The Boston Celtics handled the Joel Embiid-less Philadelphia 76ers with ease in Game 1, and they should have no problem doing so again tonight in Game 2.
Our 76ers vs. Celtics predictions and NBA picks expect another dominant C's win on April 21.
Who will win 76ers vs Celtics Game 2?
76ers win probability: 12% (+733)
Celtics win probability: 88% (-735)
After Boston checked the 76ers' asses directly into the Smackdown hotel in Game 1, the Celtics are 88¢ favorites to take a commanding 2-0 series lead.
Our prediction: Celtics to win
Joel Embiid is officially ruled out for Game 2, and Adem Bona and Andre Drummond ain't gonna cut it.
With a bounty of respect for the veteran center, Philadelphia is relying too much on Drummond to be taken seriously in the playoffs in 2026.
The 76ers have little choice but to play Drummond, but that reality dooms them to waiting for a blowout in which their offense eventually becomes a liability.
Read more in Jason Logan's full 76ers vs. Celtics predictions.
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76ers vs Celtics spread and total at prediction markets
| Outcome | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|
| Celtics -15.5 | 46¢ (+117) | 55¢ (-122) |
| Over 216.5 points | 51¢ (-104) | 50¢ (+100) |
Our predictions: Celtics -15.5 — Yes and Over 216.5 points — No
Without Embiid, the 76ers' offense lacks any real depth to help the Celtics push this Over the total.
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