Boston vs Portland: prediction for the NBA match

Celtics are still unable to get out of the slump. More than half of the regular season have passed, but team is only at the 9th spot in the Eastern Conference standings. This position is unacceptable for the club's board, but it will be enough to advance into the play-in. But there is some improvement in Celtics' performance. 

Celtics lost their most recent match. This time they were beaten by Charlotte at home (102:111). But before this Boston recorded victories over Chicago (114:112) and New Orleans (104:92).

Portland found themselves in a dangerous situation. Damian Lillard won't play due to injury. Though, Dame started the season not in the best form. He is looking weaker than in the previous season. The absence of Lillard will probably help other players of the Blazers to shine. For example. Anfernee Simons is looking great in recent matches. He is one of the most promising players in the Blazers' squad. 

Portland lost the most recent match. This time Billups' men were beaten by Miami (92:104) on away. But before that the Blazers managed to beat Washington (115:110) and Orlando (98:88).