Philadelphia 76ers will be looking to bounce back when they entertain Boston Celtics on Friday after seeing a seven-game winning run ended by Charlotte Hornets last time out.
The Sixers can be backed at 10/11 to beat Boston with a -3.5 handicap in the Point Spread, while the Celtics are currently at 29/20 in the Money Line. Follow the action on our Sports Live Streaming service.
Philly endured a difficult start to the season as their preparations for the campaign were overshadowed by the ongoing Ben Simmons trade saga, but they have hit some form and have forced themselves into the playoff places in the Eastern Conference.
Celtics find form
The Sixers sit fifth in the East with a 23-17 record, while the Celtics are in 10th spot on 21-21 but they have won each of their last three games.
There are nine games in total on Friday, including a huge clash between Eastern Conference leaders Chicago Bulls and fellow championship contenders Golden State Warriors.
The Hornets are in back action as they entertain Orlando Magic, while fellow Southeast Division pair Miami Heat and Atlanta Hawks meet at the FTX Arena.
Detroit Pistons are 14th in the East and have managed just nine wins this season but they have hit some form at home with four wins in their last five games ahead of the visit of Toronto Raptors on Friday.
Phoenix Suns, who boast a league-best 31-9 overall record, make the trip to Indiana Pacers and Memphis Grizzlies are seeking a 12th straight win ahead of their home game against Dallas Mavericks.
Cleveland Cavaliers make the trip to San Antonio Spurs and Sacramento Kings host Houston Rockets.
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