🏀 76ers vs. Celtics Player Props Today: NBA Picks & Best Bets (April 19)
The Boston Celtics will begin their quest for a 19th championship banner when they host the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 1 of their opening-round series. Tipoff is 1 p.m. ET on Sunday at the TD Garden in Boston on ABC.
Title talk feels appropriate for the Celtics, who have emerged as the East favorites this spring. They are also 12.5-point favorites against the 76ers.
My 76ers vs. Celtics player props today target two of Boston's main characters this postseason as part of our NBA picks and best bets for Sunday. For more on this series, see our full 76ers vs. Celtics prediction & best bets for Round 1.
π Best 76ers vs. Celtics player props today: NBA picks for April 19
See all of our experts' NBA picks based on the latest NBA odds; picks rated on a 1-to-5 star confidence scale based on betting value.
| Player | Prop bet | Units | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Derrick White, G, Celtics | Over 13.5 points (-109 via DraftKings) | 1u -> 0.92u | ββββ |
| Jayson Tatum, F, Celtics | Over 9.5 rebounds (+114 via BetRivers) | 1u -> 1.14u | ββββ |
Total wagered: 2 units | Max profit: 2.06 units
π° Best 76ers vs. Celtics prop bet
Derrick White Over 13.5 points (-109)
Credit to Derrick White for owning up to his shooting struggles this season when talking to reporters this week. However, I wouldn't be surprised if he gets back on track in the playoffs.
For one, White has been a playoff performer. He's averaged 17.2 points in 21 playoff games over the last two years, clearing this scoring line 17 times. This is also a good matchup for White, who averaged 19.8 points in four head-to-head meetings with the 76ers this year.
Add in the fact that Jayson Tatum's return creates better shots for White, all signs point toward the Over on this scoring line.
π₯ More 76ers vs. Celtics prop picks
Jayson Tatum Over 9.5 rebounds (+114)
Since returning from an Achilles injury in early March, Tatum has made a huge impact as a rebounder. He's averaging 10 rebounds in 16 games, notching double-digit boards in 10 of those contests.
The good news is that's in line with Tatum's rebounding impact in the playoffs. In 21 games across the last two postseasons, Tatum is averaging 10.1 rebounds and has cleared this mark 11 times. He now faces a 76ers team that ranks 22nd in rebounding and is even worse without Joel Embiid.
Considering Tatum's double-double odds are -105 and this ticket is -115 at some shops, BetRivers is offering a solid bargain to bettors.
π 76ers vs. Celtics same-game parlay
I've paired an alternate spread on Boston to go along with my favorite player props for Sunday's 76ers vs. Celtics parlay. This SGP is correlated to a comfortable victory for the Celtics, leading to a +350 payout at FanDuel.
💵 76ers vs. Celtics SGP picks
- Derrick White Over 13.5 points (-132)
- Jayson Tatum Over 9.5 rebounds (-102)
- Celtics -5.5 (-280)
Best odds: +350 via FanDuel (0.1u -> 0.35u)
π΅ My betting record for NBA picks
All NBA picks, including SGPs, have been tracked since March 28.
| Bet type | Record | Net profit | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 6-16 | -4.13 units β | -26.5% β |
| Player props | 5-9 | -2.76 units β | -19.9% β |
| Parlays | 1-6 | -0.37 units β | -53.1% β |
π‘ How I'm betting 76ers vs. Celtics
Follow all of our NBA analysis and expert predictions this season.
With Tatum back in the fold, the Celtics reestablish themselves as legitimate championship contenders. More importantly, his return reshapes the teamβs usage and hierarchy.
White is no longer the clear No. 2 option. While that may sound like a downgrade, it actually works in his favor. Heβll consistently face weaker defensive attention, leading to cleaner scoring opportunities. Thatβs reflected in his production, as heβs cleared his scoring line in seven of 13 games alongside Tatum and Jaylen Brown.
As for Tatum, the most appealing angle may be on the glass. His recent form, paired with a favorable matchup, creates value in the rebounding market.
π 76ers vs. Celtics injuries
πΊ How to watch 76ers vs. Celtics
- Date: Sunday, April 19
- Tipoff: 1 p.m. ET
- Location: TD Garden (Boston)
- TV: ABC
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