Denver Nuggets (20-14) vs Boston Celtics (26-10)
Game Info: Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 10:00 pm (Ball Arena)
Betting Odds: Denver Nuggets +4.5 -- Over/Under: 236 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: TNT
The Boston Celtics and Denver Nuggets meet Tuesday in NBA action at the Ball Arena. Here’s a Boston Celtics vs Denver Nuggets Prediction. This article will include a Boston Celtics vs Denver Nuggets Pick.
Boston Celtics Betting Preview
The Boston Celtics beat the Rockets, lost to the Thunder, and play the Kings, Pelicans, and Raptors next. The Boston Celtics are averaging 118.4 points on 46 percent shooting and allowing 108.3 points on 45.2 percent shooting. Jayson Tatum is averaging 28.1 points and 9.4 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown is averaging 24.3 points and 5.9 rebounds. Kristaps Porzingis is the third double-digit scorer and Derrick White is grabbing 4.5 rebounds. The Boston Celtics are shooting 36.7 percent from beyond the arc and 79 percent from the free throw line. The Boston Celtics are allowing 35.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.1 rebounds per game.
Denver Nuggets Betting Preview
The Denver Nuggets beat the Hawks, split with the Spurs, and they play the Clippers, Nets, and Mavericks next. The Denver Nuggets are averaging 120.8 points on 49.8 percent shooting and allowing 117.3 points on 46.7 percent shooting. Nikola Jokic is averaging 31.5 points and 13 rebounds, while Jamal Murray is averaging 19.4 points and 4.2 rebounds. Michael Porter Jr. is the third double-digit scorer and Christian Braun is grabbing 4.8 rebounds. The Denver Nuggets are shooting 37.9 percent from beyond the arc and 76.3 percent from the free-throw line. The Denver Nuggets are allowing 35.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.4 rebounds per game.
Why the Denver Nuggets will win
- The underdogs have won each of the last three games between the Celtics and Nuggets.
- The Celtics have lost three of their last four games as road favorites against Northwest Division opponents following a loss.
- The Celtics have failed to cover the spread in 10 of their last 11 games against Northwest Division opponents that held a winning record.
- The Nuggets have covered the spread in 12 of their last 15 games on the first leg of a back-to-back after coming off overtime.
Why the Boston Celtics will win
- The Celtics have won each of their last 10 games as road favorites when playing with a rest disadvantage.
- The Nuggets have lost four of their last five games on the first leg of a back-to-back against the Celtics.
- The Celtics have covered the spread in each of their last six games as road favorites following a loss.
- The Nuggets have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games against Eastern Conference opponents following an overtime win.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Nuggets' last seven games against Atlantic Division opponents has gone OVER the total points line.
- Five of the Celtics' last six games at Ball Arena following a road loss have gone OVER the total points line.
Boston Celtics vs Denver Nuggets Prediction
I considered the Denver Nuggets and the free points because they have shown flashes here and there, which includes wins in six of their last nine games. I still need to see more consistency. The Nuggets also struggled in two games against the Spurs and could have easily lost both games. The Boston Celtics don't have any players on their injury report for once, and they're still 13-4 SU on the road. The Celtics will be eager to get that nasty taste out of their mouth after blowing the game against the Thunder. The Celtics were in control until the fourth quarter. I just have more trust in the Celtics at this stage. The Nuggets should make things competitive, though, and if I could get another bucket, I may lean toward the home team. At this line, I have to roll with the Celtics.
Randy’s Pick Boston Celtics -4.5
AUTHOR: Randy Chambers
