Prediction

This season, the Celtics’ core lineup has remained largely unchanged, and with Porzingis returning from injury and performing excellently, the team now has very few weaknesses. On the other hand, the Wizards are on a losing streak, with their defensive efficiency ranked last in the league. In their most recent game, the Wizards lost to the Cavaliers by 10 points. There is a significant gap in strength between the two teams. The Celtics are almost on par with the league-leading Cavaliers, while the Wizards, who are struggling on the road, cannot afford to make mistakes. A dominant win for the Celtics is expected.

Pick: Celtics -16 (bet365)