The Boston Celtics (-5, -210) are playing the New Orleans Pelicans (+5, +179) at 7:10 PM EST today. The over / under is set at 213.0.
The Celtics last played yesterday, losing to the Hawks in a 108-92 blowout. It might be tough for them playing on short rest. The Pelicans last game was yesterday, when they lost to the Nuggets 116-105. Will they be 100% playing on short rest?
The last time these two teams played was on January 17, 2022 when the Celtics beat the Pelicans 104-92. In that game, the Celtics were -4.5 and covered the spread. Likewise, the total for that game was set at 213.5 and stayed under by 17.5 points.
Against the Spread
So, how have the Celtics been doing against the spread? In their last 10 games, they’ve covered the spread 4 times. The Pelicans, on the other hand, have covered the spread in 6 of their last 10 games.
Totals Trends
The Celtics have gone over in 4 of their last 10 games, while staying under in 6 of their last 10. Likewise, there’s been no significant trend for the Pelicans, as the total has gone over in 3 of their last 10 games, and stayed under in 6 of their last 10.
We’re following hot Shark player Richard79 for this game and taking Boston Celtics -5 (-110). Always play responsibly and good luck!