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Net rating (offensive minus defensive rating) diff (20g) (+13.6%)

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This is one of the stronger calls on the slate — Boston at 83% at home. Boston has an edge in net rating (offensive minus defensive rating) diff (20g). Boston carries a stronger Elo rating (340), reflecting a higher overall caliber of play. Boston holds a defensive edge, allowing -12.8 fewer PPG than their opponent in this window. Boston Celtics is missing Jaylen Brown, and its projected scoring availability is only 82%, while new Orleans Pelicans is missing Saddiq Bey, its top scorer, and 7 other rotation players, which materially cuts into its scoring depth.

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