Philadelphia 76ers @ Boston Celtics Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 3/6/2025 7:30 PM EST

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Philadelphia 76ers @ Boston Celtics Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Boston Celtics: -835 at BetRivers
Philadelphia 76ers: +650 at Caesars
Best Spread Odds: Boston Celtics -13.5 (-115) at ESPN BET
Best Total Odds: Over 220.5 (-112) at FanDuel, Under 221.5 (-113) at BetRivers

Game Info

Date: March 6, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM EST
Location: TD Garden, Boston, Massachusetts
TV: TNT/Max

Philadelphia 76ers @ Boston Celtics Preview

The Boston Celtics (44-18) are hosting the Philadelphia 76ers (21-40) in what appears to be a lopsided matchup. The Celtics are in second place in the Eastern Conference and have been dominant at home with a 24-7 record. They boast a potent offense averaging 117.0 points per game (6th in the league) and a stifling defense allowing just 108.4 points per game (3rd in the league). Meanwhile, the 76ers are struggling, sitting in 12th place in the East, with a 10-19 road record and a point differential of -4.7.

Boston enters this game on a high note, having won 12 of their last 15 games, including a 128-118 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. The 76ers, on the other hand, have lost 11 of their last 12 games, with their defense allowing 119+ points in four of their last five contests. Injuries to key players like Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey have further hampered Philadelphia's chances.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

In their last five meetings, the Celtics have dominated the 76ers, winning four of those matchups. The most recent encounter on February 21, 2025, saw Boston secure a commanding 124-104 victory. The Celtics have consistently outperformed the 76ers on both ends of the court, with their largest margin of victory being a 139-89 blowout in October 2024. Philadelphia's lone win in this stretch came on December 26, 2024, when they edged Boston 118-114.

Pick: Boston Celtics -13.5

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The Celtics are the clear favorites in this matchup, and for good reason. Boston has been dominant at home and has covered the spread in seven of their last 10 games. Philadelphia, on the other hand, has struggled mightily against the spread, going 2-11 ATS in their last 13 games. With Boston's elite defense and high-powered offense, they should have no trouble covering the -13.5 spread. Expect the Celtics to control the pace and put this game away early.

Top Player Prop Picks

Jayson Tatum Over 8.5 Rebounds (-135)

Tatum has been a rebounding machine at home, hitting the over on 8.5 rebounds in four straight games. With Philadelphia's struggles on the boards (30th in total rebounds), Tatum is well-positioned to dominate in this category.

Jaylen Brown Over 23.5 Points (-115)

Brown has been a consistent scoring threat, averaging 23.1 points per game this season. Against Philadelphia's weak perimeter defense, he should have plenty of opportunities to exceed this line.

Kelly Oubre Jr. Under 15.5 Points (-120)

Oubre has been inconsistent offensively and faces a tough matchup against Boston's disciplined defense. With the Celtics allowing just 108.4 points per game, Oubre is unlikely to have a big scoring night.

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