Golden State Warriors vs Boston Celtics: Injury Report, Starting 5s, Betting Odds, Tips & Spreads - June 8th, 2022 | NBA Playoffs 2022
The Boston Celtics host the Golden State Warriors in Game 3 of the NBA Finals at TD Garden on Wednesday, June 8.
Golden State leveled the series against Boston with a 107-88 blowout win at home in Game 2.
Returning to the finals after two seasons, the Warriors looked hungrier than ever as they upped the ante in the series.
Meanwhile, the Celtics will take their shot at redemption on their home floor. Having stolen a game on the road, they will have to defend their homecourt if they are to secure their first title since 2008.
Golden State Warriors Injury Report
The Warriors have had their run-ins with injuries this season. However, their squad looks healthy heading into Game 3, barring one player.
Andre Iguodala has been listed as questionable for the game. The veteran, who also missed Game 2, has been sidelined due to knee swelling.
Andre Iguodala is questionable for Game 3, per Steve Kerr. Had some knee swelling before Game 2. Warriors about to practice in Boston.
Boston Celtics Injury Report
Boston has been fortunate on the injury front in the finals. Although Marcus Smart is a constant concern due to his quad and ankle injuries in the playoffs, the Celtics are fairly solid.
However, Robert Williams is listed as questionable for Game 3 due to soreness in his left knee.
#NEBHInjuryReport for Game 3 vs. Golden State:
Robert Williams (left knee soreness) - QUESTIONABLE
Golden State Warriors vs Boston Celtics Betting Odds & Spreads
The oddsmakers favor Boston to win this matchup by a small margin. This could be due to the team's homecourt matchup and their unbeaten record coming off a loss.
The Celtics have proven themselves to be one of the most reactive teams in the league, having come up with a win after every loss.
Odds sourced from The Action Network
Golden State Warriors vs Boston Celtics Betting Tips
Golden State Warriors
- The Warriors were 22-19 on the road in the regular season.
- The Warriors beat the Celtics on the road in the regular season.
- Steph Curry scored 30 points in his last game at TD Garden.
Click here to bet on Steph Curry scoring OVER 28.5 points in Game 3.
Boston Celtics
- The Celtics average 105.7 points at home in the postseason.
- The Celtics are unbeaten when coming off a loss.
- Jayson Tatum averages 26.4 points per game at home.
Click here to bet on the Celtics winning by a margin of 1-5 points in Game 3.
Golden State Warriors vs Boston Celtics Predicted Lineups
Golden State Warriors
Golden State will likely stick with their traditional lineup for Game 3. Considering that their main rotation is healthy, the team will see no changes.
The starting backcourt will feature Steph Curry at point guard and Klay Thompson at shooting guard. The pair will be accompanied by the frontcourt trio of Andrew Wiggins, Draymond Green and Kevon Looney.
Off the bench, Gary Payton II and Jordan Poole will see significant time on the backcourt. Otto Porter Jr. will also play a valuable role as a scorer off the bench.
The Warriors made use of Nemanja Bjelica in the last two games, albeit sparingly. He may see some playing time as well.
Boston Celtics
The Celtics find themselves in a similar situation to the Warriors. Given the gravity of the situation, Boston won't experiment with its lineup too much.
The starting backcourt will comprise of Marcus Smart at point guard and Jaylen Brown at shooting guard. Joining them will be the frontcourt trio of Jayson Tatum, Al Horford and Robert Williams.
Considering that Williams is listed as questionable, Boston may see Grant Williams step into the starting 5 at the power forward position.
Off the bench, Derrick White and Payton Pritchard may be given valuable minutes in the backcourt. The Celtics have also seen some productive minutes out of Daniel Theis. Should Williams' minutes be limited, Theis may have a bigger role to play as a rim protector and stretch big.
Golden State Warriors vs Boston Celtics Predicted Starting 5s
Golden State Warriors
G - Steph Curry | G - Klay Thompson | F - Andrew Wiggins | F - Draymond Green | C - Kevon Looney
Boston Celtics
G - Marcus Smart | G - Jaylen Brown | F - Jayson Tatum | F - Al Horford | C - Robert Williams