The Boston Celtics will try to pay off for their betting supporters on Saturday when they play host to the Brooklyn Nets at TD Garden in NBA basketball wagering action.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
Sports bettors looking to pick the Boston Celtics as their prediction for this matchup, they were listed earlier as -9.5-point favorites on the betting odds board at Sportsbook. Those betting on the total over/under for points scored have seen that line set at 203.5 for Saturday at shops such as Sportsbook.
Odds Shark computer prediction handicapping models run on this game pick a 106-96 victory for the Celtics. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NBA matchups here.
Brooklyn Nets vs Boston Celtics Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Boston Celtics sit at 18-14 (18-13-1 ATS) on the season; in comparison, the Brooklyn Nets are currently 9-23 (19-13 ATS). Looking to bet on the points scored total? Boston is 15-17 OU and Brooklyn is 14-18 OU. This season the Boston Celtics are 18-14 overall and 18-13-1 ATS against the number, while the Brooklyn Nets are 9-23 and 19-13 ATS. As for the totals, Boston is 15-17 on the OU, and Brooklyn is 14-18. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Boston vs Brooklyn injuries news.
The Celtics - Nets betting odds would favor the Celtics if the lines were set according to power rankings. Boston is rated No. 11 in our latest Odds Shark poll, while the Brooklyn Nets sit at No. 26.
Statistical Matchup
In rebounding, the battle of the boards features Boston's No. 9-rated NBA squad against Brooklyn's No. 10-rated roster. When it comes to long-range shooting, Boston rates No. 9 in the league with 9.09 per game, while their foes tonight rank No. 29 with 5.38 per outing.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Nets got a 24-point performance from Brook Lopez, who added 24 rebounds, but Orlando still ran past Brooklyn 100-93 on Wednesday at Amway Center.
The Celtics endured a 112-104 loss at the hands of the Lakers on Wednesday, despite a 24-point effort from Isaiah Thomas at TD Garden.
- Brooklyn is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
- Brooklyn is 2-8 SU in its last 10 games
- The total has gone OVER in 4 of Brooklyn's last 5 games
- Brooklyn is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games on the road
- Boston is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
- Boston is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
- Boston is 2-3-1 ATS in its last 6 games at home
- Boston is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games at home
Next Betting Matchups
Brooklyn home to Boston, Monday, January 4th
