Boston Celtics vs Philadelphia 76ers Prediction: Boston Cannot Suffer a Second Home Defeat

Prediction for the NBA Boston Celtics vs Philadelphia 76ers match which will take place on May 4th. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available. 

In the first game, the Celtics attacked well, although they made many mistakes – 26 assists, almost 40% of three-point attempts, and 69.4% of two-pointers. Boston allowed the opponent to score 44.7% of three–pointers and missed 119 points - 115:119. The Celtics must improve the three-point arc defense to succeed in the series. And this will be quite enough because Boston has a lot of attacking performers. Following the results of the first match, Jayson Tatum scored 39 points, Jaylen Brown scored 23, and Malcolm Brogdon scored 20 from the bench.

The reason for Philadelphia's victory in the first game was the excellent work of James Harden. He scored 45 points, setting a personal best for points scored in a playoff game. Another defender, Tyrese Maxey, who scored 26 points and four interceptions, also helped the team noticeably. The Seventh Sixers have won a decisive victory, but it is clear that the series is just beginning, and the fight is still ahead.

To win the first match, Philadelphia needed to realize almost half of the three-point shots, and James Harden set a personal record in the playoffs for points scored. The 76ers are likely to be able to attack at a different level for the second game in a row. As for Boston, Joe Mazzulla's team, having allowed 16 losses in the first game, will undoubtedly play much more carefully in the second game. All this suggests that the upcoming match could be less productive. Also, we are betting on Boston, which cannot suffer a second home defeat in a row.