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Betting Odds for 76ers vs. Celtics NBA Preseason Game

The Philadelphia 76ers and the Boston Celtics will match up on Saturday night.
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Feb 27, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) goes in for a dunk as Philadelphia 76ers forward Darius Bazley (25) and guard Ricky Council IV (16) look on during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images
Feb 27, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) goes in for a dunk as Philadelphia 76ers forward Darius Bazley (25) and guard Ricky Council IV (16) look on during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images | Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

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The Philadelphia 76ers will take on their first back-to-back set on Saturday night against the Boston Celtics.

A little over 24 hours after tipping off against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Sixers will engage in a rivalry matchup that won’t count for anything.

Considering the circumstances, the Sixers aren’t likely to give Boston a true look at their tweaked roster. Since Tyrese Maxey and Paul George both played on Friday night, it would be surprising to see the All-Stars collect a second-straight game.

As for Joel Embiid, he has yet to show face in the preseason. Against the New Zealand Breakers and the Timberwolves, Embiid was ruled out due to rest. Earlier this week, it was revealed Embiid did not make the trip to Iowa for the Timberwolves matchup. it’s unclear if he’ll join the trip at any point or not, but the big man’s status for Saturday night is likely doubtful.

The game will serve as an opportunity for reserve guys to get some extended run. As for the players fighting for a roster spot, they could have an opportunity to prove why they belong.

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The Sixers are looking to pick up win No. 2, after falling short to the Timberwolves with a 121-111 loss.

Kelly Oubre facing the Celtics.
Feb 27, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) reaches in to try to strip the ball from Philadelphia 76ers guard Kelly Oubre Jr. (9) during the first quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images | Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

76ers vs. Celtics: Game Details

Preseason Game 3

Date: Saturday, October 12

Time: 8:00 PM ET.

Location: TD Garden

Game Odds

Spread: Celtics -8.5

Moneyline: BOS -325, PHI +250

Total O/U: 220

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Justin Grasso
JUSTIN GRASSO

Justin Grasso was a credentialed writer and publisher covering the Philadelphia 76ers for Sports Illustrated’s Philadelphia 76ers On SI Network. Grasso got his start in sports media in 2016 with FantasyPros, working the news desk, providing game-by-game player analysis and updates on the Portland Trail Blazers and the Golden State Warriors. By 2017, he joined FanSided’s Philadelphia Eagles site as a staff writer. After spending one season covering the Eagles as a staff writer, Grasso was promoted to become the site’s Co-Editor. For the next two NFL seasons, he covered the Eagles closely before broadening his NFL coverage. For a brief stint, Grasso covered the NFL on a national basis after joining Heavy.com as an NFL news desk writer. In 2019, Grasso joined the 76ers' beat on a part-time basis, stepping into a role with South Jersey’s 97.3 ESPN. Ahead of the 2019-2020 NBA season, he concluded a three-year stint covering the Eagles and joined the Sixers beat full-time. Grasso has covered the 76ers exclusively since then for Sports Illustrated. He is a member of the Pro Basketball Writers Association. Twitter: @JGrasso_ Instagram: @JGrassoMedia Threads: @JGrassoMedia

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