Celtics vs Cavaliers Prediction and NBA Tips - 15 December 2023
Last updated: Dec 14, 2023, 3:15PM | Published: Dec 13, 2023, 10:05PM
The Boston Celtics will face the Cleveland Cavaliers in NBA action at TD Garden on Friday, beginning at 11:30am AEDT.
With the likes of Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porzingis, the Celtics are up against a Cavaliers side that includes Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland and Jarrett Allen.
Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Celtics vs Cavaliers game, plus the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed below.
Who Will Win: Celtics vs Cavaliers
Based on detailed machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Friday's Boston-Cleveland NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Celtics a 77% chance of winning against the Cavaliers at TD Garden.
More: Celtics vs Cavaliers Simulated 10K Times
Celtics vs Cavaliers: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at TD Garden are shown here:
- Head to Head: Celtics $1.26, Cavaliers $4.30
- Line: Celtics -9 ($1.91), Cavaliers +9 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 226 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, bet365 currently has the Celtics at $1.26. Meanwhile, PointsBet currently has the Cavaliers at $4.30.
The Celtics are 9-point favourites against the Cavaliers, with odds of $1.91 currently available at PointsBet.
For the underdog Cavaliers (+9) to cover the line, PointsBet currently has odds of $1.91.
The Over/Under for total points scored has been set at 226 with PointsBet, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.91 and odds for the Under at $1.91.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Cavaliers (+9) have a 52% chance of covering the line, while the 226-point Over/Under has a 51% chance of going Over.
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Celtics vs Cavaliers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Cleveland at $4.30 with PointsBet (0.2% edge)
- Line: Cavaliers +9 at $1.91 with PointsBet (52% probability)
- Total Points: Over 226 at $1.91 with PointsBet (51% probability)
Our Celtics vs Cavaliers best bets are based on market-leading modelling and gambling experience to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Celtics have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Cavaliers to win is our recommended option due to the edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Making use of the edges published on Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term success as a bettor.
Celtics vs Cavaliers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Celtics vs Cavaliers at TD Garden this Friday has the Celtics winning 117-109.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
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Celtics vs Cavaliers: Player Props
Looking for Celtics vs Cavaliers player props? Stats Insider uses the best information available to predict how each team's leading players will perform at TD Garden.
Jayson Tatum is expected to lead the way for the Celtics with 28 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists, while Donovan Mitchell is projected to finish with 26 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the Cavaliers.
Celtics Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jayson Tatum | 28 | 10 | 5 |
| Jaylen Brown | 23 | 6 | 4 |
| Kristaps Porzingis | 21 | 6 | 2 |
| Jrue Holiday | 17 | 5 | 6 |
| Derrick White | 14 | 4 | 4 |
Cavaliers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donovan Mitchell | 26 | 6 | 4 |
| Darius Garland | 23 | 3 | 6 |
| Jarrett Allen | 12 | 7 | 2 |
| Max Strus | 12 | 4 | 3 |
| Caris LeVert | 10 | 3 | 3 |
Remember, our model updates regularly, so bookmark this article for the latest betting tips before the Boston vs Cleveland game at TD Garden.
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Celtics vs Cavaliers: Preview
The NBA game between the Celtics and Cavaliers at TD Garden is scheduled to start at 11:30am AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Boston Celtics vs Cleveland Cavaliers
- Date: Friday 15 December 2023
- Time: 11:30am AEDT
- Venue: TD Garden
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise noted.
Our Boston vs Cleveland predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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