The way the Celtics have played defense lately and getting balanced scoring we will take them here in Game 1.

With Middleton out and the Celtics defense swarming on all cylinders look for them to get the better of Giannis in Game 1 with an aggressive effort. Boston's strong perimeter defense will smother the Bucks sharpshooting and limit their efficiency from the field. In short, what worked for the Bucks against Chicago will not against Boston. The Celtics enter 7-1 ATS in their last eight games and 9-1 ATS in their last ten following an ATS win.
Take the Boston Celtics on Sunday afternoon in this early tipoff.