76ers vs. Celtics Prediction & Odds for NBA Christmas Day

In the third game of this year’s NBA slate on Christmas Day, the Boston Celtics will host the Philadelphia 76ers at 5 p.m. ET on Wednesday in the TD Garden.

The Celtics are nearly double-digit favorites in a matchup where they should flex their muscles as the best team in basketball. But will the 76ers keep things close on Wednesday?

Here is a look at the latest 76ers vs. Celtics NBA odds and my best bet for Christmas Day:

76ers vs. Celtics Odds, Dec. 25

• Point spread: Celtics -9.5
• Moneyline: 76ers +325/Celtics -400
• Total: 222.5

76ers vs. Celtics Prediction – Friday, Dec. 25

Based on the latest NBA betting lines, my favorite 76ers vs. Celtics prediction would be Boston’s moneyline value (-400) as part of a parlay on Christmas Day.

Until player prop markets become available for these games, I don’t have an edge on the 76ers vs. Celtics matchup. So I’d prefer to use Boston’s moneyline value as a leg in a parlay with my favorite picks for Christmas Day.

For example, a parlay of the Celtics’ moneyline and Lakers’ moneyline would be +218 for both teams to win their respective game on Wednesday.

That’s how I’d prefer to play this game for now, as I expect Boston to take care of business.

Prediction: Celtics Moneyline (-400)

76ers’ Record on Christmas Day

The 76ers are 19-15 all-time in 34 games on Christmas Day.

Philadelphia suffered a 119-113 loss to Miami last year.

Celtics’ Record on Christmas Day

The Celtics have played 37 games on Christmas Day, posting a 17-20 overall record.

Boston has won back-to-back games on this holiday.