Boston Celtics vs. Brooklyn Nets NBA Pick Prediction 5/22/2021 by Tony T.
Celtics at Nets—Free pick is Boston Celtics +8. Respect the Celtics performance in defeating an improving Washington Wizards team in the play in round 118-100 behind a good defensive performance. Now Boston head coach Brad Stevens has 3 days to put together a game plan to defense Harden, Durant and Irving on the court together prior to the adjustment period as the series goes deeper. Celtics in the play in game showed they can rise defensively in playoff spots. Steve Nash a rookie coach will see if he can get the Nets to defend at an even higher level that is needed in the postseason. Will take points in the opener. Play Boston +8.