Mavericks vs Celtics: Tatum's Return, High-Scoring Game

0:00It's March 6th for the NBA. Let's get into it. Follow and subscribe for more team news every day. The big NBA match up Friday night pits the Dallas Mavericks against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Jason Tatum could make his season debut for Boston after tearing his right Achilles tendon last May in the playoffs. He's listed as questionable, but told reporters he's ready to play if cleared. Both teams come in off losses. This fell 114 to 115 at Orlando on Thursday and has dropped 5 straight. Boston lost 118 to 89 at Charlotte on Wednesday. Tip off as at 7pm Eastern time. The Mavericks sit at 21 and 41 overall, struggling at 7 and 21 on the road. The Celtics are 41 and 21, holding strong at 21 and 10 at home. They've won three of their last six games. Boston enters as 15 and a half point favorites with a total points line of 225 and a half. Dallas is 2 and 9 and 1 against the spread in their last 12 trips to Boston.

1:00The over has hit in 14 of Dallas's last 19 against Atlantic division foes. Analysts project a high scoring affair, leaning over the total around 2.28 combined points. Tatum might see limited minutes, but his return could boost Boston's attack right away. Check your local listings or streaming options to catch the action. D&N is brought to you by our sponsor. No need to switch positions. The sound is already where your head is. S-O-L-I-S-O-L-Pillow.com.