Utah at Boston

The Boston Celtics have played at such a high level for an extended period of time, it is assumed they will win every time they take the floor. The Celtics' calling card is a defense that allows just 98 points per game. They played through 21 games without any opponent scoring more than 108 points against them. The signs of fatigue, often present themselves on the defensive end first. The last nine games have seen Boston give up 108 or more four times, and it has led to them covering just three times, and they have covered just one of their last six as a favorite of -5 points or more. I think the Jazz defend well enough to bring this game down to the wire where the points could make a difference, and proven to be too many for Boston of late. Play the points on Utah.