Published Dec 6, 11:19am ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Dec 6, 11:19am ET
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Updated Dec 6, 11:19am ET
One of the games on Sunday's NBA slate features the Toronto Raptors hosting the Boston Celtics. Who has the edge in our Raptors vs Celtics pick?
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| Toronto Raptors | +1.5 (-110) |
| Boston Celtics | -1.5 (-119) |
After a three-point win over the Trail Blazers, Toronto has dropped its last two games, including a 111-86 setback against the Charlotte Hornets.
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The Raptors started the game on a good note, jumping out to a 24-18 lead after the first quarter. Unfortunately, Charlotte turned the early deficit into an 11-point advantage at the break.
And thanks to a 33-16 outburst in the final frame, the Hornets handed Toronto it's second straight loss at home. Immanuel Quickley scored a team-high 31 points, along with four assists and three rebounds.
The Celtics have posted a 6-1 record following an 8-8 start. Their latest triumph includes a 126-105 victory against the Los Angeles Lakers.
Boston never trailed in this game and led by a 39-17 margin after the opening stanza. Although Los Angeles trimmed the deficit to 15 points heading into the fourth quarter, the Celtics pushed the lead back to 20, which effectively put the game out of reach.
In addition to shooting 55 percent overall and 53 percent from 3, the Celtics' offense placed six players in double figures, including all five starters.
Jaylen Brown led the way with 30 points, eight rebounds, and eight assists. Derrick White added 19 points, six assists, and connected on five of his 10 attempts from 3-point range.
Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
While these teams split the last two meetings, the Cs have won 11 of the previous 12, thus giving them the edge in this Eastern Conference showdown.
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Boston Celtics
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