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Miami Heat at Boston Celtics Game 7 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Miami Heat at Boston Celtics Game 7 odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Miami Heat and Boston Celtics square off in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Monday at TD Garden. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Heat vs. Celtics odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Heat could not close the deal against the Celtics in Game 6 on Saturday, losing 104-103 on a buzzer-beating tip-in by G Derrick White. After leading 3-0, Miami has lost 3 consecutive games.

In Saturday’s season-saving win, the Celtics got 57 combined points from F Jayson Tatum and F Jaylen Brown. Boston is looking to become the 1st team in NBA playoff history to come back from a 3-0 deficit in a series.

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Heat 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 8:21 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Heat +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Celtics -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Heat +7.5 (-115) | Celtics -7.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 203.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Heat at Celtics key injuries

Heat

G Tyler Herro (hand) out
G Victor Oladipo (knee) out
G Gabe Vincent (ankle) questionable

Celtics

G Malcolm Brogdon (forearm) questionable
F Danilo Gallinari (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Heat at Celtics picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 109, Heat 105

Moneyline

PASS.

With all of the momentum, most people are backing the Celtics to make history on Monday. Me too, but taking the -300 moneyline isn’t worth the risk.

Against the spread

BET HEAT +7.5 (-115).

This should be a back-and-forth contest. Aside from getting positive contributions from F Caleb Martin, F Max Strus, and Vincent, F Jimmy Butler and C Bam Adebayo should have better performances than Game 6 to keep this game close.

The Heat are 6-2 ATS in the last 8 meetings and 15-6 ATS in the last 21 meetings in Boston.

Over/Under

OVER 203.5 (-110) is my bet with the expectation that Butler and Adebayo are more productive for the Heat. There have also been 207-plus points scored in each of the 6 games of the series.

The Heat are 10-2 to the Over in their last 12 road games and the Over is 5-1 in the last 6 meetings in Boston.

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Miami Heat at Boston Celtics Game 1 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Miami Heat at Boston Celtics Game 1 odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Miami Heat begin a best-of-7 series in the Eastern Conference Finals against the Boston Celtics on Wednesday at TD Garden. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Heat vs. Celtics odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Heat defeated the New York Knicks 96-92 last Friday to close out the series in 6 games. Miami has gone 8-3 in the playoffs thus far after defeating the Milwaukee Bucks in 5 games in the 1st round of the postseason.

On Sunday, the Celtics cruised to a 112-88 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 7 to advance. Boston has recorded an 8-5 record in its 13 playoff contests.

During the regular season, the Heat and the Celtics met 4 times and they split those 4 games. Miami and Boston also split covering the spread and the Over/Under went 2-2 in the 4 meetings in the regular season.

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Heat 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 11:13 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Heat +280 (bet $100 to win $280) | Celtics -350 (bet $350 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Heat +7.5 (-105) | Celtics -7.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 210.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Heat at Celtics key injuries

Heat

G Tyler Herro (hand) out
G Victor Oladipo (knee) out
C Cody Zeller (head) questionable

Celtics

None

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Heat at Celtics picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 111, Heat 107

Moneyline

PASS.

The Celtics are expected to secure the win at home to begin the series, but taking them straight up isn’t worth the risk at the current odds (-350).

Against the spread

HEAT +7.5 (-105) is how I’d wager on the spread in this game with F Jimmy Butler on the other side of the court against the Celtics. C Bam Adebayo has also historically performed well on both ends of the court against Boston.

The Heat are 13-5 ATS in the last 18 road meetings against the Celtics. Miami is also 8-3 ATS in its 11 playoff games thus far.

Over/Under

Even though it’s the playoffs and these teams are formidable defensive units, OVER 210.5 (-110) is an enticing bet. The Over is 8-2 in the last 10 meetings in Boston.

The Heat are also 8-1 to the Over in their last 9 road games, while the Celtics are 5-1 to the Over in their last 6 games following a win.

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Boston Celtics at Atlanta Hawks Game 6 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Boston Celtics at Atlanta Hawks Game 6 odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Boston Celtics travel to take on the Atlanta Hawks for Game 6 of their Eastern Conference 1st-round playoff series on Thursday at State Farm Arena. Boston leads the series 3-2. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Hawks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Celtics lost 119-117 to the Hawks in Game 5 on Tuesday despite being 14-point home favorites. Boston would prefer to close out the series as soon as possible with the Philadelphia 76ers already finished an resting while they wait to face the winner of this series.

G Trae Young led the way for the Hawks with 38 points and 13 assists. Atlanta will get G Dejounte Murray back for Game 6 after he missed Game 5 due to being suspended for contact with an official.

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Celtics at Hawks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:43 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -300 (bet $300 to win $100) | Hawks +240 (bet $100 to win $240)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -6.5 (-115) | Hawks +6.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 232.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Celtics at Hawks key injuries

Celtics

None

Hawks

None

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Celtics at Hawks picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 121, Hawks 116

Moneyline

AVOID.

The Celtics (-300) are heavily favored to win the series on the road on Thursday, so taking them to secure the victory isn’t worth the risk at the current odds.

Against the spread

HAWKS +6.5 (-105) is the lean in this matchup as it’s hard to see the Celtics getting a win by margin on the road right now. Young has been finding his groove in this series and Murray is back on Thursday to help keep this game close.

Over/Under

OVER 232.5 (-115) is how I’d wager on the total as we’ve seen high-scoring contests in each of the last 3 games. I’m also expecting F Jayson Tatum to show up in a potential close-out game for the Celtics following a forgettable performance in Game 5.

The Over is 5-2 in the last 7 meetings overall and the Over has hit in each of the last 3 games of this series.

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Boston Celtics at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and predictions

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

The Boston Celtics (52-24) will square off against the Milwaukee Bucks (55-21) on Thursday at Fiserv Forum. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Bucks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Celtics lost 130-111 to the Washington Wizards on Tuesday despite being 10.5-point road favorites. Boston is 3 games behind Milwaukee for the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference.

The Bucks covered as 12.5-point road favorites Wednesday in a 149-136 win over the Indiana Pacers. Milwaukee has won 5 of its last 6 games.

The Celtics and the Bucks have split 2 games this season, each winning at home. Boston won 139-118 as a 4-point favorite on Dec. 25 while Milwaukee failed to cover a 9.5-point spread on Feb. 14, winning 131-125 in overtime. The Over 226.5 cashed in both games.

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Celtics at Bucks odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:27 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Bucks -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics +2.5 (-115) | Bucks -2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 236.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Celtics at Bucks key injuries

Celtics

C Robert Williams III (knee) questionable
F Grant Williams (illness) questionable

Bucks

Not yet submitted

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Celtics at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 122, Celtics 116

Moneyline

If you’re able to get the BUCKS (-145) at the current odds or better, then there’s some value in taking their moneyline. But if they are available at -155 odds or worse, then taking Milwaukee isn’t worth the risk.

Against the spread

BUCKS -2.5 (-105) is the pick in this highly-anticipated contest between 2 of the top teams in the NBA. Assuming Milwaukee plays some combo of F Giannis Antetokounmpo and/or G Jrue Holiday and F Khris Middleton, then it should be able to take care of business at home.

The Bucks are 10-2 ATS in their last 12 games playing on 0 days of rest.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 236.5 (-110).

This is a crucial game in the Eastern Conference playoff race and both teams have talented scorers on the court. Both teams are top 13 in offensive rating and this is a pace-up game for Boston.

The Celtics have hit the Over in 4 straight road games and the Over is 8-2 in the last 10 meetings when the Bucks are the home team.

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Boston Celtics at Portland Trail Blazers odds, picks and predictions

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

The Boston Celtics (48-22) travel West to face the Portland Trail Blazers (31-38) on Friday at Moda Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Trail Blazers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Celtics beat the the Minnesota Timberwolves 104-102 on Wednesday despite not covering as 4-point road favorites. Boston is 2 games behind the Milwaukee Bucks for the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference.

The Trail Blazers failed to cover as 3-point home underdogs in their 123-107 loss to the New York Knicks on Tuesday. Portland is on a 4-game losing streak and is currently the No. 13 seed in the Western Conference.

The Celtics and the Trail Blazers will duke it out for the 2nd time this season. Boston won 115-98 on March 8, covering as 9.5-point home favorites while the 230.5 Under hit.

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Celtics at Trail Blazers odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:13 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -190 (bet $190 to win $100) | Trail Blazers +160 (bet $100 to win $160)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -4.5 (-110) | Trail Blazers +4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 229.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Celtics at Trail Blazers key injuries

Celtics

F Jayson Tatum (hip) questionable
C Robert Williams III (hamstring) out

Trail Blazers

G Damian Lillard (calf) probable
F Jerami Grant (quad) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Celtics at Trail Blazers picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 120, Trail Blazers 114

Moneyline

AVOID.

Assuming that Tatum is active for the Celtics, taking them in a parlay isn’t the worst idea, but they aren’t worth taking straight up at the current -190 odds.

Against the spread

CELTICS -4.5 (-110) is how I’d bet the spread if Tatum is available to play. Boston realizes it can gain ground on Milwaukee for the No. 1 seed with a win after the Bucks surprisingly lost to the Indiana Pacers on Thursday.

The Celtics are 16-5 ATS in their last 21 road meetings against the Trail Blazers.

Over/Under

BET OVER 229.5 (-115).

Both of these teams are top 8 in offensive rating and Lillard is expected to suit up for the Trail Blazers. The Celtics are 6-1 to the Over in their last 7 games against a team with a losing record, and the Over is 6-1 in the last 7 meetings.

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Boston Celtics at New York Knicks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Boston Celtics at New York Knicks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Boston Celtics (44-17) face the New York Knicks (35-27) on Monday at Madison Square Garden. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Knicks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Celtics defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 110-107 to cover as 1-point road favorites on Saturday. Boston is on a 3-game winning streak and has the league’s best record.

The Knicks cruised as 4-point home favorites in their 128-108 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday. New York has won 5 games in a row and 8 of its last 10 games.

This will be the 3rd meeting between Boston and New York. The road team won and covered the spread in the 1st 2 meetings and the Over connected in both matchups.

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Celtics at Knicks odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:56 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Knicks +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -2.5 (-115) | Knicks +2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Celtics at Knicks key injuries

Celtics

F Jaylen Brown (personal) out
G Derrick White (ankle) probable

Knicks

None

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Celtics at Knicks picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 116, Knicks 112

Moneyline

Despite the Knicks playing some good basketball recently, I’m taking the CELTICS (-140) in this matchup. I wouldn’t play Boston’s moneyline at anything worse than -150 odds in this game.

The Celtics are 20-10 on the road this season while the Knicks are 17-15 at home.

Against the spread

CELTICS -2.5 (-115) is the lean despite Boston being without its 2nd-best player. The Celtics have shown they can win games without Brown as they own one of the most well-rounded rotations in the NBA led by F Jayson Tatum.

Boston is 7-1 ATS in its last 8 games overall and 5-2 ATS in its last 7 road meetings against New York.

Over/Under

OVER 223.5 (-108) is the pick here with both teams being in the top 6 in offensive rating this season. The Over is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings in New York and 5-1 in the last 6 meetings overall.

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Boston Celtics at Indiana Pacers odds, picks and predictions

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

The Boston Celtics (42-17) face the Indiana Pacers (26-34) on Thursday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Pacers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Celtics cruised to a 127-109 victory over the Detroit Pistons as 11.5-point home favorites on Feb. 15 before the All-Star break. Boston owns the best record in the NBA and is half a game ahead of the Milwaukee Bucks in the Eastern Conference.

The Pacers covered as 2.5-point home favorites in a 117-113 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Feb. 15 Indiana has won only 2 of its last 10 games and is the No. 12 seed in the Eastern Conference.

This will be the Celtics and the Pacers’ second meeting of the season. Indiana upset Boston as a 9.5-point road underdog to win 117-112 while the Under (232.5) hit on Dec. 21.

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Celtics at Pacers odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:17 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -330 (bet $330 to win $100) | Pacers +270 (bet $100 to win $270)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -8.5 (-105) | Pacers +8.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 232.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Celtics at Pacers key injuries

Celtics

None

Pacers

None

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Celtics at Pacers picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 123, Pacers 111

Moneyline

AVOID.

Unless you’re confident in the Pacers pulling off another upset over the No. 1-seed Celtics then it’s not worth wagering on the moneyline in this contest.

Against the spread

BET CELTICS -8.5 (-105).

These teams are going in opposite directions and the Celtics understand how important each game is down the stretch with the Bucks right behind them in the standings. Boston is 6-0 ATS in its last 6 games overall and Indiana is 0-4 ATS in its last 4 games following a win.

Over/Under

OVER 232.5 (-110) is the lean here with F Jayson Tatum and F Jaylen Brown coming off spectacular performances in the All-Star Game. This is also a pace-up game for Boston and Indiana has the 8th-worst defensive rating in the NBA.

The Celtics are 4-0 to the Over in their last 4 games overall and the Over is 8-3 in the last 11 meetings between these teams.

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Boston Celtics at Brooklyn Nets odds, picks and predictions

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

The Boston Celtics (30-12) will go up against the Brooklyn Nets (27-13) on Thursday at Barclays Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Nets odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Celtics defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 125-114 on Wednesday to cover as 9-point favorites at home. Boston is on a 4-game winning streak and has won 8 of its last 10 games.

The Nets secured a 102-101 victory over the Miami Heat on Sunday despite not covering as 2-point favorites on the road. Brooklyn has won 9 of its last 10 games, but F Kevin Durant is expected to miss multiple weeks with a knee injury.

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Celtics at Nets odds

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Moneyline (ML): Celtics -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Nets +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -2.5 (-118) | Nets +2.5 (-102)
Over/Under (O/U): 227.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Celtics at Nets key injuries

Celtics

Not yet submitted

Nets

C Nic Claxton (shoulder) probable
F Kevin Durant (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Celtics at Nets picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 122, Nets 112

Moneyline

At the moment, I’d try to get the CELTICS (-145) moneyline before the odds get worse. I would only play this at -150 or better, so if it gets closer to -200, then I’d only consider taking Boston to win in parlays.

Against the spread

CELTICS -2.5 (-118) is an intriguing wager as it feels like this should be a bigger spread with Durant sidelined for the Nets. There’s a chance Boston rests some players on the 2nd leg of a back-to-back, but the Celtics are still the superior team.

The Celtics are 4-0-1 ATS in their last 5 games playing on 0 days of rest. Boston is also 5-0 ATS in its last 5 road meetings against Brooklyn and 4-0 ATS in the last 4 meetings overall.

Over/Under

Even with Durant out, OVER 227.5 (-115) is where I’m leaning in this game. Both of these teams are top 5 in offensive rating this season.

The Nets are 5-0 to the Over in their last 5 games playing on 3 or more days of rest. The Over is also 9-4 in the last 13 meetings between the Celtics and the Nets.

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New Orleans Pelicans at Boston Celtics odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Boston Celtics odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New Orleans Pelicans (25-16) face the Boston Celtics (29-12) Wednesday at TD Garden. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Pelicans vs. Celtics odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Pelicans secured a 132-112 victory over the Washington Wizards on Monday to cover as 1.5-point road underdogs. New Orleans has lost 4 of its last 6 games.

The Celtics defeated the Chicago Bulls 107-99 on Monday despite failing to cover as 9.5-point favorites at home. Boston is on a 3-game winning streak and has won 7 of its last 9 games.

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Pelicans at Celtics odds

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Moneyline (ML): Pelicans +350 (bet $100 to win $350) | Celtics -425 (bet $425 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pelicans +9.5 (-110) | Celtics -9.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 231.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Pelicans at Celtics key injuries

Pelicans

F Brandon Ingram (toe) out
F Herbert Jones (back) doubtful
F Zion Williamson (hamstring) out

Celtics

G Marcus Smart (knee) questionable
C Robert Williams (knee) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Pelicans at Celtics picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 116, Pelicans 109

Moneyline

I’ll PASS on the moneyline in this game because the Celtics (-425) are too heavily favored. Taking Boston straight up isn’t advised at the current odds because risking more than 4 times your potential return is not a good wager.

Against the spread

Even though the Celtics are the better team and healthier, PELICANS +9.5 (-110) is where I’m leaning. New Orleans has shown that its capable of keeping games close despite not having Ingram or Williamson available.

The Celtics are also 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games.

Over/Under

With the number of notable players that could miss Wednesday’s game, UNDER 231.5 (-112) feels like the ideal way to bet the total. The recent trends also make the Under an intriguing wager.

The Pelicans have gone Under in 15 of their last 18 games against a team with a winning record. The Under is also 4-0 in the last 4 meetings between these sides and 15-6 in their last 21 meetings in Boston.

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Boston Celtics at Dallas Mavericks odds, picks and predictions

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

The Boston Celtics (26-12) go up against the Dallas Mavericks (22-16) Thursday at American Airlines Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Mavericks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Celtics suffered a surprising 150-117 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder Tuesday as they failed to cover as 11.5-point favorites on the road. Boston has lost 2 games in a row by 12 or more points.

The Mavericks defeated the Houston Rockets 111-106 Monday but failed to cover as 7-point road favorites. Dallas is on a 7-game win streak.

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Celtics at Mavericks odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:30 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Mavericks -+120 (bet $100 to win $120)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -2.5 (-115) | Mavericks +2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 230.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Celtics at Mavericks key injuries

Celtics

None

Mavericks

F Dorian Finney-Smith (adductor) out
F Maxi Kleber (hamstring) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Celtics at Mavericks picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 118, Mavericks 114

Moneyline

Even though they’ve lost 2 straight games, CELTICS (-140) feels like the correct choice. It’s hard to imagine Boston losing 3 consecutive games and the Celtics are the more well-rounded team.

Against the spread

CELTICS -2.5 (-115) is an intriguing wager as we only need Boston to win by at least one 3-pointer to cover the spread. While slowing down G Luka Doncic is easier said than done, F Jayson Tatum and F Jaylen Brown are poised for big games for the Celtics.

The Mavericks are 0-6-1 ATS in their last 7 games coming off 2 days of rest and the Celtics are 12-5 ATS in their last 17 road meetings against the Mavericks.

Over/Under

Even with the majority of the trends signaling that the Under is the ideal play, OVER 230.5 (-108) is where I’m leaning in this matchup. Both of these teams are top 5 teams in offensive rating and top 7 in true-shooting percentage.

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