Celtics vs Magic Prediction and NBA Tips - 18 December 2023
Last updated: Dec 17, 2023, 8:09PM | Published: Dec 16, 2023, 9:46PM
The Boston Celtics will take on the Orlando Magic in NBA action at TD Garden on Monday, commencing at 7:00am AEDT.
Led by the likes of Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porzingis, the Celtics are looking to overcome a Magic side that includes Franz Wagner, Paolo Banchero and Cole Anthony.
Stats Insider's free betting tips for the Celtics vs Magic game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed in this article.
Who Will Win: Celtics vs Magic
Using state-of-the-art computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Monday's Boston-Orlando NBA game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Celtics a 74% chance of beating the Magic at TD Garden.
More: Celtics vs Magic Match Centre
Celtics vs Magic: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Monday's NBA game at TD Garden are shown here:
- Head to Head: Celtics $1.29, Magic $4.30
- Line: Celtics -8.5 ($1.96), Magic +8.5 ($2.02)
- Total (Over/Under 228.5 Points): Over $2.08, Under $1.90
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Betfair currently has the Celtics at $1.29 and the Magic at $4.30.
The Celtics are 8.5-point favourites against the Magic, with odds of $1.96 currently on offer at Betfair.
For the underdog Magic (+8.5) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $2.02.
The Over/Under for total points scored is set at 228.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $2.08 and odds for the Under at $1.90.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Magic (+8.5) have a 53% chance of covering the line, while the 228.5-point Over/Under has a 52% chance of staying Under.
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Celtics vs Magic: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Orlando at $4.30 with Betfair (0.9% edge)
- Line: Magic +8.5 at $2.02 with Betfair (53% probability)
- Total Points: Over 228.5 at $2.08 with Betfair (0.4% edge)
Today's Celtics vs Magic betting tips are based on complex modelling and betting expertise to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Celtics have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Magic to win is our recommended option due to the edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is one of the keys to being profitable in the long run.
Furthermore, despite the Under being more likely to hit in this game, Over 228.5 is our best bet due to the better odds ($2.08) that are available from Betfair.
Celtics vs Magic: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Celtics vs Magic at TD Garden on Monday 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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Stats Insider has full betting coverage of Boston vs Orlando on Monday, including pre-game predictions, top betting tips, and live updates.
Celtics vs Magic: Player Props
Betting on Orlando vs Boston player props? Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to predict individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Jayson Tatum is expected to lead the Celtics with 28 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists, while Franz Wagner is projected to finish with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the Magic.
Celtics Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jayson Tatum | 28 | 8 | 5 |
| Jaylen Brown | 23 | 5 | 4 |
| Kristaps Porzingis | 21 | 7 | 2 |
| Derrick White | 18 | 4 | 4 |
| Jrue Holiday | 17 | 5 | 7 |
Magic Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franz Wagner | 19 | 5 | 4 |
| Paolo Banchero | 18 | 7 | 4 |
| Cole Anthony | 15 | 4 | 3 |
| Moritz Wagner | 12 | 4 | 1 |
| Jalen Suggs | 11 | 4 | 2 |
Remember, our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting analysis before the Boston vs Orlando match-up at TD Garden.
As always, check out Stats Insider's Best Bets to get betting tips on every NBA game, as well as a host of other sports that we offer predictions on.
Celtics vs Magic: Preview
The NBA match-up between the Celtics and Magic at TD Garden is scheduled to tip off at 7:00am AEDT on Monday.
- Teams: Boston Celtics vs Orlando Magic
- Date: Monday 18 December 2023
- Time: 7:00am AEDT
- Venue: TD Garden
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise stated.
Our Boston vs Orlando predictions have been made based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all 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, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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