76ers vs. Celtics

Derrick White is projected to exceed 15.5 points due to massive volume shifts in the Celtics' rotation. With Jayson Tatum (Achilles) officially ruled out, White moves into a primary scoring role alongside Jaylen Brown. Historically, White has been efficient in this matchup, averaging 17.8 PPG over his last 10 games against Philadelphia—already clear of the 15.5 line. The value is further enhanced by the absence of 76ers' defensive anchors Joel Embiid (oblique) and Paul George (suspension), which dismantles Philadelphia's standard defensive shell and interior containment. With the 76ers lacking their primary rim protector and wing defender, White's projected usage rate and scoring frequency are significantly higher than the current market price reflects.