Sports Betting: Celtics and Illinois Lead Tuesday Picks

SportsLine experts recommend wagering on the Boston Celtics to beat the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday. The model also supports the Illinois Fighting Illini against Texas Tech and the Washington Commanders against the New York Giants. These selections form part of a promotional bundle for BetMGM Sportsbook users.

The Celtics and 76ers meet for the first time since Boston traded Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia. Boston enters the game with an 8-2 record and a 2-0 record on its current road trip. The 76ers hold a 9-2 record but come off a road trip that included one loss and two narrow victories. Boston features the fourth-best scoring defense in the NBA, allowing 104.3 points per game.

The SportsLine Projection Model projects a Celtics victory in 60% of its 10,000 simulations. The model has maintained a 28-12 record on top-rated spread picks for the NBA since last season. It has generated nearly $19,000 in profit for $100 players on top-rated picks since 2018.

College basketball experts favor Illinois in its matchup against Texas Tech. Illinois is listed as a 1.5-point favorite. Thomas Casale, a SportsLine expert, noted that Illinois retains four starters from its previous Final Four run. He stated that Texas Tech lacks depth due to injuries, relying on only six players. Casale believes Illinois is too strong to cover the short spread on the road.

For the NFL, R.J. White advises backing the Washington Commanders as 1.5-point underdogs against the New York Giants on Thursday. White pointed out that the Giants' rushing attack underperformed in their last game. He noted that Jayden Daniels has not thrown an interception this season. White also mentioned that if J.J. McCarthy is unavailable due to injury, Jameis Winston will start.

Bettors can combine these three picks for a potential payout of +593. This means a $100 wager would yield a $593 profit if all three teams win or cover. The offer is tied to the BetMGM bonus code CBSSPORTS, which provides up to $1,500 in bonus bets for new users.

The 76ers feature Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey in the frontcourt and backcourt. The Celtics will have Jayson Tatum and Paul George on the floor. Brown aims to prove his worth to his former team, while George looks to show what Boston gave up. The game serves as a test for Tatum's status as the primary option for Boston.

BetMGM offers responsible gaming tools including live chat, gaming limits, and timeout options. The platform lists the helpline 1-800-MY-RESET for 24/7 support. The NBA slate on Tuesday includes six games, with the Celtics and 76ers matchup drawing significant attention from bettors.