The numbers say Boston's got this one in the bag, but don't count out Philadelphia just yet. The 76ers are a high-scoring team, averaging 115.9 points per game, and they'll look to exploit the Celtics' depth with Tyrese Maxey leading the charge. Maxey's been on fire, averaging 28.3 points and 6.6 assists per game, and he's got some favorable matchup leverage against a Celtics team that's struggled to contain opposing guards. Still, Boston's got the home-court advantage, and Jayson Brown's been unstoppable at TD Garden, where the Celtics are 30-11 this season.
The Celtics' bench has been a major factor in their success, and with Philadelphia missing Joel Embiid and possibly Jalen Broome, Boston's got a clear advantage in the frontcourt. Derrick White's status is uncertain, but even if he's out, the Celtics have shown they can adapt. With a 10.5-point spread and a total of 214.5, this one's shaping up to be a high-scoring affair. Will the 76ers pull off the upset, or will Boston's depth prove too much? Make your pick or join the conversation on StreakChat.