Celtics kick off a tough West coast trip AND follow-up to Suns-Warriors | NBA Friday Shootaround

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Boston kicks off a West-coast trip in Utah, and the Suns are still streaking.

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I’m Eric Rosales … and this is NBA Friday Shootaround. 

‍Since a 2-5 start to the year, the C’s have the fourth-best record in the NBA.

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But it’s been a battle on the road, where they’re just 4-4 in their last eight. The defense has been outstanding, but the offense has struggled to put up points.

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I don’t know if they can keep up with a Jazz side that’s third in scoring defense, and ranks first in offensive rating.

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I’m taking Utah to cover.

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It’s Suns-Warriors 2, as Phoenix looks for a 19th straight win, but the circumstances have changed since their win Monday.

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Devin Booker hurt his hamstring against the Dubs and is out, while the Suns are playing the second night of a back-to-back.

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They’re taking on a Warriors side that hasn’t played since taking that L, is dynamite at home, with Steph Curry trying to rebound from his worst performance of the season.

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I think the streak ends, but I’m more confident the top 2 teams in defensive rating show up, and keep this under the total. 

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That’s it for me. Good luck, and we’ll catch you next week on NBA Friday Shootaround.