field and 17% from the three-point line (4/23). Nobody made more than one three-pointer for the 76ers, something that cannot continue for Game 2 in Boston.
Lets take a closer look at tonightâs matchup and take into consideration lineups, injuries, and other factors affecting the line and total.
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Q&A
What were the final scores of the 76ers vs Celtics Game 1?
The Boston Celtics won Game 1 against the Philadelphia 76ers with a score of 123-91.
Who were the top scorers in the 76ers vs Celtics Game 1?
Jaylen Brown led the Celtics with 26 points, while Tyrese Maxey was the top scorer for the 76ers with 21 points.
What are the betting odds for the 76ers vs Celtics Game 2?
The article provides predictions and best bets for Game 2, including the latest betting odds.
How did the 76ers perform in Game 1 against the Celtics?
The 76ers shot 39% from the field and only 17% from the three-point line, struggling significantly in their performance.
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Game Odds: 76ers vs. Celtics
The latest odds as of Tuesday courtesy ofDraftKings:
Moneyline: Boston Celtics (-850), Philadelphia 76ers (+575)
Spread: Celtics -14.5
Total: 217.5 points
This game opened Celtics -12.5 with the Total set at 218.5.
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Important stats, trends and insights: 76ers vs. Celtics
Boston is an NBA-best 50-33 ATS
Boston is an NBA-best 50-33 to the Under
Boston is 26-16 to the Under at home
Boston is 24-18 ATS at home
Philadelphia is 44-40 ATS
Philadelphia is 24-18 ATS as the road team, ranking second-best
Philadelphia is 43-41 to the Under
Philadelphia is 21-21 to the Under as the road team
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Spread: Rotoworld Bet is leaning towards a play on the Celtics -14.5 ATS
Total: Rotoworld Bet is leaning towards a play on the Game Total OVER 217.5
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