PREVIEW: The Boston Celtics bring elite ball movement and spacing into Brooklyn on Friday night, ranking second in low turnover rate and high offensive spacing while allowing opponents to launch three-pointers at a 45% clip. Boston enters as an 8.5-point favorite , a position the team has excelled in this season. Jaylen Brown continues his stellar campaign, averaging 29.8 points alongside 6.7 rebounds and 4.8 assists per game. The Celtics have posted a 6-4 record against the spread over their last 10 outings , showcasing consistency when it matters most. The Nets present a contrasting profile, ranking second in three-point volume at 48% while simultaneously sitting 29th in defensive three-point defense and 30th in rim pressure. Brooklyn has struggled mightily in recent contests, winning just 2 of their last 10 games while enduring a three-game losing streak. Michael Porter Jr. leads the offense with 25.3 points and 7.4 rebounds per night , though the team's overall offensive output continues to lag behind league standards. The matchup tips off Friday at 7:30 p.m. ET from Barclays Center in Brooklyn, airing on YES and NBCS-BOS.