Brooklyn Nets (22-44) vs Boston Celtics (48-19)
Game Info: Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 6:00 pm (Barclays Center)
Betting Odds: Brooklyn Nets +11 -- Over/Under: 214 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: YES
The Brooklyn Nets (22-43) are set to host the Boston Celtics (47-19) on March 15, 2025, at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. The Celtics, reigning NBA champions, have been in exceptional form, currently on a four-game winning streak. In contrast, the Nets have faced challenges this season, enduring a seven-game losing streak and holding the second-worst home record in the Eastern Conference.
Historically, the Celtics have dominated this matchup, winning 143 of 217 regular-season games against the Nets. Their most recent encounter on November 13, 2024, saw Boston secure a decisive 139-114 victory. The Celtics' offensive prowess, led by stars like Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, has been a significant factor in their success. Tatum, in particular, has been in excellent form this season, consistently scoring over 25 points in various games.
Derrick White Over 17.5 Points
Derrick White has been a key contributor to the Boston Celtics during the 2024-25 NBA season. He has maintained a field goal percentage of 47.5%, including an impressive 42.0% from three-point range, and a free throw percentage of 87.9%. Additionally, White has contributed 4.5 rebounds, 4.3 assists, 0.9 steals, and 1.1 blocks per game. Throughout the season, White has demonstrated his scoring ability and consistency, making him a valuable asset for the Celtics. Derrick White is coming off a solid game where he scored 22 points against a solid Thunder defense. He hides in the shadows of Brown and Tatum, but is truly a massive part of the Celtics' offense. I expect to have another solid game against this Nets team.
Jayson Tatum Over 6.5 Assists
Jayson Tatum has been a pivotal playmaker for the Boston Celtics during the 2024–25 NBA season. In a recent matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers on March 9th, Tatum recorded eight assists, complementing his 40-point and 12-rebound performance, leading the Celtics to a 111–101 victory. Similarly, on March 12th, in a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Tatum contributed eight assists alongside 33 points and eight rebounds, although the Celtics fell 118–112. Tatum has been doing it all as of late, and I don’t see him slowing down against the Nets. The Nets are giving up 26.8 assists per game to opposing teams, which is about the league average.
Cam Thomas Over 23.5 Points
Cam Thomas has been a significant offensive contributor for the Brooklyn Nets during the 2024-25 NBA season. In 16 games, all of which he started, Thomas averaged 34.1 minutes per game. He has maintained a field goal percentage of 45.8%, including 38.7% from three-point range, and an 85.6% free throw percentage. Additionally, Thomas has contributed 3.3 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 0.8 steals, and 0.1 blocks per game. Since Thomas has gotten back in this Nets lineup, he’s picked up right where he left off, and that’s getting buckets. He’s scored 24+ points in his last two games, and in a game I expect the Celtics to be up most of the time, Thomas will have to be aggressive on the offensive side of the ball if the Nets want to keep up.
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AUTHOR: Brad Francis
