Boston at Milwaukee

The Boston Celtics hold a 1.5-game lead over the Milwaukee Bucks for the best record in the Eastern Conference. This was a highly anticipated game, but a lot of the luster has been lost. The Celtics have a rash of injuries and sickness that will leave them without four starters and a key bench player for tonight. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are both out, as well as Marcus Smart, Robert Williams, and Grant Williams. Boston has some good depth but when your depth is forced to start, that leaves a very thin bench, as well as a starting lineup that is not close to the quality of the injured players. Milwaukee is good at home and playing well, and I expect them to seize the opportunity tonight. Lay the points with Milwaukee.