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76ers vs. Celtics prediction: Boston favored to win Sunday's NBA game [3/1/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Philadelphia 76ers vs Boston Celtics predictions for NBA Sunday.
The Boston Celtics and Philadelphia sixers are scheduled to meet in NBA action at TD Garden on Sunday, with tipoff at 8:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model predicts the Celtics as the most likely winner of the 76ers vs. Celtics game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Celtics lineup will feature stars like Jaylen Brown, Payton Pritchard and Derrick White, while the 76ers will rely on Tyrese Maxey, Kelly Oubre and VJ Edgecombe.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Sunday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Sixers vs. Sixers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NBA game between the 76ers and Celtics 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Celtics a 75% chance of defeating the 76ers. Our predicted final score has the Celtics winning 113-106.
According to our model, the 76ers (+8.5) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the 219.5-point over/under has a 51% chance of going over.
76ers vs. Celtics odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | 76ers | Celtics |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +8.5 (-105) | -8.5 (-112) |
| Moneyline | +280 | -330 |
| Total | o219.5 (-114) | u219.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
76ers vs. Celtics picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | 76ers +8.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | 76ers | +280 |
| Total | Under 219.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Sunday, the top play to make on this game is 76ers +8.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
76ers vs. Celtics player props
Betting on Philadelphia vs. Boston NBA prop bets? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at TD Garden.
Tyrese Maxey is expected to lead the 76ers with 25 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists, while Jaylen Brown is projected to have 30 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists for the Celtics.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
76ers prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the 76ers are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyrese Maxey | 25 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 46 |
| Kelly Oubre | 15 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 29 |
| VJ Edgecombe | 14 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 32 |
| Quentin Grimes | 10 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 22 |
| Dominick Barlow | 9 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 22 |
Celtics prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Celtics:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaylen Brown | 30 | 7 | 6 | 2 | 53 |
| P. Pritchard | 18 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 36 |
| Derrick White | 17 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 40 |
| Nikola Vucevic | 12 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 27 |
| Sam Hauser | 11 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 22 |
Sixers vs. Celtics game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's action between the Celtics and 76ers at TD Garden is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics
- Date: Sunday, March 1, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: TD Garden
Conclusion
We predict the Celtics, with a 75% win probability, will likely beat the 76ers on Sunday, with Jaylen Brown projected for a game-high 53 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate 76ers vs. Celtics insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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