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Boston Celtics at Atlanta Hawks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Boston Celtis at Atlanta Hawks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Celtics (57-15) battle the Atlanta Hawks (33-39) Thursday. Tip-off at State Farm Arena is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Hawks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Celtics lead 2-1; Hawks surprised Boston 120-118 as 10.5-point underdogs Monday as the Over (224.5) cashed

The Celtics had their 9-game winning streak snapped in Atlanta Monday, and in a scheduled twist, they face the Hawks for a 2nd straight game. It’s not a true back-to-back, though, as Atlanta faced the Portland Trail Blazers Wednesday night, with the Hawks winning 120-106.

Boston is still 8-2 against the spread (ATS) in the past 10 games, despite the loss, while cashing the Over in 4 in a row and 6 of the past 7 contests.

Atlanta has won 3 in a row while scoring at least 120 points in each of the outings. The Hawks have covered those 3 games, too, while hitting the Over in 5 consecutive contests.

Celtics at Hawks odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:05 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -1200 (bet $1,200 to win $100) | Hawks +750 (bet $100 to win $750)
Against the spread: Celtics -16 (-110) | Hawks +16 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 226 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Celtics at Hawks key injuries

Celtics

G Jrue Holiday (shoulder) questionable
C Al Horford (toe) questionable
G Jaden Springer (knee) questionable
F Xavier Tillman (knee) questionable

Hawks

(Not yet submitted — below was for Wednesday’s game)

F Jalen Johnson (ankle) out
F Onyeka Okongwu (toe) out
G Trae Young (finger) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Celtics at Hawks picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 123, Hawks 111

Moneyline

The Celtics (-1200) will cost you 12 times your potential return, and there is never a reason to bet such heavy favorites, straight up or otherwise. In fact, Monday’s game should serve as a cautionary tale, as the C’s were laying double-digits on the road, and the Hawks (+750) won outright.

AVOID.

Against the spread

The HAWKS +16 (-110) is a strong play catching 8 buckets. They just won outright as 10.5-point underdogs Monday night.

The books might be overthinking this a bit. Perhaps they figure that loss lit a fire under the Celtics -16 (-110), and they’ll come out mad. Perhaps there is concern with Atlanta playing a 3rd game in 4 days, and the legs might not be there. All valid concerns, certainly, but it’s hard to get past the result of Monday’s game, head-to-head.

Boston should exact some revenge, but Atlanta is catching an awful lot of points, especially on its home floor, and it is playing well lately.

Over/Under

OVER 226 (-110) is a slam-dunk play in the ATL.

The Celtics have been so-so on Over plays this season, splitting totals right down the middle at 35-35-2. However, the Over is on a 4-0 run while going 6-1-1 in the past 8 games, including Monday’s 120-118 loss on a total of 224.5. Boston has 117 or more points in 10 striaght games while allowing 113 or more points in 3 of the past 4 outings.

The Hawks have also been rocking the Over, hitting high in 5 in a row, with 120 or more points of offense in 3 straight games while yielding 118 or more points in 3 of the past 5 contests.

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Boston Celtics at Atlanta Hawks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Boston Celtics at Atlanta Hawks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Celtics (57-14) play the front end of a back-to-back set against the Atlanta Hawks (31-39) on Monday. Tip-off at State Farm Arena is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Hawks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Celtics lead 2-0; teams have split against the spread (ATS) in each meeting, both in Boston, with the Under going 2-0

The Celtics have racked up 9 straight wins, while going 8-1 ATS in the span. The Over has cashed in 3 in a row, while going 5-1-1 in the past 6 outings. On the road, Boston has won 6 in a row, while going 6-0 ATS in those outings.

The Hawks belted the Charlotte Hornets 132-91 last time out on Saturday, cashing as a 7.5-point favorite as the Over (212) connected. Atlanta is still just 2-5 ATS in the previous 7 outings. The Over has hit in 3 in a row, while going 4-1 across the past 5 contests.

Celtics at Hawks odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:13 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -700 (bet $700 to win $100) | Hawks +500 (bet $100 to win $500)
Against the spread: Celtics -11.5 (-112) | Hawks +11.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 225 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Celtics at Hawks key injuries

Celtics

G Jrue Holiday (shoulder) out

Hawks

F Onyeka Okongwu (toe) out

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Celtics at Hawks picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 124, Hawks 109

Moneyline

The Celtics (-700) will cost you 7 times your potential return, and while Boston is easily the better team this season, it’s still risky to lay that kind of money on the road. However, the Hawks (+500) cannot be trusted, either, however tempting it is to try and multiply up by 5 times.

PASS, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

The CELTICS -11.5 (-112) are a solid play on the road, as Boston has been rolling up huge offensive totals, while covering at a regular clip.

The Celtics offense has racked up at least 117 points in 9 straight games, and they have covered 8 of those outings. Boston has also covered 6 of the past 7 tries as a double-digit favorite.

On the flip side, the Hawks +11.5 (-108) are just 2-5 ATS in the past 7 games, while going 2-5 ATS this season as an underdog of 7.5 or more points.

Over/Under

OVER 225 (-110) is the play. The Over has cashed in 3 straight outings for the Hawks, while going 4-1 in the past 5 outings. Atlanta’s offense came alive last time out with 132 points against the lowly Charlotte Hornets. The team has allowed 124 or more points in 3 of the past 5 games.

For the Celtics, their offense is good for at least 116 in 9 consecutive games, while hitting that point total in 16 of the past 18 outings. The Over is on a 5-1-1 run for the C’s, while cashing at a 4-2-1 clip in the past 7 road contests.

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Boston Celtics at Chicago Bulls odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Boston Celtics at Chicago Bulls odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Celtics (56-14) visit the Chicago Bulls (34-36) Saturday night. Tip from United Center is set for 8 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Bulls odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Celtics lead 2-0

Boston has won 9 games in a row after taking down the Detroit Piston 129-102 Friday and covering as a 13.5-point road favorite. G Jaylen Brown scored a game-high 33 points while 4 of the 5 Boston players who scored in double figures had at lead 19. The Celtics shot 52.8% from the field in the win.

The Bulls snapped a 2-game winning streak with a 127-117 loss against the Houston Rockets Thursday while failing to cover as 3.5-point road underdogs. G Ayo Dosunmu scored a game-high 35 points on 5-of-6 shooting from 3 while 6 Bulls players, including every starter, scored in double figures. Chicago shot 45.2% from the field in the loss.

Celtics at Bulls odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:10 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -300 (bet $300 to win $100) | Bulls +230 (bet $100 to win $230)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -7.5 (-105) | Bulls +7.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Celtics at Bulls key injuries

Celtics

(Not yet submitted — below was for Friday’s game)

C Al Horford (toe) out
G Jrue Holiday (shoulder) out
F Jayson Tatum (ankle) out

Bulls

F Alex Caruso (ankle) probable
G Zach LaVine (foot) out
F Julian Phillips (foot) out
G Coby White (hip) probable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Celtics at Bulls picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 124, Bulls 111

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Celtics (-300), who have won 9 of their last 10 games and 18 of their last 20.

Against the spread

BET CELTICS -7.5 (-105).

Boston has been playing some of its best basketball recently and is 7-3 ATS in its last 10 games. The Celtics are 17-15-3 ATS on the road this season and face a Chicago team that is 16-18-1 ATS at home and 4-6 ATS in its last 10. With the Celtics playing at such a high level, they are the smart bet in this matchup.

Over/Under

BET OVER 221.5 (-110).

Boston has scored 117 or more points in each of its last 8 games and will carry a majority of the load for the Over. It has been firing on all cylinders on offense with 4 players scoring at least 19 points in Friday’s victory. The Bulls have scored 110 or more points in each of their last 5 games and 127 in 2 of their last 3.

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Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Celtics (55-14) begin a 6-game road trip on Friday against the Detroit Pistons (12-57). Tip-off at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Pistons odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Celtics lead 2-0

Boston won its 7th consecutive game on Wednesday night, 122-119 over the Milwaukee Bucks. They failed to cover as a 10-point favorite and the Over (226) cashed. SF Jayson Tatum crossed the 30-point threshold (31) for the 3rd time in his last 4 games and PG Derrick White added 23.

The Pistons began a 3-game homestand on Wednesday night with a 122-103 loss to the Indiana Pacers, failing to cover as an 11-point underdog while the Under (235) cashed. PG Cade Cunningham collected his 14th double-double (23 points and 10 assists) and the sophomore breakout season of C Jalen Duren continued with his 39th double-double (11 points and 12 rebounds). Detroit has lost 4 straight games.

The Celtics have won 9 of their last 10 meetings with the Pistons. They just beat Detroit 119-94 on Monday night, covering the 15-point spreads as the Under (221.5) cashed.

Celtics at Pistons odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 11:39 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -1000 (bet $1,000 to win $100) | Pistons +625 (bet $100 to win $625)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -13.5 (-105) | Pistons +13.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 224.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Celtics at Pistons key injuries

Celtics

SF Sam Hauser (ankle) probable
C Al Horford (toe) questionable
SG Jaylen Brown (ankle) questionable
PF Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) questionable
PG Jrue Holiday (shoulder) out
SF Jayson Tatum (ankle) questionable

Pistons

SG Stanley Umude (ankle) out
SG Quentin Grimes (knee) out
PF Taj Gibson (hamstring) out
SF Simone Fontecchio (toe) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Celtics at Pistons picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 124, Pistons 109

Moneyline

PASS.

The Celtics (-1000) will win this game, but you should never bet 10 units to win 1 back. You should save your bet for the spread and/or the total.

Against the spread

BET CELTICS -13.5 (-105).

It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to know that Boston is the far superior team and should on paper wipe the floor with the Pistons. The Celtics have covered the spread in 5 of their last 6 matchups with Detroit including on Monday night. They are also above .500 on the road covering the spread.

The Pistons have failed to cover in 3 of their last 4. They are just playing out the string with 13 games to go before the Pistons can look forward to possibly winning the NBA Lottery.

Over/Under

PASS.

I hate to cop out on this, but I really don’t see an edge in this game when it comes to the total. These two are 5-3-2 against the Over in their last 10 meetings. If I had a lean, it would be the Under because it has cashed in Detroit’s last 6 games.

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Milwaukee Bucks at Boston Celtics odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Milwaukee Bucks at Boston Celtics odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Milwaukee Bucks (44-24) take on the Boston Celtics (54-14) Wednesday with tip-off from TD Garden set for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bucks vs. Celtics odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Bucks come into town fresh off a 140-129 goring of the Phoenix Suns Sunday without F Giannis Antetokounmpo. He’s out again Wednesday. G Damian Lillard and F Bobby Portis Jr. each had 31 points, and the Bucks got double figures from 6 players. The Bucks pulled ahead of the Cleveland Cavaliers for 2nd in the conference.

The Celtics are 10 games ahead of the Bucks, and in all likelihood, will clinch the top seed soon. They’ve rattled off 6 straight wins after dismantling the Detroit Pistons 119-94 Monday without F Jayson Tatum and G Jrue Holiday. G Jaylen Brown‘s 31 headlined a quartet of players with 20+ points, including C Kristaps Porzingis, G Payton Pritchard and G Derrick White.

Bucks at Celtics odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:15 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bucks +400 (bet $100 to win $400) | Celtics -550 (bet $550 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bucks +10.5 (-110) | Celtics -10.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Bucks at Celtics key injuries

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (hamstring) out

Celtics

G Jaylen Brown (ankle) questionable
G Jrue Holiday (shoulder) questionable

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Bucks at Celtics and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 121, Bucks 106

Moneyline

Treat betting on the Celtics through the rest of the regular season like you’re holding a stick of dynamite. They’re so far ahead of the pack, they could rest anyone at any time, and Brown on the injury report may signal his night to chill.

Still, they’re 31-3 at home this year and have enough to beat anyone even short-handed. There’s no play on the ML here, but I love what I’m seeing from Portis. He’s inconsistent, but he has dropped 20+ in 3 of his last 7. He went 5-for-5 from long range Sunday, and I’ll take BOBBY PORTIS JR. OVER 1.5 3-POINTERS (+125).

Against the spread

This is a trap spread. The books will entice casuals to throw down on Milwaukee, but this line has been steamed up from 7.5 to 10.5. That’s because sharp bettors know this and are set to cash in. I would have taken the Celtics at -7.5. They have the talent to blow the doors off the Garden, but do they have the incentive? Too dicey for me. So let’s cook up a very winnable SGP. Take the CELTICS -4.5 + JAYSON TATUM 5 REBOUNDS + JAYSON TATUM 4 ASSISTS (-105). JT has 5+ boards in 5 straight and 4+ assists in 5 of 6. This feels like a game he’ll look to facilitate before they pull starters in the 4th.

Over/Under

Boston is 4-5-1 O/U over the last 10, and Milwaukee is 3-6-1. Head-to-head, the Over is 5-5 in the last 10. Money is pouring in on the Over, according to Pregame.com. The total has only gone up and down 1 point, so let’s take advantage before it goes up a couple of more.

Take the OVER 223.5 (-115).

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Detroit Pistons at Boston Celtics odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Detroit Pistons at Boston Celtics odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Detroit Pistons (12-55) face the Boston Celtics (53-14) on Monday. Tip from TD Garden is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pistons vs. Celtics odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Celtics lead 1-0 after 128-122 OT win at home on Dec. 28

The Pistons have lost back-to-back games after falling 104-101 on Sunday against the Miami Heat while covering as 5.5-point home underdogs. G Evan Fournier‘s 18 points led 6 Detroit players, including all 5 starters, in double figures. C Jalen Duren had a double-double (10 points, 11 rebounds). as the team shot 45.8% from the field in the loss.

Boston has won 5 games in a row after knocking off the Washington Wizards 130-104 on Sunday to cover as a 15-point road favorite. F Jayson Tatum and F Sam Hauser each scored 30 points while G Payton Pritchard had a double-double (14 points, 13 assists). The Celtics shot 49.4% from the field.

Pistons at Celtics odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:04 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pistons +800 (bet $100 to win $800) | Celtics -1400 (bet $1,400 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pistons +15.5 (-115) | Celtics -15.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Pistons at Celtics key injuries

Pistons

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Celtics

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Pistons at Celtics picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 119, Pistons 101

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Celtics (-1400), who are 8-2 in their last 10 games and 53-14 this season, or on the Pistons (+800), who are 5-27 on the road.

Against the spread

BET CELTICS -15.5 (-105).

Detroit has failed to cover the spread in 3 of its last 4 games as a 7.5-point or more underdogs and has lost back-to-back road games by 8 or more points. Boston is 8-2 against the spread (ATS) in its last 10 games and has covered in each of its last 5. It is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games as an 8-point or more favorite and is 4-0 ATS in its last 4 games as a double-digit favorite.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 223.5 (-115).

The Pistons have hit the Under in 7 of their last 10 games including each of their last 4. They have scored 101 or fewer points in back-to-back games and 114 or fewer in 8 of their last 10.

The Celtics have failed to hit the Over in 3 of their last 5 overall and have held opponents under 112 in 9 of their last 10 overall. The top-ranked Celtics defense will be the key factor in the Under hitting on Monday night.

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Boston Celtics at Washington Wizards odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Boston Celtics at Washington Wizards odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Celtics (52-14) and Washington Wizards (11-56) meet Sunday at Capital One Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Wizards odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Celtics lead 2-0

Boston won its 4th straight game on Thursday night over the Phoenix Suns 127-112, covering the 5.5-point spread as the Over (226.5) cashed. G Jaylen Brown lit it up for 37 points, shooting over 60% from the field. The Celtics also got 50 points from the combination of F Jayson Tatum (26) and C Al Horford (24). Boston has a stranglehold on the top seed for the Eastern Conference playoffs.

Washington finished their 4-game road trip 1-3 after losing in Chicago to the Bulls 127-98 on Saturday night. They failed to cover as a 9.5-point underdog and the Over (224.5) cashed. F Corey Kispert led the Wizards in scoring with 16 points hitting 3 of 6 from long range. Washington has long been eliminated from playoff contention.

The Celtics won their last meeting 133-129 on Feb. 9 in Boston. Washington covered the spread as an 18-point underdog and the Over (236) cashed.

Celtics at Wizards odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:56 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -550 (bet $550 to win $100) | Wizards +400 (bet $100 to win $400)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -10.5 (-110) | Wizards +10.5 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 232.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Celtics at Wizards key injuries

Celtics

F Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) out
G Derrick White (hand) out
G Jaylen Brown (ankle) questionable
F Jayson Tatum (ankle) questionable

Wizards

F Deni Avdija (knee) questionable
G Landry Shamet (calf) questionable
G Tyus Jones (back) questionable

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Celtics at Wizards picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 124, Wizards 110

Moneyline

PASS.

You should avoid betting the Celtics (-550) as the juice is too much. Bet the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

BET CELTICS -10.5 (-110).

Boston has covered 8 of their last 10 games, 4 straight coming into this one. It’ll be 5 games after Sunday night against the Wizards. The Celtics have beaten the Wizards 5 of their last 6 games and covered the spread in 4.

Washington has lost 19 of their last 21 games. The Wizards are 1-8 ATS in their last 9 home games.

Over/Under

BET OVER 232.5 (-110).

Washington and Boston have gone Over the posted total in their last 4 meetings.

The Wizards have the worst record in the NBA because they allow the most points per game (123.9). They are also the fastest team in the NBA according to pace of play. The Celtics are the 2nd-highest scoring team in the NBA at 120.9 per game. That’s a recipe for an Over if I’ve ever heard one.

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Boston Celtics at Portland Trail Blazers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Boston Celtics at Portland Trail Blazers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Celtics (49-14) continue their 5-game road trip with a stop in Oregon to face the Portland Trail Blazers (18-45). Tip-off at Moda Center is 10:30 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Trail Blazers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Celtics swept series 2-0 last season

The Celtics have won 12 of their last 14 games, but are 1-2 on their current road trip. They snapped a 2-game losing streak on Saturday by beating the Phoenix Suns 117-107, covering the 5.5-point spread as favorites.

The Trail Blazers have just 3 wins in their last 15 games, but all 3 have come in the last 6. They snapped a 3-game losing streak on Saturday with a 128-118 home win over the Toronto Raptors when they were 2.5-point underdogs.

Celtics at Trail Blazers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:28 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -450 (bet $450 to win $100) | Trail Blazers +340 (bet $100 to win $340)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtic -9.5 (-110) | Trail Blazers +9.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 217.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Celtics at Trail Blazers key injuries

Celtics

G Jaylen Brown (pelvis) questionable
G Jrue Holiday (knee) questionable
G Svi Mykhailiuk (personal) out
F Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) out
F Jayson Tatum (ankle) questionable
G Derrick White (hand) questionable

Trail Blazers

G Malcolm Brogdon (elbow) out
F Jerami Grant (hamstring) questionable
F Justin Minaya (illness) questionable
G Shaedon Sharpe (abdominal) out
F Jabari Walker (hip) out
C Robert Williams III (knee) out

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Celtics at Trail Blazers picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 119, Trail Blazers 106

Moneyline

The Celtics have more road wins (20) this season than the Blazers have total wins (18). The Blazers, though, are 3-3 in their last 6 games after losing 9 straight.

Portland hasn’t beaten the Celtics at home since 2018.

The Celtics lost the 1st 2 games of their road trip but those are their only losses in the last 14 games.

Nothing about either team’s season suggests you should bet the Blazers to beat the Celtics and the -450 odds make betting the Celtics not worth the action.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Celtics have covered the spread in their last 7 wins, winning all by 10 or more points.

The Blazers are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games, but failed to do in the previous 7. They are 30-33 ATS overall this season compared to Boston’s 31-29-3 ATS mark.

BET CELTICS -9.5 (-110).

Over/Under

Four of the last 5 games for the Celtics have had totals higher than 217 points. The Blazers have allowed 118 or more in 4 straight games.

BET OVER 217.5 (-105).

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Boston Celtics at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Boston Celtics at Phoenix Suns odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Celtics (48-14) make the 3rd stop on a 5-game road trip against the Phoenix Suns (37-26) Saturday at the Footprint Center in Phoenix. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET (ABC). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Suns odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Teams split 1-1 straight up (SU) and against the spread (ATS) in 2022-23, with the Under going 2-0

The Celtics were tripped up 115-109 against the Nuggets Thursday, losing for the 2nd straight game on the trip. Boston was favored in each of the losses in Denver and Cleveland, too. Still, Boston is 11-2 SU in the past 13 games, while going 6-2 ATS in the previous 8 contests. The Under is 4-2 across the past 6 games, too.

The Suns have picked up consecutive wins in Denver, and against Toronto, while splitting against the number. Phoenix is 5-2 ATS in the past 7 tries against Eastern Conference teams. The Under is on a 9-0 run for Phoenix, and the total has gone low in 10 of the past 13 games for the Suns against Eastern Conference foes.

Celtics at Suns odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:30 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -225 (bet $225 to win $100 | Suns+180 (bet $100 to win $180)
Against the spread: Celtics -5.5 (-110) | Suns +5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 226.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Celtics at Suns key injuries

Celtics

G Jaylen Brown (pelvis) questionable
F Jayson Tatum (ankle) probable

Suns

G Devin Booker (ankle) doubtful
G Josh Okogie (abdominal) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Celtics at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 111, Celtics 108

Moneyline

The SUNS (+180) are a good value to nearly double up against the visiting Celtics (-225).

While Phoenix has plenty of injury issues, especially with Devin Booker (ankle) likely out at least another 7-10 days, it has picked up wins in the past 2 games. Boston has struggled against marquee opponents lately, just coming up short in Cleveland and Denver. Look for more disappointment in the Valley of the Sun.

Against the spread

The SUNS +5.5 (-110) are a solid play for the more conservative bettor, if you just can’t bring yourself to take Phoenix straight up.

Seeing Brown and Tatum on the injury report for the Celtics -5.5 (-110) is a little offputting, too, although Tatum is expected to play. Brown isn’t as much of a slam-dunk play, although he certainly didn’t look affected by his ailment much Thursday, going for 41 points and 14 boards in his 41 minutes.

Over/Under

UNDER 226.5 (-110) is quite a high number. Go low, and feel confident in doing so.

The total has gone low in 4 of the past 6 games for the Celtics, while the Under is 8-3 in the past 11 tries against Western Conference teams for Boston.

As far as Phoenix is concerned, the Under is on a 9-0 run, while cashing at a 10-3 clip in the past 13 outings against teams from the Eastern Conference.

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Boston Celtics at Denver Nuggets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Boston Celtics at Denver Nuggets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Celtics (48-13) travel to meet the Denver Nuggets (42-20) Thursday at Ball Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Nuggets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Celtics lead 1-0 after 102-100 win in Boston on Jan. 19. The Nuggets covered as a 7-point underdog, and the Under (234) cashed.

The Celtics are still likely smarting after a 105-104 collapse in Cleveland on Tuesday in a game which the Cavs didn’t even have leading scorer Donovan Mitchell (knee). The stunning comeback by the Cavs in the 4th quarter halted a 11-game winning streak, and 6-game cover run, for the Celtics.

The Nuggets suffered a 117-107 OT loss against the Phoenix Suns at home on Tuesday, and that splashed cold water on a 6-game winning streak for Denver. The Nuggets were 5-1 against the spread (ATS) in the 6 games prior to the loss to Phoenix.

As far as the total is concerned, Boston has cashed the Under in 2 in a row, and 4 of the past 5 outings. For Denver, the Under is 4-1 in the past 5 contests, too.

Celtics at Nuggets odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:53 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Nuggets -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
Against the spread: Celtics -1.5 (+100) | Nuggets +1.5 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Celtics at Nuggets key injuries

Celtics

G Jaylen Brown (pelvis) questionable

Nuggets

None

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Celtics at Nuggets picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 111, Nuggets 107

Moneyline

The CELTICS (-105) head to the Mile High City looking to wash the bad taste out of their mouth from the stunning loss in Cleveland. A win against the defending champs will feel satisfactory, and it’s a good play.

The Nuggets (-115) were tripped up by the Devin Booker-less Suns last time out at home. Boston is a good play on the road, as it looks for the regular-season series sweep in this potential NBA Finals preview.

Against the spread

The CELTICS -1.5 (+100) are an even better play at even-money, as Boston simply needs to win by a single bucket.

The Nuggets +1.5 (-120) have covered 5 of the past 7 outings, but it has failed to cover the past 2 games at home, against the Suns and the Miami Heat.

The Celtics are still 6-1 ATS in the past 7 games despite Tuesday’s non-cover. Look for Boston to get untracked with a big win against a fellow contender.

Over/Under

UNDER 221.5 (-110) is worth a look in this marquee matchup.

The total has gone low in 4 of the past 5 games for both of these teams. When the teams met in Beantown on Jan. 19, we had 202 combined points, and the Under (234) was never threatened.

The Under is 3-1 in the past 4 road games against Western Conference teams for the Celtics, too, while the total has gone low in 4 of the past 5 home games for the Nuggets against Eastern Conference squads.

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