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 Phoenix Suns odds, picks and prediction

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

The Boston Celtics (13-13) wrap up their Western Conference road trip Friday when they face the Phoenix Suns (20-4). Tip-off is at 10 p.m. ET at Footprint Center. Below, we look at the Celtics vs. Suns odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Celtics are 1-3 in the first four games of their road trip but had gone 9-5 in the 14 games before setting out. They were swept by both L.A. teams Tuesday and Wednesday before heading to Phoenix.

The Suns had an 18-game losing streak snapped by the Golden State Warriors last Friday but won their next game without G Devin Booker, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 108-104 at home Monday. G Chris Paul and C Deandre Ayton both are averaging double-doubles this season.

Celtics at Suns odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:34 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Celtics +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Suns -205 (bet $205 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Celtics +4.5 (-102) | Suns -4.5 (-122)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 213.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)

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Celtics at Suns key injuries

Celtics

  • Jaylen Brown (hamstring) out

Suns

  • Devin Booker (hamstring) out
  • C Frank Kaminsky (knee) out
  • Addel Nader (knee) out
  • Dario Saric (knee) out

Celtics at Suns odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 107, Celtics 104

Money line

The Celtics have struggled on the road out west, only picking up a win over the Portland Trail Blazers, who were playing without both guards Damian Lillard and C.J. McCollum. They are 7-9 on the road overall and have lost five of their last eight games overall.

The Suns have won 19 of their last 20 games and are 11-2 at home. Their last home loss was Oct. 27. They are second in the league in defensive efficiency.

Take the SUNS (-205).

Against the spread

The Celtics are 13-12-1 ATS on the season and are 2-2 ATS on this road trip. They are 9-6-1 ATS on the road this season.

The Suns have not been great against the spread despite all of their wins. They are 12-12 ATS overall and are 4-8 ATS in their last 12 games, a stretch in which they are 11-1 straight up. They won but failed to cover the spread against the Spurs in their first full game without Booker.

I expect the same result tonight — a close Suns win. Take the CELTICS +4.5 (-102).

Over/Under

The Celtics have had three of their four games on the road trip go Over the projected total but are 11-14-1 O/U overall this season.

The Suns recently had five straight games hit the Over but four of their last five games have stayed Under the projected total. They will need to rely on their defense more without Booker.

Take UNDER 213.5 (-107).

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Boston Celtics at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s Boston Celtics at Phoenix Suns NBA betting odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Boston Celtics (12-9) continue their road trip and take on the Phoenix Suns (12-9) Sunday afternoon. Tip-off is at 2:05 p.m. ET at PHX Arena in downtown Phoenix. Below, we analyze the Celtics-Suns NBA odds and lines, with picks and predictions.

Celtics at Suns: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:45 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Celtics +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Suns -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Celtics +2.5 (-110) | Suns -2.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 215.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Celtics at Suns: Key injuries

Celtics

  • SF Jaylen Brown (knee) out
  • PG Marcus Smart (calf) out

Suns

  • PF Dario Saric (ankle) out
  • PG Cameron Payne (foot) out
  • SF Jae Crowder (foot) doubtful

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Celtcis at Suns: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Suns 109, Celtics 103

Money line (ML)

The Suns have won four of their last five games and are playing pretty well. They will have fans in the arena for the first time this year so there will be some extra juice for the team. Boston is 5-5 straight up as an underdog but has won only four of its last 10 games. Take the SUNS -140.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The Suns are 12-9 ATS and have the fourth-best cover percentage in the league. They have covered the spread in every win this season. Boston has the same ATS record but is 6-7 ATS on the road. Take the SUNS -2.5 (-110).

Over/Under (O/U)

Phoenix’s games have gone Under almost 62% of the time. Take UNDER 215.5 (-110).

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