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(NBA) Boston vs. Philadelphia,
Point Spread: 8.50 | -107.00 Philadelphia (Home)
Result: Loss
We know Boston can score but we also know Boston can allow a lot of points. The Celtics are a road favorite of over 8 points for the first time in over 1 year. The Celtics are 1-5 SU/ATS on the road their last 6 games and the win was by 2 points with the cover by ½ point. While Philly is 6-38 this year they are a respectable 5-8 SU their last 13 games and 9-4 ATS including five straight covers and playing their best ball of the season. The reason for their recent success is that their defense is playing very well as they held Orlando, NY, Portland, Chicago and Cleveland to an average of under 42% shooting. I like the home underdog 76ers here on Sunday evening.