76ers vs Celtics Predictions, Picks, Odds for NBA Playoffs Game 1
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Key Points:
- The Philadelphia 76ers (45-37) face the Boston Celtics (56-26) in Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs first round today at 1:00 p.m. ET from TD Garden, with the Celtics favored by 13.5 points and -700 on the moneyline.
- Jayson Tatum is projected to have a strong rebounding performance, with a recommendation to bet on him recording over 9.5 rebounds, backed by his recent average of 10.8 rebounds per game in the last 13 regular-season games.
- The Celtics have a significant rebounding advantage, ranking as a top-five defensive rebounding team, while the 76ers are average, especially without Joel Embiid, who is out for Game 1.
- Tatum's postseason rebounding averages have historically increased, averaging 10.2 rebounds per game over the last two playoff runs, making higher alternate lines of 12+ and 14+ rebounds attractive betting options.
- The 76ers’ lack of an elite rebounder, especially with Embiid out and doubts about Andre Drummond’s playing time, further supports the expectation that Tatum will dominate the boards in this matchup.
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