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"Washington" - "Boston". NBA match forecast
On December 16, Washington will meet Boston in the capital as part of the NBA regular championship. Will the Wizards manage to pull off a sensation or will the Celtics continue their winning streak? – read our forecast
Command Analysis
Washington Wizards
USACurrent form
There is no limit to the disappointment with the capital club performance this season. Of course, one can attribute the poor performance to a large number of injuries or a lack of teamwork, but Brian Keefe charges have only three wins this season, which is one of the worst records in the league.
In the last match, Washington faced the leader of the Eastern Conference on the road. The visitors tried to put up a fight against Cleveland, but they didn’t have enough strength (105:115). I would like to note the game of 20-year-old Bilal Koulibaly, who scored 27 points and is one of the main threats for the Cavs defense.
Disqualifications and injuries
Saddiq Bey, Malcolm Brogdon, Cushion George, Corey Kispert, Kyle Kuzma and Tristan Vukcevic are all out next game due to injury.
Interesting facts for betting
The Wizards have won only one of their last five home games.
Probable line-up: Champagne - Coulibaly, Sarr - Carrington, Poole.
Boston Celtics
USACurrent form
The Celtics are not averse to repeating last season scenario and are currently showing excellent play. The club is currently fighting for first place in the Eastern Conference, where the Cavaliers are located.
Recently, Boston sensationally lost to Memphis at home (121:127), however, in the next meeting they recovered in a duel against Detroit (123:99). Payton Pritchard took on the role of the leader of the attack and made a double-double. The Celts are expecting a battle with the outsider of the conference, which can bring a positive result, however, it is not worth underestimating Washington, especially in their arena in the capital.
Disqualifications and injuries
Sam Houser, Al Horford, Jaden Springer and Jayson Tatum will continue to recover from injuries.
Interesting facts for betting
The last six head-to-head matches have ended in favor of the Celtics.
Probable lineup: White - Holiday, Porzingis - Brown, Pritchard.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Boston win
The Celtics have won in the first quarter in 4 of their last 5 head-to-head games.
1.35Bet 1st quarter: total over 56 points
All five of the last head-to-head games have seen more than 56 points scored in the first quarter.
1.70Tip and bets
Boston plays at a high level and aims to repeat last season success, so you can imagine the mood the club takes to each match. The Celtics have a good record in head-to-head matches with the Wizards, so it no surprise to see them as clear favorites.
The head coach of the capital team has most likely already realized that serious progress should not be expected in the near future. A large number of injuries plus the lack of team play all lead to defeats. Of course, there are positive aspects, as Brian Keefe gives more time to young players. In our opinion, the hosts are capable of avoiding a rout.
Our prediction is a Washington victory with a handicap of (+15.5) points for 1.84
Bet on total
Despite the problems with the roster and the uncertain play of late, Washington continues to rely on the attack. Boston is unlikely to agree to the role of number two, so we expect an interesting and productive confrontation in the capital.
Forecast - total over 224.5 points for 1.74
Bet on statistics
We expect the Wizards to improve with each game thanks to players like Bilil Coulibaly and Carlton Carrington. The capital club will want to prove itself at home, so it will most likely use the attack line for this.
Forecast - Washington individual total over 105 points for 1.79
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