The Boston Celtics came into this season looking to be the first team since the 2017, and 2018 Golden State Warriors to repeat as NBA Champions. So far that bid is alive and well. With a record of 22-6, they sit in second place in the Eastern Conference standings. Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum have been at the forefront of their dominance as both have been playing at a superstar level since the season started. But they are still not the top dawgs as they sit behind the Cleveland Cavaliers for the top spot in the conference. They need to continue stacking up wins if they eventually want to claim the top spot.
This season has been the complete opposite for the Philadelphia 76ers. After acquiring NBA All-Star Paul George during the offseason, many thought that the Sixers would be among the top teams in the Eastern Conference. But to this point, it has been another disappointing season for Philadelphia fans. With a record of 9-17, they are on the outside looking in when it comes to the playoff picture. A win on Christmas Day could be just what they need to get back on the right track.
So whether you are rooting for a clear favorite or hoping for a miracle by the underdog, the most important thing to remember is that you must be in it to win it.
The Celtics come in as the heavy favorites in this matchup by 9 points over the Celtics. Oddsmakers have this one as a high-scoring affair with the over/under being marked at 43 points.
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