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Celtics Aim for Fifth Straight Win vs. Heat
7 Feb
Summary
- Boston Celtics are aiming for their fifth consecutive victory.
- Miami Heat currently lead the Southeast Division with a 27-25 record.
- SportsLine model predicts an 'Over' on the total points scored.
The Boston Celtics are aiming to extend their winning streak to five games when they face the Miami Heat on Friday night. Boston, holding a 33-18 record and tied for the Atlantic Division lead, has been strong at home with a 16-8 record. They have also won both previous matchups against Miami this season.
Miami, currently leading the Southeast Division with a 27-25 record, is finding road games challenging, holding an 11-15 record away from home. Tyler Herro is notably out for the Heat due to a toe injury. The game is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET at TD Garden in Boston.
According to DraftKings Sportsbook, the Celtics are favored by 6.5 points, with an over/under set at 226.5. The SportsLine Projection Model anticipates the 'Over' on total points, citing recent trends in head-to-head and Miami's recent games. The model also provides an against-the-spread pick.
