Celtics vs Hornets Prediction and NBA Tips - 5 March 2026
Last updated: Mar 5, 2026, 12:38AM | Published: Mar 4, 2026, 2:00PM
The Boston Celtics will take on the Charlotte Hornets in NBA action at TD Garden on Thursday, starting at 11:30am AEDT.
With star players Jaylen Brown, Derrick White and Payton Pritchard, the Celtics are up against a Hornets side that includes Brandon Miller, LaMelo Ball and Kon Knueppel.
This article features Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Celtics vs Hornets game, along with the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday's Boston vs Charlotte NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Celtics a 69% chance of beating the Hornets at TD Garden.
Celtics vs Hornets: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at TD Garden are listed below:
- Head to Head: Celtics $1.40, Hornets $3.05
- Line: Celtics -6.5 ($1.91), Hornets +6.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 215 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, the bookmakers currently have the Celtics at $1.40 and the Hornets at $3.05.
The Celtics are listed as 6.5-point favourites against the Hornets, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Hornets (+6.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 215 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Hornets (+6.5) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 215-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Celtics vs Hornets: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Charlotte at $3.05 with Bet365
- Line: Hornets +6.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 215 at $1.91 with Bet365
Today's Celtics vs Hornets predictions are based on detailed simulations and gambling intelligence 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 Hornets 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 here at Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term success as a punter.
Celtics vs Hornets: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Celtics vs Hornets at TD Garden this Thursday is the Celtics winning 110-105.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Boston vs Charlotte game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and free betting tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Celtics vs Hornets prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates regularly, so refresh this article for the latest betting analysis before the Boston vs Charlotte match-up.
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Celtics vs Hornets: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Celtics and Hornets at TD Garden is scheduled to tip off at 11:30am AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: Boston Celtics vs Charlotte Hornets
- Date: Thursday 5 March 2026
- Time: 11:30am AEDT
- Venue: TD Garden
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Boston vs Charlotte predictions have been made based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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