New York Knicks (34-17) vs Boston Celtics (36-16)
Game Info: Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 8:30 pm (Madison Square Garden)
Betting Odds: New York Knicks +2 -- Over/Under: 229.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ABC
The Boston Celtics and NY Knicks meet Saturday in NBA action at Madison Square Garden. Here’s a NY Knicks vs Boston Celtics Prediction. This article will include a NY Knicks vs Boston Celtics Pick.
Boston Celtics Betting Preview
The Boston Celtics beat the Cavs, lost to the Mavs, and play the Heat, Spurs, and 76ers next. The Boston Celtics are averaging 117.2 points on 45.8 percent shooting and allowing 108.4 points on 45.1 percent shooting. Jayson Tatum is averaging 26.8 points and 8.8 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown is averaging 23.1 points and 6.1 rebounds. Kristaps Porzingis is the third double-digit scorer and Derrick White is grabbing 4.2 rebounds. The Boston Celtics are shooting 36.6 percent from beyond the arc and 79.3 percent from the free throw line. The Boston Celtics are allowing 35.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.8 rebounds per game.
NY Knicks Betting Preview
The NY Knicks beat the Rockets and Raptors, and they play the Pacers, Hawks, and Bulls next. The NY Knicks are averaging 117.8 points on 49.4 percent shooting and allowing 111.2 points on 47 percent shooting. Jalen Brunson is averaging 25.7 points and 2.9 rebounds, while Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 24.3 points and 3.4 assists. Mikal Bridges is the third double-digit scorer and OG Anunoby is grabbing 4.7 rebounds. The NY Knicks are shooting 37.8 percent from beyond the arc and 80.4 percent from the free throw line. The NY Knicks are allowing 37.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.3 rebounds per game.
Why the New York Knicks will win
- The Knicks have won each of their last nine night games against Atlantic Division opponents.
- The Celtics have lost four of their last six games as favorites when playing with a rest disadvantage.
- The Celtics have failed to cover the spread in six of their last seven games as road favorites against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The underdogs have covered the spread in five of the Celtics' last six games.
Why the Boston Celtics will win
- The Celtics have won each of their last 14 night games following a home loss.
- The Knicks have lost nine of their last 10 games as home underdogs when playing with a rest advantage.
- The Celtics have covered the spread in each of their last nine games as road favorites following a loss.
- The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight games as underdogs when playing with a rest advantage.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Knicks rank 1st in the league for Q2 points per game this season (30.9).
- The Knicks rank 2nd in the league for opponent steals per game this season (6.8).
- The Celtics rank 1st in the league for three-point field goal attempts per game this season (48.3).
- The Celtics have made the playoffs in 10 consecutive seasons - the longest active streak in the NBA
NY Knicks vs Boston Celtics Injury Report
The Knicks will be without Pacome Dadiet and Michael Robinson. OG Anunoby is doubtful with a foot injury.
The Celtics will be without Jrue Holiday due to a shoulder injury.
NY Knicks vs Boston Celtics Prediction
The Boston Celtics are going to be favored for obvious reasons, as they're the better team on paper and have won five of the last six games against the Knicks. However, the Celtics continue to rack up these weird losses, and that latest one came against the skeleton 76ers. The Knicks have won eight of their last 10 games, and you know they'll be up for this one, as they need a confidence-boosting victory against a team they'll have to get past in the playoffs. The Knicks can't afford to lose this game. Holiday is also out, which isn't great when trying to stop Brunson. Give me the Knicks and the free bucket.
Randy’s Pick NY Knicks +2
AUTHOR: Randy Chambers
