76ers vs. Celtics Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 02th, 2025

Arena and City where 76ers vs. Celtics will be playing

The 76ers and Celtics will tip-off on February 02th, 2025, in an NBA game in Philadelphia, PA at Wells Fargo Center, and be sure to check out the picks and predictions to win with your bets.

Introduction to the 76ers vs. Celtics betting tip and prediction

The Eastern Conference showdown is scheduled for February 02th, 2025, kicking off at 17:00. The 76ers enters as 11 point underdogs in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the 76ers won, 117-99. The over/under for the upcoming game is 222 points.

In the 2024-2025 basketball season, the importance of the 3-point shot to the game is widely recognized. Let's take a closer look at how teams are faring from long distance. The 76ers are currently shooting 35.1% from beyond the arc, showcasing their accuracy in 3-point shooting. Conversely, the Celtics are converting 36.5% of their shots from long range, underscoring their proficiency in this aspect. The 76ers are attempting 42% of their shots from behind the 3-point line, while the Celtics are choosing to take 53% of their field goal attempts from 3-point range.

Philadelphia 76ers

How are the 76ers playing this season?

The 76ers comes into this game with a 19-28 record, and they are currently 11th in the Eastern Conference standings. The 76ers are 4-6 in their last 10 games.

Did the 76ers win their most recent game?

No, 76ers fell to the Nuggets, 137-134. Tyrese Maxey scored 32 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the 76ers

The leading scorer for the 76ers this season is Tyrese Maxey, who is averaging 27.5 points per game. Maxey also is the team leader in minutes played per game with 37.9. In the last game, he scored 62.5 points in DraftKings and 58.9 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the 76ers

Coming into the February 02th, 2025 contest, Joel Embiid leads the 76ers with 7.9 rebounds per game Tyrese Maxey has a team-high 6.1 assists per game. He scored 62.5 DraftKings points and 58.9 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the 76ers is Tyrese Maxey (1.9 steals per game). He has 62.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 58.9 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Joel Embiid is leading the way for the 76ers with 1 blocks per game

76ers Team Analysis

The 76ers' point differential this season is -3.6 points per game, which ranks 23rd in the NBA. They are averaging 109 points per game while allowing 112.6 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the 76ers are making 12.8 shots per game, which ranks 20th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the 76ers are making 18.1 per game, which ranks 6th in the NBA.

Projected 76ers Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Celtics, the 76ers' starting lineup consisted of Paul Reed, Nicolas Batum, Tobias Harris, Buddy Hield and Tyrese Maxey.

Boston Celtics

How are the Celtics playing this season?

The Celtics head this game with a 34-15 record, and they are currently 2nd in the Eastern Conference standings. The Celtics are 6-4 in their last 10 games.

Did the Celtics win their most recent game?

Yes, Celtics defeated the Pelicans, 118-116. Jaylen Brown scored 31 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Celtics

The leading scorer for the Celtics this season is Jayson Tatum, who is averaging 26.7 points per game. Jayson Tatum also leads the team in minutes played per game with 36.34. In the last game, scored 52.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 47.2 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Celtics

Jayson Tatum is leading the way with 8.9 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 52.5 points in DraftKings and 47.2 in FanDuel. Jayson Tatum is dishing out a team-high 5.5 assists per game. He has 52.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 47.2 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Celtics' leader is Jayson Tatum with 1.2 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 52.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 47.2 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Celtics is Kristaps Porzingis, who is sending back 1.5 shots per game. He scored 45.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 51 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Celtics Team Analysis

The Celtics' point differential this season is 8.9 points per game, which ranks 3rd in the NBA. They are averaging 117.3 points per game while allowing 108.4 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Celtics are making 17.7 shots per game, which ranks 1st in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Celtics are making 16.5 per game, which ranks 19th in the NBA.

Projected Celtics' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the 76ers, the Celtics' starting five were Kristaps Porzingis, Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Derrick White and Jrue Holiday. For the upcoming matchup, Celtics has the following injury: Anton Watson is out (thigh).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

According to Vegas, it is a toss-up for the 76ers and Celtics game. Although it is a pick’em, the suggestion is to bet at the Celtics.

Money Line betting suggestion

76ers are a 11 money line underdog for the game against the Celtics, and the suggestion is to pick the Celtics.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the 76ers and Celtics is 222 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the 76ers and Celtics have combined for just 9 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.