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Boston Celtics vs. Brooklyn Nets NBA Game 5 Playoffs, Odds and Betting Predictions

Posted by Eric Jones
May 31, 2021

The Brooklyn Nets will not go easy on the Boston Celtics as they enter their fifth game in their best-of-seven series from Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. The Celtics are on the brink of elimination after dropping three games. Boston will now need to win the remaining three to get past the Nets. Brooklyn Nets are just one game away from winning the best-of-seven against the Celtics and are all set to extend their winning streak. The nba predictions tonight have all the odds and lines available for this exciting game.

Boston Celtics vs. Brooklyn Nets NBA Game 5

Date:	Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Time:	7:30 PM ET
Location:	Barclays Center, Brooklyn, New York
TV Coverage:	TNT

Boston Celtics vs. Brooklyn Nets Betting Odds

Team	SP/RL	TOTAL	ML
Boston Celtics	+11.5 (-111)	231.5 o (-110)	+500	Place Bets
Brooklyn Nets	-11.5 (-111)	231.5 u (-110)	-700	Place Bets
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Boston Celtics vs. Brooklyn Nets CashBet Wagering Analysis

Boston Celtics made it to the postseason after securing the seventh position in the Eastern Conference play. The Celtics completed their regular season with a 36-36 record. Brooklyn Nets finished seven in the Eastern Conference play right behind the 76ers. The Nets won a total of 48 and dropped 24 games in their regular season.

Boston’s Road to Elimination

Unfortunately, the odds are against the Celtics to win this game and cover the spread. Boston has struggled to get past the Nets winning just one of their four last games. In their last game, the Celtics gave up 141 and scored just 126 in return. From their three-point radar, the Celtics converted 14 of their 41 shooting attempts with a total of 44 percent. Jayson Tatum managed to toss in 17 of his free throw attempts and scored 40 for the Celtics in their defeat.

Brooklyn’s Early Success

The Nets made sure to win right from the beginning in their postseason against the Celtics. Brooklyn did well to defeat Boston in three of their last four. The Nets have a strong offensive unit with an equally balanced defense. Kevin Durant tossed in 42 points after going 14 for 20 in his shooting attempts. The other notable player was Kyrie Irving with 39 points and 11 boards for the Celtics. James Harden tossed in another 23 points with 18 assists.

Boston Celtics vs. Brooklyn Nets Head-to-Head with Spread

The Celtics are holding an ATS of 6-1 in the last seven games played on the road as an underdog. Boston is holding an ATS of 7-3 in their last 10 games with a straight-up loss with more than 10 points. Brooklyn is holding an ATS of 8-0 in the last eight games at home. The OVER has cashed in eight of the last 10 games for Boston with a straight-up loss. The Nets have witnessed the OVER cash in eight of their last 11 games at home.

Boston Celtics vs. Brooklyn Nets CashBet Free Pick

The 2021 nba postseason has been full of surprises and the odds are clearly against Boston to win The Celtics are still no match for a powerful Brooklyn squad. Back the Nets to win this game and eliminate the Celtics with ease.

Boston Celtics vs. Brooklyn Nets CashBet Best Bet: Brooklyn Nets.