posted February 5, 2008 at 16:13 in NBA Free Picks

The Boston Celtics, have succeeded without team leader Kevin Garnett, winning two of three games, including a 96-90 win over Dallas last Thursday, without the ‘Big Ticket’ while getting solid performance from several of the team’s unsung youngsters like Rajon Rondo, Leon Powe and Glen ‘Big Baby’ Davis while simultaneously getting exceptional performances from superstars Ray Allen and Paul Pierce.

The Celtics, who are 6-4 straight up in their last 10 games, have also managed to go 5-5 against the spread over the same span, covering the last two against the Miami Heat and the Mavericks.

The Cleveland Cavaliers are heating up at just the right time, winning eight of its last ten including a solid 98-84 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday. The Cavaliers have also improved their pedestrian ATS numbers by going 7-3 against the spread in its last ten contests.

The teams have met twice this season, splitting games, with each club winning on its home floor. The Celtics beat Cleveland 80-70 on Dec 12. while the Cavaliers defeated the Celtics 109-105 in overtime on Nov. 27.

Here is a look at some key trends for tonight’s matchup.

The Celtics are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games as an underdog of 0.5-4.5.

The Celtics are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 vs. NBA Central.

The Cavaliers are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games vs. a team with a winning S.U. record.

The Cavaliers are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games as a favorite.

The Under is 5-1 in Celtics last 6 vs. NBA Central.

The Under is 7-1 in Cavaliers last 8 games vs. a team with a winning percentage above .600.

Analysis: Hello NBA bettors, can you say ‘no-brainer’? Take the Celtics to cover the spread tonight as they will be primed for the defending Eastern Conference Champs and a scorching-hot LeBron James.

The Pick: Boston +2½ Points/Under 185 Total Points

07:05 PM EST NBA Betting Odds

Boston Celtics +2½ -110

Cleveland Cavaliers -2½ -110

Over 185 -110

Under 185 -110

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