In the Celtics vs Suns odds for Saturday, , giving them an implied win probability of 68%.
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Celtics Betting Trends
The Celtics are looking to bounce back after suffering their first two-game losing streak of the season. Boston had its 11-game winning streak snapped in a stunning 105-104 loss at Cleveland on Tuesday, blowing a 22-point fourth-quarter lead. They followed that up with a 115-109 defeat at Denver on Thursday despite 41 points and 14 rebounds from Jaylen Brown.
Prior to the mini-skid, the Celtics had been on an absolute tear, winning 11 straight and 17 of 18 overall. During the 11-game streak, Boston went 7-4 against the spread (ATS) and averaged 124.5 points per game.
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The Celtics are an offensive juggernaut led by the superstar duo of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Tatum is a frontrunner in the NBA MVP odds, averaging over 30 points per game, while Brown is an elite second option who can take over when needed, as evidenced by his 41-point outburst against Denver.
Adding Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday has taken Boston s offense to another level. Porzingis provides floor spacing and rim protection, while Holiday is a perfect fit as a two-way playmaker. The Celtics starting five, with those four plus Derrick White, is the best unit in the NBA.
For the season, the Celtics boast the NBA s best record at 48-14. They rank first in the league in offensive rating (120.8 points per 100 possessions), second in defensive rating (110.1), and first in net rating (+10.7). Boston is 29-32-1 ATS overall and 12-15-3 ATS on the road.
Celtics Injury Report
Jayson Tatum (ankle) probable
Jaylen Brown (sacroiliac) questionable
Suns Betting Trends
The Suns enter this matchup riding a two-game winning streak after beating Denver 117-107 in overtime on Tuesday and Toronto 120-113 on Thursday. Kevin Durant led the way in both victories, scoring 35 points in each contest.
Phoenix has won six of its last eight games overall to improve to 37-26 on the season, good for sixth place in the Western Conference. The Suns are 25-36-2 ATS for the year, including a dismal 12-21-1 ATS mark at home.
The Suns rank seventh in the NBA in offensive rating (117.1) and 17th in defensive rating (114.1) for a net rating of +3.0 (10th). They play at the league s second-slowest pace.
The Suns are hoping to have Devin Booker back in the lineup after he missed the last three games with an ankle sprain. Booker s availability completely changes the dynamic of this matchup, as he forms a nearly unstoppable offensive trio with Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal.
Even if Booker can t go, the Suns still have enough firepower to keep up with the Celtics. Durant hasbeen on a tear since joining Phoenix, averaging 29.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 5.2 assists since arriving at last year s deadline. He s a matchup nightmare for any defender with his size and skill.
The X-factor for Phoenix could be Grayson Allen, who has been on fire from three-point range. Allen has made 15 triples in his last two games and is shooting a blistering 47.5% from deep on the season. His ability to space the floor is crucial for the Suns offense.
Suns Injury Report
Devin Booker (ankle) questionable
Josh Okogie (abdomen) out
