Boston - Phoenix: NBA match betting tip and bets

Current form

Boston, it would seem, walked on a regular basis like an English gentleman at a Victorian ball — with a straight back and unchanging grace. But on March 3, suddenly: a bell! And then there's the 103:124 home loss to Miami. It was not just a misfire, but a full-fledged slap in the face, and from the back, right on a nine-match winning streak.

We lost almost everything except the third quarter, where we briefly turned on the character and gained the upper hand by four points. However, without Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holliday, these are not teaspoons in the kitchen, these are serious pieces in the Mazzulla chess game. Jaylen Brown, as the only Musketeer, collected 24 points, nine rebounds and four assists, and the company of Tatum, White and Kennard honestly tried to keep up. And yet — the result is known.

In the East, Boston confidently holds the second place with 56 wins. The playoffs are assured, but losing prestige on the home court is an unforgivable thing.

Disqualifications and injuries

Everyone gathered. Porzingis and Holiday are in the ranks, like faithful valets before an important reception. Only Jaylen Brown is in question. Maybe it will work, maybe not, but even without him, the Celtics have everything according to the rules: strict, dangerous and according to protocol.

Interesting facts for betting

On average, Boston and Phoenix together score 213 points per match, which is exactly what you need for a classic party with a sparkle, but without too much noise.

Three times in a row, the Celtics left the Suns without a sun and without a win.

Approximate composition: Derrick White, Jrue Holiday, Jaylen Brown, Jason Tatum, Kristaps Porzingis.

Current form

Phoenix, to be honest, looks like his compass is broken. Four defeats in a row, and the last one on April 2 against Milwaukee with a score of 123:133. The real swing: one quarter for us, one for you, but the result is again for the opponent.

Kevin Durant wasn't there, and that explains a lot. The ankle failed the star at the most inopportune moment. Booker, as always, shone: 39 points, 11 assists, as if trying to save the Titanic alone with the help of oars. Nick Richards scored a double-double, while Allen, Sexton and Jones held on with all their might.

Phoenix is still in contention, but 11th place in the West speaks for itself: a play-in ticket is like a ticket to the last carriage of a departing train.

Disqualifications and injuries

This time, the Sanz arrived almost in full force. Almost, because we won't see Durant again. His big comeback is promised next week, but today he will remain off the stage, like a ghost in the attic in another detective story.

Interesting facts for betting

In terms of three—point accuracy, Phoenix is almost like a good old sniper - second in the NBA (38.4%). Boston is more modest, but still in the top 10 (36.9%).

Approximate composition: Devin Booker, Bradley Beal, Ryan Dunn, Tyas Jones, Nick Richards.