After enjoying our annual Christmas Day NBA feast, we’re not done yet. We’ve got another smorgasbord of games tomorrow, on what we like to call Boxing Day here in Canada. Here are your NBA predictions and preview for Friday, December 26th.
NBA Predictions & Preview For Friday, December 26th
Boston Celtics vs Indiana Pacers
Start Time – 7:00 PM EST
I just wrote about this very matchup a few days ago, picking the Boston Celtics to cover a 9.5-point spread at home against the Indiana Pacers. While the Celtics failed to do that (they won by eight), I’m backing them again tomorrow.
As I mentioned at the time, Boston is overperforming while Indiana is underperforming this season. And the Pacers are skidding at home, dropping three straight. My line is Boston -11, so I think they got our backs this time.
Best Bet: Boston -6.5 (-110)
Los Angeles Clippers vs Portland Trail Blazers
Start Time – 10:00 PM EST
The two Los Angeles teams, the Lakers and the Clippers, have ensured that this was a very Merry Christmas, as they have been money fading this season. Tomorrow is the same situation.
While the Portland Trail Blazers aren’t what they started the season as, they still are a better team than the Clippers. My line is Portland -4.5, so I’ll take them as a home dog for sure.
Best Bet: Portland +1.5 (-112)
2025/6 Overall Record: 68-56 (55%)
Profit (based on $100/bet): $384.07
Return on Investment: 3%
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