The Boston Celtics are on the brink of elimination, trailing the New York Knicks 3-1 in the Eastern Conference semifinals. To keep their season alive in Wednesday’s Game 5, they’ll have to do it without their leading scorer, Jayson Tatum, who suffered a season-ending Achilles tear in Game 4.
That leaves Jaylen Brown as the clear focal point for Boston’s offense in a must-win scenario at TD Garden. Brown has produced solid numbers throughout the postseason and is expected to take on an even heavier load in Tatum’s absence.
Here’s the best Brown prop bet on DraftKings Sportsbook for Game 5:
Best Jaylen Brown Prop Bet on DraftKings Sportsbook
Over 37.5 Points + Rebounds + Assists (-120)
Jaylen Brown is averaging 21.9 points, 7.1 rebounds and 2.8 assists in this year’s playoffs, and he posted 20 points and seven rebounds in Game 4. However, the context changes dramatically with Tatum sidelined. In the seven games Brown played without Tatum during the regular season, he averaged 22.9 points, 6.4 rebounds and 6.3 assists — well over 37.5 combined PRA.
With the Celtics playing to extend their season and Brown likely to lead the team in usage, this is a strong opportunity to buy low on a PRA number that hasn’t fully adjusted to the circumstances.
“We’ve got enough in the locker room, so I believe in my guys,” Brown said. “Get ready to fight. Get ready to come out on our home floor and do what we need to do.”
Brown will be tasked with initiating more offense, crashing the boards and defending top matchups in a high-pressure environment. If Boston hopes to push this series to Game 6, it starts with an assertive performance from Brown.
Look for Brown to rise to the occasion in front of the home crowd and clear 37.5 PRA as he shoulders a primary role for Boston in Game 5.
