The Philadelphia 76ers won Game 2 of their first-round playoff series against the Boston Celtics. They will meet for Game 3 on Friday in Philadelphia.
The Celtics have been led by Jaylen Brown so far this postseason, with him averaging 31.0 points, 5.5 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game. Jayson Tatum has also been productive, recording 22.0 ppg, 12.5 rpg and 8.0 apg.
The 76ers, meanwhile, have relied on Tyrese Maxey, who is averaging 25.0 ppg and 8.5 apg. Rookie VJ Edgecombe has also been productive in his first playoff series, recording 21.5 ppg, 6.5 rpg and 2.5 apg.
Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers Game Details
Game 3 of the 76ers-Celtics’ first-round NBA playoff series will tip off on Friday at 7 p.m. ET. Fans can catch the action live on Amazon Prime Video. The game will take place at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia.
Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers Odds
Moneyline: 76ers (+230) vs. Celtics (-285)
Spread: 76ers (+6.5) vs. Celtics (-6.5)
Total (O/U): 76ers (o215.5) -110 vs. Celtics (u215.5) -110
Note: Odds are accurate at the time of writing but are subject to change closer to tipoff.
Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers Preview
Despite the series being tied at 1-1, the Boston Celtics have been in control. They dominated Game 1, recording a 123-91 win to take an early lead in the series. Game 2 also started well, with the Celtics building an early 13-point lead, but the 76ers caught up.
Philadelphia approached the second game in this series with greater intensity and displayed far better 3-point shooting, resulting in a road win at TD Garden despite a 36-point game from Jaylen Brown.
If the 76ers can continue building on their performance from Game 2, tighten up on defense and continue converting their open looks, this series could end up being more competitive than it looks on paper.
Celtics vs. 76ers Injury Report
76ers
The 76ers have two players on their injury report for Friday’s game. Joel Embiid is listed as doubtful as he continues to recover from an appendectomy. Meanwhile, Tyrese Maxey is listed as available.
Celtics
The Celtics do not have any injuries to report for Friday’s game against the 76ers.
Celtics vs. 76ers Starting Lineups
76ers
G: Tyrese Maxey | G: VJ Edgecombe | F: Kelly Oubre Jr. | F: Paul George | C: Adem Bona
Celtics
G: Derrick White | G: Jaylen Brown | F: Sam Hauser | F: Jayson Tatum | C: Neemias Queta
Celtics vs. 76ers Prediction
The bookmakers have the Celtics as heavy favorites to win Game 3 against the 76ers. Boston had no answer for VJ Edgecombe’s 30-point performance in Game 2, but could see the odds tip in their favor in the next matchup with Joel Embiid being listed as doubtful.
Our prediction: The Celtics to win.
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