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The Boston Celtics (36-36, 0-1) are 9.5-point underdogs heading into Game 2 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs against the Brooklyn Nets (48-24, 1-0) at Barclays Center on Tuesday, starting at 7:30 PM ET on TNT. The Nets hold a 1-0 lead in the series. The matchup's point total is 227.5.
BetMGM NBA Betting Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nets | -9.5 | -110 | -110 | 227.5 | -110 | -110 |
Point Total Insights
- Brooklyn's games this year have gone over the point total for Tuesday's matchup total (227.5 points) in 56.2% of opportunities (41 out of 73 matchups).
- In 44.6% of Boston's games this season (33 of 74), the total points scored was greater than Tuesday's 227.5-point over/under.
- The Nets average 118.4 points per game against the Celtics' 112.4, totaling 3.3 points over the matchup's over/under of 227.5.
- This matchup's point total is 2.8 fewer points than the 224.7 these two teams combine to allow per game in 2020-21.
- On average, the Nets have seen a 232.2 over/under in their games this season, 4.7 more points than the over/under in this contest.
- A difference of 4.1 points separates this contest's over/under (227.5 points) and the average total points bet in Celtics' games (223.4 points) this season.
Nets Betting Data
- Brooklyn's record against the spread this season is tied 34-34.
- The Nets have not fared well as a 9.5-point favorite, going 7-11 against the spread when favored by at least 9.5 points.
- Brooklyn and its opponents have hit the over in 55.9% of games (38 out of 68 matchups).
Nets Key Players
- The Nets rebounds and assists leader is James Harden. He grabs 7.9 rebounds and contributes 10.8 assists per game.
- Brooklyn's scoring leader is Kevin Durant, who racks up 26.9 points per game.
- Joe Harris connects on 3.1 threes per game to lead the Nets.
- Brooklyn's steals leader is Kyrie Irving, who averages 1.4 per game. Nicolas Claxton leads the team averaging 1.3 blocks an outing.
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Nets Last 10 Games
| Date | Opponent | Result | Favored | Played As | Spread | Total | Nets Moneyline | Opponent Moneyline | Game Type | Covered | Over/Under |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2021 | Celtics | 104-93 BKN | Yes | Home | -9.5 | 194.5 | -3000 | 1300 | Playoffs | Yes | Over |
| 5/16/2021 | Cavaliers | 123-109 BKN | Yes | Home | -14.5 | 237.5 | -2000 | 1000 | Regular Season | No | Under |
| 5/15/2021 | Bulls | 105-91 BKN | Yes | Home | -9.5 | 222.5 | -900 | 575 | Regular Season | Yes | Under |
| 5/12/2021 | Spurs | 128-116 BKN | Yes | Home | -11.5 | 235.5 | -1100 | 675 | Regular Season | Yes | Over |
| 5/11/2021 | Bulls | 115-107 BKN | Yes | Away | -10.5 | 233.5 | -700 | 500 | Regular Season | No | Under |
| Overall Record | ATS Record | O/U/P | AVG Total | AVG Pts Scored | AVG Pts Allowed | AVG Reb. Margin | 3Pt % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-4 | 4-6 | 4-6-0 | 226.7 | 115 | 111.7 | -0.9 | 36.2% |
Nets Injuries
Nets: Spencer Dinwiddie: Out For Season (ACL)
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Celtics Betting Data
- Boston has covered the spread in less than half of its contests, going 35-36 ATS.
- When they are at least 9.5-point underdogs, the Celtics have a record ATS of 5-2.
- In the majority of Boston's games this season, the teams have combined to hit the over (40 out of 71 games, 56.3%).
Celtics Key Players
- Jayson Tatum is the top scorer for the Celtics with 26.4 points per game. He also adds 7.4 rebounds and 4.3 assists per game to his scoring output.
- Boston's leader in rebounds is Tristan Thompson with 8.1 per game, and its leader in assists is Marcus Smart with 5.7 per game.
- Kemba Walker hits 3.0 three-pointers per game, the most on the Celtics.
- Boston's leader in steals is Smart (1.5 per game), and its leader in blocks is Robert Williams III (1.8 per game).
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Celtics Last 10 Games
| Date | Opponent | Result | Favored | Played As | Spread | Total | Celtics Moneyline | Opponent Moneyline | Game Type | Covered | Over/Under |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2021 | Nets | 104-93 BKN | No | Away | +9.5 | 194.5 | 1300 | -3000 | Playoffs | No | Over |
| 5/18/2021 | Wizards | 118-100 BOS | Yes | Home | -5.5 | 222.5 | - | - | Playoffs | Yes | Under |
| 5/16/2021 | Knicks | 96-92 NY | No | Away | +15.5 | 197.5 | 1350 | -5000 | Regular Season | Yes | Under |
| 5/15/2021 | Timberwolves | 124-108 BOS | Yes | Away | -14.5 | 227.5 | -5000 | 1350 | Regular Season | Yes | Over |
| 5/12/2021 | Cavaliers | 102-94 CLE | Yes | Away | -3.5 | 192.5 | -185 | 150 | Regular Season | No | Over |
| Overall Record | ATS Record | O/U/P | AVG Total | AVG Pts Scored | AVG Pts Allowed | AVG Reb. Margin | 3Pt % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-7 | 5-5 | 5-5-0 | 223.1 | 111.6 | 111.5 | -2.9 | 36% |
Celtics Injuries
Celtics: Jaylen Brown: Out For Season (Wrist)
