The Boston Celtics are scrapping by winning just five of their last ten games, while the San Antonio Spurs have won six of their last ten. The San Antonio Spurs (45-22) play host to the Boston Celtics (51-18) for some high flying NBA action. The Celtics swept San Antonio in last season's series, but the Spurs need only a home victory to return the favor. NBA oddsmakers at Sportsbook.com have the Spurs as -6 point home favs over the Celtics with the over/under set at 182.5 points. Get your Boston Celtics vs San Antonio Spurs Free NBA Picks in now at Sportsbook.com
The Celtics recently beat the Heat 112-108 at home thanks to a 36pt 11 rebound night from Paul Pierce, while Rajon Rondo added 27pts and Kendrick Perkins had a 13pt 9 rebound night. The Celtics are 7-6 since Garnett's injury, fading from contention for the top seed in the Eastern Conference and struggling to hold off Orlando for the No. 2 spot, with a half-game separating the teams. Without the reigning NBA defensive player of the year, the Celtics have at times struggled to stop teams, giving up a season-high 127 points in Tuesday night's loss at Chicago. Garnett had originally been expected to return Friday, but Saturday night's game at Memphis could be a more likely target. The Celtics are 23-12 SU on the road where they average 98.5 ppg and give up an average 92.6 ppg. They are 1-4 SU in their last five road games where they’ve averaged 100.6 ppg and given up an average 104.8 ppg.
The Spurs recently beat the Timberwolves 93-86 at home. Their top producers were Tony Parker with 24pts, while Roger Mason added 15pts and Kurt Thomas had 10pts 10 rebounds. Injuries still plague the Spurs. Tim Duncan sat out this game to rest his knees and he should return Friday, Ginobili is likely to remain out. The Spurs are 24-9 SU at home where they average 98.3 ppg and give up an average 92.5 ppg. They are 4-1 SU in their last five home games where they’ve averaged 98.2 ppg and given up an average 90 ppg. The Spurs are maintaining a 1 1/2-game lead over Houston atop the Southwest Division. The Rockets are atop a crowded pack of West teams within a few games of the Spurs as they jockey for postseason positioning.
Recent Trends to Consider:
- Celtics are 4-1 ATS in the last 5 meetings.
- Underdog is 5-0 ATS in the last 5 meetings.
- Celtics are 1-10 ATS in their last 11 games overall.
- Celtics are 1-11 ATS in their last 12 games playing on 1 days rest.
- Celtics are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 road games.
- Celtics are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games following a ATS loss.
Boston Celtics vs San Antonio Spurs Free NBA Picks
When: Fri, Mar 20, 2009 8:30 PM ET
Line: Sportsbook.com
Pick: Spurs -6
Point-Spreads.com Boston Celtics vs San Antonio Spurs Free NBA Picks
The Bottom Line: With Duncan back in the lineup they should be able to win by six, against a tired Celtics crew. Go Spurs! Get your Boston Celtics vs San Antonio Spurs Free NBA Picks in now at Sportsbook.com and receive a 10% sign-up bonus on your initial deposit!
