The Boston Celtics (2-3) and Philadelphia 76ers (4-0) meet in an Eastern Conference battle Friday. Tip from Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's NBA odds around the Celtics vs. 76ers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: 76ers lead 1-0

The Celtics beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 125-105 Wednesday, covering as a 3.5-point home underdog as the Under (233.5) cashed. F Jaylen Brown led the way with 30 points and has picked up much of the scoring load with F Jayson Tatum out with a torn Achilles. Boston, which lost its first 3 games, has won and covered in 2 straight contests.

The 76ers beat the Washington Wizards 139-134 in overtime Tuesday, covering as a 4.

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