The NBA Playoffs will resume this Tuesday, as three pivotal Game 2s take center stage tonight — and our NBA betting expert Joe Dellera has identified a player prop pick showing significant value on today’s slate: Tyrese Maxey Over 25.5 Points.
Let's get into the breakdown of his top NBA player prop for 76ers vs Celtics Game 2 on Tuesday, April 21.
NBA Player Prop for 76ers vs Celtics Game 2
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76ers vs. Celtics Prop Bet
Tyrese Maxey Over 25.5 Points (-130)
The Philadelphia 76ers look to level their series against the Boston Celtics tonight following a lopsided defeat in Game 1. To do so, they’ll need a bounce-back performance from Tyrese Maxey.
While Maxey’s efficiency wasn't there in the opener, the workload certainly was. Despite the blowout loss, Maxey logged 37 minutes and hoisted 20 field goal attempts. That level of volume and opportunity is exactly what we look for in a playoff prop; even when the game was technically out of reach, Maxey remained on the floor as the focal point of the offense.
Maxey should continue to see a green light tonight. He has been a consistent thorn in Boston’s side throughout the year, averaging 28.2 points per game against the Celtics across their matchups this season.
While Boston is elite at defending in transition, they have historically been more vulnerable against pick-and-roll ball handlers, which is the bread and butter of Maxey’s game.
After seeing such a high minutes floor in Game 1, it’s only a matter of time before the shots start falling. Expect Maxey to stay aggressive and clear this 25.5-point total as the Sixers fight to stay in the series.
Pick: Tyrese Maxey Over 25.5 Points (-130)
