Celtics Aim to Extend Win Streak Against Struggling Spurs Defense
The Boston Celtics and San Antonio Spurs will go head-to-head in a Spurs home game this Sunday at 7:00 ET. Boston comes into the game with a 25-6 record and is the favorite
Game outlook
The Boston Celtics and San Antonio Spurs will go head-to-head in a Spurs home game this Sunday at 7:00 ET. Boston comes into the game with a 25-6 record and is the favorite with the opening line set at -13 and currently at -13.5. San Antonio stands at 5-26.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Celtics -900 | Spurs +605
Spread: Celtics -13.5 (-110) | Spurs +13.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 241 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Boston will win straight-up is 90%.
Boston Celtics
The Boston Celtics are off to a strong start this season, with a 26-5 record and the best odds to win the championship, at +340. In their recent five-game win streak, they have taken care of opponents and achieved success in both offense and defense. Offensively, they are ranked 11th in field goal percentage, 7th in free throws, 11th in three-pointers, and 2nd in rebounds. Defensively, they are ranked 3rd in field goal percentage, 1st in free throws, 16th in three-pointers, and 43rd in rebounds. Key players Jayson Tatum and Kristaps Porzingis are both listed as probable for their next game.
San Antonio Spurs Analysis
The San Antonio Spurs have a power ranking of 28 and have a record of 5-26, with 12-19 ATS. Despite this, first overall pick Victor Wembanyama has provided a spark with his scoring, rebounding, steals, and blocks. The offense puts up an average of 111.68 points per game (ranked #25) and hits 45.61% of their shots (ranked #26). For three-pointers they make an average of 34.55% (ranked #26). Defensively the Spurs allow 123.00 points per game (ranked #28) and 48.88% field goals (ranked #25). They average 46.61 defensive rebounds per game (ranked #46.61).