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LA Clippers vs Boston Celtics Prediction NBA Picks 11/25/24
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Boston Celtics (13-3) vs LA Clippers (10-7)
November 25, 2024 at 07:30 PM EST
The Line: Betting Odds: Boston Celtics -9.5 — Over/Under:
The Los Angeles Clippers travel to the TD Garden to take on the Boston Celtics on Monday night. Here’s a LA Clippers vs Boston Celtics Prediction. This article will include an LA Clippers vs Boston Celtics Pick.
Los Angeles ClippersÂ
The Los Angeles Clippers have been in red-hot form as they have won nine of their last 12 games and they are now aiming for a sixth straight victory after routing the 76ers in a 125-99 road win last night. James Harden led the team with 23 points and eight assists, Derrick Jones Jr added 18 points while Ivica Zubac chipped in with 16 points, 12 rebounds, and four assists. As a team, the Clippers shot 58 percent from the field and 12 of 30 from the 3-point line as they jumped all over the 76ers from the start, setting the tone with 39 points in the first quarter before they exploded for 35 points in the third quarter to put the game to bed early. All five starters were rested early for the Clippers which sets them up for tonight’s game against the highly touted Celtics. The Clippers will meet the Wizards, Wolves, and Nuggets after this game.
Boston CelticsÂ
Meanwhile, the Boston Celtics have been in red-hot form as they’ve reeled off seven wins in their past eight outings and they will be eager to build on their current five-game win streak after outlasting the Timberwolves in a 107-105 home win last night. Jaylen Brown drained seven 3-pointers to lead the way with 29 points, Jayson Tatum added 26 points with eight rebounds and four assists while Derrick White chipped in with 19 points, nine rebounds, and five assists, but no other player finished in double figures in scoring. As a team, the Celtics shot just 42 percent from the field and 21 of 56 from the 3-point line as they dominated most of the game to build a 19-point lead which proved to be just enough to hold off the Timberwolves who rallied in the fourth quarter. The Celtics will face the Bulls, Cavs, Heat, and Pistons following this one.
Why the Boston Celtics will win
- The Celtics have won each of their last 11 home games on the second leg of a back-to-back.
- The Clippers have lost four of their last five games against opponents who are on the second leg of a back-to-back.
- The Clippers have failed to cover the spread in 12 of their last 14 night games following a road win.
- The Celtics have covered the spread in six of their last seven games as favorites on the second leg of a back-to-back.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Clippers’ last four games as road underdogs against opponents who are on the second leg of a back-to-back has gone OVER the total points line.
- Each of the last four night games between the Clippers and Celtics has gone UNDER the total points line.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Celtics rank 1st in the league for three-point field goals made per game this season (18.8).
- The Celtics rank 1st in the league for three-point field goal attempts per game this season (50.5).
- The Clippers rank 2nd in the league for opponent offensive rebounds per game this season (9.3).
- The Clippers rank 2nd in the league for opponent three-point percentage this season (33.4%).
LA Clippers vs Boston Celtics Prediction
The Clippers are still missing Kawhi Leonard and Norman Powell, while the Celtics are still without Kristaps Porzingis and Luke Kornet. It’s not surprising at all that the Celtics have opened as heavy favorites at home, but I feel the line is a little disrespectful to the Clippers who are currently one of the hottest teams in the league. Sure, the Celtics don’t have to travel and they are playing at home where they are 6-2 this season, but I think the Clippers at least keep this one to single digits.
