Boston Celtics vs. New York Knicks Preview, Odds, Prediction (Feb 8)
- Celtics vs. Knicks prediction is at the end of this article.
- Boston Celtics are 4-1 STRAIGHT UP in the last five NBA games.
- New York Knicks are even better – 7-1 STRAIGHT UP in the previous eight events.
Boston Celtics and New York Knicks have the highest ambitions this year, and their matchup in the playoffs is quite possible. The NBA odds suggest that the two teams are among the contenders for winning the title, and that’s what all those who bet on NBA think as well.
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How to Watch
- Where: Madison Square Garden, New York, New York
- When: Saturday, February 8, 8:30 pm ET
- How to Watch: ABC/ ESPN+
NBA Regular Season Odds
| Team | Odds | Spread | Totals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Celtics | TBA | TBA | TBA |
| New York Knicks | TBA | TBA | TBA |
Game Preview
Boston Celtics surprisingly lost to the Dallas Mavericks in their last appearance, 127-120. From time to time, they slip when expected the least, but overall, this team is still the top contender for winning the Larry O’Brien trophy.
Jayson Tatum scored only 17 points against the Mavs, shooting 5-for-12. That’s below his average, the No.7 in the NBA, 26.8 points per game. Instead, Jaylen Brown had the team-high with 25 but that wasn’t enough for the Cs to beat the Mavs.
The Knicks are on a roll here, winning seven of the last eight meetings. Jalen Brunson is on the highest possible level these days, averaging 27.7 points in the previous 10 events. But not only that, but his shooting percentages are superb, 51.5% FG and 45.3% 3PT FG.
New York Knicks games in recent times have been efficient, and five of the prior six have ended with an OVER. The Knicks have the fourth-best offense in the NBA, with 117.9 points scored.
Celtics vs. Knicks Head to Head
The Cs rolled over the Knicks in the first meeting of the year back in October, 132-109 at the TD Garden.
Celtics vs. Knicks Prediction
We are positive this game will see plenty of points, though not as many as the NBA bettors expect. Why? Because in games like these, esecially with two East Conference teams, the defense will take over at some point. That’s why we pick UNDER 229.5 points.
- Free NBA pick: Under 229.5 points
