Celtics vs Knicks Prediction and NBA Tips - 9 December 2023
Last updated: Dec 9, 2023, 12:36AM | Published: Dec 7, 2023, 11:57PM
The Boston Celtics will face the New York Knicks in NBA action at TD Garden on Saturday, beginning at 11:30am AEDT.
Led by the likes of Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porzingis, the Celtics are aiming to beat a Knicks line-up that includes Jalen Brunson, Julius Randle and Immanuel Quickley.
Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Celtics vs Knicks game, plus the latest betting odds and player props, are featured below.
Who Will Win: Celtics vs Knicks
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Saturday's Boston-New York NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Celtics a 72% chance of beating the Knicks at TD Garden.
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Celtics vs Knicks: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Saturday's NBA game at TD Garden are shown below:
- Head to Head: Celtics $1.32, Knicks $3.50
- Line: Celtics -7.5 ($1.91), Knicks +7.5 ($1.95)
- Total (Over/Under 221 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 $1.32 and the Knicks at $3.50.
The Celtics are 7.5-point favourites against the Knicks, with odds of $1.91 currently available at PointsBet.
For the underdog Knicks (+7.5) to cover the line, bet365 currently has odds of $1.95.
The Over/Under for total points scored is set at 221 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 Knicks (+7.5) have a 52% chance of covering the line, while the 221-point Over/Under is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
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Celtics vs Knicks: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: New York at $3.50 with bet365
- Line: Knicks +7.5 at $1.95 with bet365 (52% probability)
- Total Points: Over 221 at $1.91 with PointsBet (50% probability)
Stats Insider's Celtics vs Knicks predictions are based on market-leading simulations and wagering expertise to bring you the best possible advice every time.
While the Celtics have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Knicks to win is our recommended option due to the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges published here at Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.
Celtics vs Knicks: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Celtics vs Knicks at TD Garden this Saturday has the Celtics prevailing 113-107.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
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Celtics vs Knicks: Player Props
Player props are a common way to bet on Celtics vs Knicks without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to project individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Jayson Tatum is expected to lead the Celtics with 28 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists, while Jalen Brunson is projected to have 26 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists for the Knicks.
Celtics Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jayson Tatum | 28 | 9 | 5 |
| Jaylen Brown | 23 | 5 | 4 |
| Kristaps Porzingis | 21 | 6 | 2 |
| Jrue Holiday | 17 | 5 | 7 |
| Derrick White | 16 | 3 | 4 |
Knicks Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Brunson | 26 | 4 | 5 |
| Julius Randle | 21 | 9 | 4 |
| Immanuel Quickley | 15 | 3 | 3 |
| RJ Barrett | 14 | 4 | 2 |
| Josh Hart | 8 | 7 | 2 |
Remember, our model updates regularly, so refresh this page for the latest betting predictions before the Boston vs New York match-up at TD Garden.
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Celtics vs Knicks: Preview
The NBA game between the Celtics and Knicks at TD Garden is scheduled to begin at 11:30am AEDT on Saturday.
- Teams: Boston Celtics vs New York Knicks
- Date: Saturday 9 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 stated.
Our Boston vs New York predictions have been made based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced 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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