"It's a big Tuesday night in Dallas, where Cooper Flagg and Co. look to defend home court against the Boston. The Celtics vs Mavericks game pits a surging Boston (31-18) squad looking to extend the Mavericks (19-30) current losing streak. Dallas is relying on the "Cooper Flagg Show" while they wait for their veteran stars to heal up, and he's surely been delivering with some impressive performances."
"On the other side, the Mavericks (19-30) are navigating a rough patch, entering the night on a four-game losing streak and dealing with a massive void in their lineup. With Jayson Tatum out for Boston and Dallas missing both Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving, the stage is set for a high-volume showdown between Boston's collective depth and Dallas's new teenage phenom."
"Despite Boston playing without Tatum, their 15-10 road record and ability to cover the spread (27-22 ATS this season) have made them the clear choice for bettors. The total is hovering just north of 233 points, which is a big number considering both teams have leaned toward the "Under" recently, with Boston going low in 60% of their games, and Dallas following suit around the same clip."
The Boston Celtics (31-18) travel to Dallas to face the Mavericks (19-30) with Boston ranked among the league's defensive elites. Boston holds the second-best defensive rating and a 15-10 road record while covering the spread frequently this season. The Mavericks enter on a four-game losing streak and are missing veteran stars, increasing offensive responsibility for rookie Cooper Flagg. Oddsmakers list Boston as 6.5-point favorites and the total just north of 233 points. Both teams have recently trended Under, creating a contrast between Boston's depth and Dallas's reliance on Flagg.
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