The set-up: Boston enters off an epic come from behind OT win in Phoenix just last night, overcoming a 22-point second half deficit. Kyrie Irving exploded for 39 points. This is the finale of a tough Western swing and in my opinion, I believe the Celtics will be focusing on the defensive end of the floor tonight after Thursday's marathon victory. The C's themselves are allowing just 100.7 points per 100 possession on the defensive end of the floor for the league's best defensive rating. Offensively though the Celtics are ranked 27th with a 103.7 rating. Utah has uncharacteristically struggled on the defensive end of the floor to open the year, but clearly the home side catches a break facing the "gassed" Celtics.

The pick: Note that Utah has seen the total go "under" in five of its last seven after scoring 115 points or more in a victory in its previous outing. This number is high, play the "under."