Don’t look now, but the Philadelphia 76ers have gotten off to an undefeated start to the season! Sure, it’s only been four games, but it should have them feeling confident heading into the start of the NBA Cup Group Stage against the Boston Celtics. With the matchup also featured on Prime Video, we’ve got our best Celtics vs. 76ers predictions for tonight.

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Celtics vs. 76ers Predictions for NBA Cup Group Stage, 10/31

When we last saw the Celtics, they were on their home court in a different premier Eastern Conference clash - one with the Cleveland Cavaliers. As they start their season without Jayson Tatum, they were underdogs at TD Garden, yet took down the Cavs by 20 points! It just speaks to how crazy the NBA can be, including any Celtics vs. 76ers predictions.

Boston finds themselves in a similar spot in terms of being the underdog tonight, but when it comes to a game involving the 76ers, Joel Embiid is always important. That’s not just because of his talent, but because of his usage given his injury history. Thus far, the All-NBA center has played in three of Philly’s four games, averaging just over 21 minutes per game.

That includes their very first game of the year against this Boston squad. With that in mind, we can look back at that recent meeting, last year’s clashes, and other trends throughout this first week and a half to find a best bet from our Celtics vs. 76ers predictions. 
 

 

 

Celtics vs. 76ers Best Bet: VJ Edgecombe Over 17.5 Points (-115 at Fanatics)

It’s safe to say that those who focused on Joel Embiid for that aforementioned meeting with Boston to open the season weren’t thrilled with his performance. While him taking the court at all is a positive these days, he scored just four points in his 20 minutes on the floor. That’s when everyone became aware of rookie VJ Edgecombe.

After dropping 34 in that game and going on to average over 22 points per game in Philly’s first four games, he could end up stealing Rookie of the Year from Cooper Flagg. Of course, the season is just getting started, so let’s focus on Celtics vs. 76ers predictions for tonight before any futures bets.

We’re going to do so by targeting the rookie to reach that season average, but he doesn’t even need to get all the way there. Teammate Tyrese Maxey has been solidifying himself as a true star that can carry the 76ers with a minute-restricted Joel Embiid, and it’s in large part by sharing the rock.

He’s dished out 8+ assists in each of the last three games, setting VJ Edgecombe up for success. Boston has been hanging their hat on defense without Jayson Tatum’s scoring to rely on, but that’s also why we don’t see the Celtics vs. 76ers odds listing this points prop line at a higher value.

Speaking of which, that’s why we see value here, making the best bet from our Celtics vs. 76ers predictions on VJ Edgecombe over 17.5 points (-115 at Fanatics). 
 

 

 

How To Watch Celtics vs. 76ers NBA Cup Group Stage Tonight

After these teams met at TD Garden to start the season, this one will be in Philly, and you can see how to watch Celtics vs. 76ers NBA Cup Group Stage tonight below:

  • Where: Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, PA
  • When: 7 PM ET on 10/31
  • Watch on TV: Local stations
  • Where to stream: Amazon Prime
     
 

 

Celtics vs. 76ers Odds, Spreads, Total & Betting Lines

We mentioned that Boston was coming into this NBA Cup Group Stage game as underdogs, and the Celtics vs. 76ers odds for tonight at Fanatics Sportsbook are even moving towards Philly as we get closer to tip-off:

 

 

Celtics vs. 76ers Injury Report & Latest News

As will be the case for all Boston games this season, Jayson Tatum will be the name to note, not just for Celtics vs. 76ers injury news. However, beyond him, they’re as healthy as it gets. Similarly, we always need to keep an eye on Joel Embiid.

We know that he won’t be playing on back-to-backs this year, but with multiple days off, he should be on the court. As for other Celtics vs. 76ers injury news in Philly, Paul George missed Tuesday’s game, and Dominick Barlow is out for tonight. Keep tabs on it all with the Fantasy Alarm NBA injury report.
 

 

 

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