Brandon Lee

Jan 18 '18, 7:05 PM in 13m
NBA | 76ers vs Celtics
Play on: 76ers +5 -108 at 5Dimes

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I'm willing to take a shot here with the 76ers on the road catching a decent number here against the Celtics in Thursday's TNT showdown. Not only does Philadelphia have short-term revenge, having just lost to Boston in London last week, but they have lost all 3 meetings so far this season. I think the motivation edge here clearly favors the 76ers.
Boston might also be without two key pieces, as Kyrie Irving is listed as questionable with a shoulder injury and Marcus Smart is questionable with an illness. I think given where the Celtics are in the standings and a big 4-game west coast trip looming, it would make sense for them to be cautious and not push either of these guys. If Irving doesn't play, this could get ugly. Note when he sat out last month's home game against Chicago, Boston proceeded to lose 85-108. Even if he does play, I think the 76ers are more than capable of winning this game and at least keeping it close enough to cover. Give me Philadelphia +5!