| MATCHUP | New York Knicks | Boston Celtics |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 13-6 | 11-9 |
| Spread | -1.5 100 | +1.5 -120 |
| Moneyline | -112 | -108 |
| Total | Over 230.5 (-112) | Under 230.5 (-108) |
| Where | TD Garden, Boston, MA | |
| When | Tuesday, December 2, 2025 | |
| Time | 08:00 PM EST | |
| TV | NBC | |
The Boston Celtics play host to the New York Knicks at the TD Garden on Tuesday night. Here’s a New York Knicks vs Boston Celtics Prediction. This article will include a New York Knicks vs Boston Celtics Pick.
New York Knicks Betting Preview
The New York Knicks have been in great shape as they’ve reeled off five wins from their past six outings and they will be gunning for a fifth straight victory after blowing past the Raptors in a 116-94 win on Sunday. Karl-Anthony Towns led the team with 22 points and eight rebounds, Josh Hart added 20 points with 12 rebounds and seven assists while Jalen Brunson chipped in with 18 points, six rebounds and seven assists.
As a team, the Knicks shot 46 percent from the field and 16 of 45 from the 3-point line as they looked to be in a bit of trouble after they saw their early 24-point lead get cut to just three points. The Knicks responded with a decisive 16-1 to set up the statement win at home.
Boston Celtics Betting Preview
Meanwhile, the Boston Celtics have been a team on the rise as they’ve won six of their last eight games overall and they will be eager to keep it going after outlasting the Cavaliers in a 117-115 road win on Sunday. Payton Pritchard led the team with 42 points on 15 of 22 shooting, Jaylen Brown racked up a triple-double of 19 points with 12 rebounds and 11 assists while Anfernee Simons provided the spark off the bench with 18 points on eight of 14 shooting.
As a team, the Celtics shot 49 percent from the field and 14 of 40 from the 3-point line, but this win was more about their defense as they kept the Cavaliers in check from the start to lead by as many as 21 points. This proved to be just enough to survive a rally from the Cavaliers who cut the lead to just one point with 1.2 seconds remaining.
Why the Boston Celtics will win
- The Knicks have lost each of their last six road games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a winning record.
- The Celtics have won each of their last six home games against the Knicks following a road win.
- The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six road games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a winning record.
- The Celtics have covered the spread in each of their last six home games against the Knicks following a road win.
Why the New York Knicks will win
- The Celtics have lost four of their last five games as favorites following a road win.
- The Knicks have won each of their last five games against Atlantic Division opponents.
- The Celtics have failed to cover the spread in eight of their last nine home games against opponents who are on the first leg of a back-to-back.
- The Knicks have covered the spread in seven of their last eight road games on the first leg of a back-to-back against Eastern Conference opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Celtics’ last five games against Atlantic Division opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Each of the Knicks’ last four road games on the first leg of a back-to-back have gone UNDER the total points line.
Boston Celtics Player Facts
- Anfernee Simons ranks 16th amongst qualified players for three-pointers made per 36 minutes (3.7) this season.
New York Knicks Player Facts
- Karl-Anthony Towns is the only qualified player in the league to be leading their team in rebounds per game (11.9) and free-throw percentage (87.8%) this season.
- Josh Hart has recorded 3+ steals in three consecutive appearances – longest active streak of any player in the league.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Celtics rank 30th in the league for free throw attempts per game this season (19.3).
- The Celtics have made the playoffs in 11 consecutive seasons – longest active streak in the NBA.
- The Knicks rank 1st in the league for Q2 points per game this season (32.0).
- The Knicks rank 2nd in the league for opponent steals per game this season (6.8).
New York Knicks vs Boston Celtics Prediction
The Knicks are still missing Landry Shamet and OG Anunoby, while the Celtics have ruled out Jayson Tatum and they are keeping an eye on Derrick White who is listed as day to day at the moment. The Knicks are relatively healthy, they have been building nicely over the past week or so and they just smashed the red-hot Raptors in their last game.
The Celtics have been in similar shape as they have now won six of eight following their gritty win over the Cavaliers in their last game. You can make an argument for either side here, but the Knicks have the edge in depth when you consider the injuries. So, I will stick with the Knicks to get the win and cover at the short line in this spot.