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New York Knicks at Boston Celtics odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Boston Celtics (62-17) welcome the New York Knicks (47-32) to TD Garden Thursday. Tip is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Knicks vs. Celtics odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Celtics lead 4-0

The Celtics have won each of the 4 games between the 2 teams and are 3-0-1 against the spread (ATS) in those games. Boston is coming off a 104-91 road loss to the Milwaukee Bucks Tuesday, failing to cover as a 3.5-point underdog. It had won the 5 games prior. The Celtics are just 2-5-1 ATS in their last 8 and 40-35-4 ATS on the season.

The Knicks are riding a 2-game win streak, most recently beating the Chicago Bulls 128-117 on the road Tuesday as a 5-point favorite. New York has covered in 7 of its last 10 games and is 3-1 ATS in its last 4. The Knicks are 42-34-3 ATS on the season. They are led by G Jalen Brunson, who is averaging 28.4 points per game.

Knicks at Celtics odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:01 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Knicks -138 (bet $138 to win $100) | Celtics +118 (bet $100 to win $118)
Against the spread (ATS): Knicks -2.5 (-110) | Celtics +2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 214 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Knicks at Celtics key injuries

Knicks

F Julius Randle (shoulder) out

Celtics

G Jaylen Brown (hand) questionable
G Jrue Holiday (patella) questionable
C Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) questionable
F Jayson Tatum (knee) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Knicks at Celtics picks and predictions

Prediction

Knicks 110, Celtics 105

Moneyline

BET KNICKS (-138).

There’s no good reason, besides this being a nationally televised game, why any Celtics star would play. They have already clinched the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference. Boston has lost 3 of its last 8 and is 0-2-1 ATS in its last 3 games.

The Knicks are 3-1 ATS in their last 4 and 5-4 ATS in their last 9 on the road. They could slide to the 6th seed or stay as high as No. 3. New York has won 2 straight road games with those wins against Milwaukee and Chicago.

Expect the motivation to be there for the road team and take KNICKS (-138).

Against the spread

AVOID.

Given the unknown regarding who will take the court for Boston, the New York moneyline is the better option here.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 214 (-112).

The Knicks have gone Over in 8 of their last 9 games, scoring at least 120 points in 3 of their last 4. The Brunson-led Knicks offense is clicking on all cylinders, and they have a strong presence on the offensive glass, sitting 1st in offensive rebounding rate.

The Celtics have scored at least 118 points in 3 of their last 5 and have gone Over in 3 of those 5. They have also gone Over in 8 of their last 11. Considering the trends for both teams, back OVER 214 (-112).

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New York Knicks at Boston Celtics odds, picks and predictions

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

The New York Knicks (38-27) wrap up a 2-game road trip at the Boston Celtics (45-19) Sunday. Tip-off from TD Garden is set for 6:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Knicks vs. Celtics odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Knicks lead the season series 2-1 heading into the final matchup. Boston won the first meeting Nov. 5, covering as 4-point favorites. New York has won each of the last 2 matchups, covering as 8.5-point underdogs Jan. 26, and covering as 2-point underdogs Feb. 27.

New York won 122-120 Friday vs. Miami, covering as 1-point underdogs. New York has now won 8 straight games.

Boston lost 115-105 Friday vs. Brooklyn despite getting out to an early 1st quarter lead. The Celtics failed to cover as 10-point favorites in that game and have now lost 2 of their last 3.

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Knicks at Celtics odds

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

Moneyline (ML): Knicks +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Celtics -210 (bet $210 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Knicks +5.5 (-115) | Celtics -5.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 227.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Knicks at Celtics key injuries

Knicks

None

Celtics

G Malcom Brogdon (ankle) questionable
G Jaylen Brown (facial fracture) available
C Robert Williams III (hamstring) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Knicks at Celtics picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 119, Knicks 117

Moneyline

AVOID.

The Celtics are the more talented team and are 25-8 at home on the season, which is why they are the favorite. New York is the hotter team and is looking to close out a 3-1 series win this season vs. the defending Eastern Conference Champions. Avoid this bet as this one could go either way.

Against the spread

BET KNICKS +5.5 (-115).

New York is 7-0 ATS in its last 7 games and 6-0 in the last 6 games playing on 1 day of rest. Boston is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 overall and 0-3 ATS in the last 3 overall.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 227.5 (-112).

The Over is 5-0 in New York’s last 5 when playing a team with a home winning percentage better than .600. For Boston, the Over is 4-1 in its last 5 home games and 4-1 in the last 5 following a loss. The Over is also 5-2 in the last 7 meetings overall.

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New York Knicks at Boston Celtics odds, picks and predictions

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

The New York Knicks (26-23) and Boston Celtics (35-14) meet Thursday at TD Garden. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Knicks vs. Celtics odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Knicks covered the spread as 3.5-point underdogs Tuesday in a 105-103 win vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers. F Julius Randle finished with 36 points and 13 rebounds, both game-highs, as New York ended its 4-game skid. The Knicks are 2-4 against the spread (ATS) vs. the Celtics in their last 6 meetings.

Boston failed to cover as a 2.5-point underdog Tuesday in a 98-95 loss at the Miami Heat. F Jayson Tatum scored a game-high 31 points as the Celtics blew a 14-point 2nd-half lead, scoring a season-low 13 points in the 4th quarter. The Celtics are 5-1 ATS in division games.

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Knicks at Celtics odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:05 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Knicks +280 (bet $100 to win $280) | Celtics -340 (bet $340 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Knicks +8.5 (-112) | Celtics -8.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 226.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Knicks at Celtics key injuries

Knicks

G Evan Fournier (personal reasons) out
C Mitchell Robinson (thumb) out

Celtics

G Marcus Smart (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Knicks at Celtics picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 117, Knicks 102

Moneyline

PASS.

The Celtics should win, but there is no need to risk more than 3 times your potential profit on the moneyline when Boston should win by margin. Bet the spread or total instead.

Against the spread

BET CELTICS -8.5 (-108).

Boston has played well against New York in recent meetings and should have the motivation to win by margin on national television after back-to-back losses. G Jaylen Brown, G Malcolm Brodgon and F Al Horford all being removed from the injury report should set the Celtics up for success vs. a Knicks team that has lost 4 of 5. Lay the points with the Celtics who are almost back to full strength.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 226.5 (-112).

The Under is 4-1 in New York’s last 5 games vs. teams with a winning percentage above .600 and 4-0 in Boston’s last 4 games. These teams play low-scoring games vs. each other in Boston, with the Under hitting in 4 of the last 5 meetings at TD Garden, and Thursday’s matchup should be another low-scoring contest as the Celtics tighten up defensively after back-to-back losses.

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New York Knicks at Boston Celtics odds, picks and prediction

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

The New York Knicks (19-20) and Boston Celtics (18-21) face each other for the second time in three nights Friday. The tip-off at TD Garden is 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Knicks vs. Celtics odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Knicks beat the Celtics 108-105 Thursday night on New York SF R.J. Barrett’s game-winning, buzzer-beating 3-point shot. They have won two straight games and five of their last seven. They are 2-1 against the Celtics this season.

The Celtics have lost their last two games and five of their last seven. They beat the Knicks 114-107 at home Dec. 18. They are 5-10 straight-up (SU) in their last 15 games.

Knicks at Celtics odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 1:20 p.m. ET.

Money line: Knicks +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Celtics -280 (bet $280 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Knicks +6.5 (-108) | Celtics -6.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 207.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)

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Knicks at Celtics key injuries

Knicks

G Evan Fournier (thigh) questionable
C Nerlens Noel (reconditioning) questionable
G Derrick Rose (ankle) out
G Kemba Walker (knee) out

Celtics

G Payton Pritchard (health and safety protocols) out

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Knicks at Celtics odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 111, Knicks 103

Money line

The Knicks actually have a winning record on the road but the Celtics play much better at home. They are 11-8 SU at home and only 7-13 SU on the road.

The Knicks might have beaten the Celtics two nights ago, but it is hard to beat teams in consecutive games. The Celtics have their best players playing.

Take the CELTICS (-280).

Against the spread

The Knicks were the underdogs Thursday when they beat the Celtics. That was the first time that they covered the spread as underdogs since Nov. 30.

The Celtics have failed to cover the spread in the last five games as favorites, so the result of this game will go against one of the two trends.

I think the Celtics will bounce back nicely and get a big game from forwards Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum.

Take the CELTICS -6.5 (-112).

Over/Under

All three Knicks-Celtics meetings have gone Over the total. Only two of the Celtics’ last 12 games have had a total of less than 208. Only two of the Knicks’ last seven games have hit the Over.

Take OVER 207.5 (-115).

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New York Knicks at Boston Celtics odds, picks and predictions

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

The New York Knicks (13-16) travel to TD Garden Saturday to take on the Boston Celtics (14-15). Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Knicks vs. Celtics odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Celtics lost as 4-point home underdogs to the Golden State Warriors 111-107 Friday. They were down 20 points in the second quarter but managed to battle back to only lose 4, helping those that got their ticket at +4.5.

Led by SF Jayson Tatum and SG Jaylen Brown, the Celtics will be short-handed, mainly in their backcourt. They were down C Al Horford and PF Grant Williams against Golden State.

The Celtics are 15-13-1 ATS this season. The Knicks, who have been drastically disappointing so far, have one of the worst ATS records at 12-17.

Sadly, this matchup will look far different than the thriller that helped commence the season. New York SG RJ Barrett is out and PG Kemba Walker isn’t getting minutes. The Knicks will need a ton of help to pull this upset off, having lost 4 of their last 5.

Knicks at Celtics odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:40 a.m. ET.

Money line: Knicks +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Celtics -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Knicks +4.5 (-107) | Celtics -4.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 210.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Knicks at Celtics key injuries

Knicks

SG RJ Barrett (health and safety protocols) out
SG Quentin Grimes (health and safety protocols) out
SF Kevin Knox II (health and safety protocols) out
SG Immanuel Quickley (health and safety protocols) out
PG Derrick Rose (ankle) questionable
PF Obi Toppin (health and safety protocols) out

Celtics

Not yet submitted (below is from Friday’s game)
PF Jabari Parker (health and safety protocols) out

Knicks at Celtics odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 107, Knicks 100

Money line

PASS.

On the second night of a back-to-back, despite being at home, I wouldn’t lay -190 on the Celtics. Similarly, the Knicks (+155) haven’t shown enough this season to think they’d pull off the upset on the road.

Against the spread

BET CELTICS -4.5 (-115) as Tatum and Brown will be the two most talented players on the court, and the Knicks are extremely short-handed.

Key role players, which the Knicks would need to pull off this upset, will be out. The Knicks got 19 points from Barrett in the two teams’ first meeting, while SG Evan Fournier had 32.

The Celtics rank 14th in net rating, meaning they’re a bit better than their sub-.500 record indicates. The Knicks sit at 22nd, better than their already-poor record shows.

A sharp difference from last season, the Knicks can’t defend. The Celtics just put up 107 on the league’s best defense. Expect them to route the Knicks at home in this one.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 210.5 (-110) as both teams are missing key players. The Celtics have the 11th-best defense, with PG Marcus Smart set to lead the way. Brown is also an underrated defender.

The Celtics and Knicks have both been unprofitable when it comes to betting the Over. The Celtics are 12-16-1 on the total while the Knicks are 13-16. New York has been disappointing offensively.

With that in mind, I’d bet against points here as it’s been smart to do all season for these two teams.

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New York Knicks at Boston Celtics odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Wednesday’s New York Knicks at Boston Celtics NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The New York Knicks (25-26) are on the road Wednesday as they visit the Boston Celtics (25-26). Tip-off from TD Garden will be at 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Knicks-Celtics odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

The Knicks have lost four of their last five games after winning three straight. PF Julius Randle has played well of late and is averaging a career-high 22.9 points per game and 10.8 rebounds per game, as well as 6.0 assists. New York’s latest loss came to the Brooklyn Nets by a narrow 114-112 count Monday night.

The Celtics have been as inconsistent and frustrating as any team in the NBA this season. Now below .500 at 25-26, the Celtics have lost five of their last nine games, including a 10-point defeat at the hands of the Philadelphia 76ers Tuesday night. Despite being mostly healthy, the Celtics have struggled to play well consistently in the last month or so.

Knicks at Celtics: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:35 p.m. ET.

Money line: Knicks +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Celtics -150 (bet $150 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Knicks +3 (-110) | Celtics -3 (-110)
Over/Under: 209.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Knicks at Celtics: Key injuries

Knicks

C Mitchell Robinson (foot) out

Celtics

PG Kemba Walker (rest) out
SG Evan Fournier (health and safety protocols) out

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Knicks at Celtics: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Knicks 104, Celtics 102

Money line (ML)

It’s hard to feel good about betting on the Celtics right now after seeing the way they’ve played in the last month or so. The Knicks haven’t been all that impressive, either, but their defense typically keeps them in games.

Bet the KNICKS (+125) to win outright on the road, especially with Walker out for Boston. Make it a smaller wager because the spread is an even better play.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The Celtics are giving up 3 points to the Knicks, which is somewhat surprising given Walker’s planned absence. The Knicks should be able to control the paint with Randle, and they have the length to match up with Celtics SF Jayson Tatum, making this a tough matchup for Boston.

Take the KNICKS +3 (-110) to cover.

Over/Under (O/U)

The Over/Under is only 209.5 points, largely because the Knicks allow the fewest points per game in the NBA at 104.1.

The total has gone Under the projected line in seven of the last 10 games for both teams and that should continue Wednesday after Boston scored just 96 points Tuesday against the 76ers.

Bet the UNDER 209.5 (-110).

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New York Knicks at Boston Celtics odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s New York Knicks at Boston Celtics NBA betting odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The New York Knicks (5-8) head to Beantown Sunday for a 1 p.m. ET matinee with the Boston Celtics (8-3) at the TD Garden. Below, we analyze the Knicks-Celtics NBA betting odds and lines, with picks and predictions.

New York has lost five in a row (0-5 against the spread), including a 106-103 loss as a 2-point road favorite at the Cleveland Cavaliers Friday. The Knicks shot better than the Cavaliers but were outrebounded and had fewer points at the foul line, in transition and in the paint. New York was simply outworked by a Cleveland team without a few starters and the players it received as part of the four-team trade involving former Rockets SG James Harden.

The Celtics are trending in the opposite direction, winning five (4-1 ATS) in a row coming into Sunday’s tilt. Boston trampled the Orlando Magic 124-97 Friday as a 4-point home favorite without its leading scorer SF Jayson Tatum. The key to Boston crushing Orlando was the discrepancy in shooting performances: The Celtics shot 51.1% from the field (the Magic 40.4%) and 40.5% from 3 (the Magic 25%).

The Celtics beat the Knicks in all three regular-season meetings last season (2-1 ATS) and have won eight of the last nine in the head-to-head series.

Knicks at Celtics: Betting odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:52 p.m. ET.

Money line: Knicks +275 (bet $100 to win $275) | Celtics -350 (bet $350 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Knicks +8.5 (-120) | Celtics -8.5 (+100)
Over/Under: 212.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Knicks at Celtics: Key Injuries

Knicks

SG Alec Burks (ankle) doubtful
C Nerlens Noel (back) probable
PG Frank Ntilikina (knee) out
C Mitchell Robinson (heel) probable

Celtics

SF Jayson Tatum (COVID-19 health and safety protocols) out
C Daniel Theis (finger) questionable
PG Kemba Walker (knee) questionable
C Robert Williams (COVID-19 health and safety protocols) out

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Knicks at Celtics: Odds, betting lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Celtics 114, Knicks 98

Money line (ML)

PASS ON THE MONEY LINE. The Knicks were headed in the right direction, winning four of five before going on their current five-game losing streak. Based on how New York’s offense has played recently, we cannot back the Knicks to pull off an upset. Betting Celtics to win outright at the -350 price is bad long-term ROI.

Against the spread (ATS)

Boston’s offense sure didn’t appear to miss Tatum much after rolling up 124 points on the Magic Friday. The Celtics can score enough points against a Knicks defense that’s fallen to the 19th in defensive rating even though three of their last five losses have come against teams ranked in the bottom 10 in offensive rating.

And despite the Celtics’ defense being mediocre to start the season, Boston shouldn’t have a problem shutting down New York’s bottom-5 offense. CELTICS -8.5 (+100) is the right side.

Over/Under (O/U)

Last season’s final Celtics-Knicks regular-season meeting only went Over by 1.5 points, and it was the lowest projected total out of the previous eight contests. But, the three prior games went Under and I like this game to be low-scoring too. TAKE UNDER 212.5 (-105).

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