The Celtics and Utah Jazz will matchup on Friday, Jan 5. Tip-off for the game is 7:00 ET and will be shown on NBCS. Boston is favored by 14 points in this game, and the total is 239. Who do we think will come out on top? Keep reading for our top Celtics vs. Jazz player props and predictions.
Celtics vs. Jazz Odds
- Spread: Celtics -14
- Total 239
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Game Info
- Date: Friday, Jan 5
- Time: 7:00 ET
- Location: TD Garden, Boston MA
- TV: NBCS
Jazz Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Jazz have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 4-1 vs. the spread.
- The Jazz are 3-0 ATS in their three last road games and 2-1 straight-up.
- As the betting underdog, the Jazz have an ATS record of 3-0 in their last three games. In these matchups their, straight up record was 2-1.
Celtics Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Celtics have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 2-2-1 vs. the spread.
- Boston has played well in their previous three home games, going 2-1 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 127 points per game while allowing 114. The team also performed well vs the spread at 2-1.
- Against the spread, the Celtics have put together of 2-3 in their last five games as the betting favorite. In these same games, they went 4-1 straight up.
Will the Jazz Defense Show Up in Boston?
At this point in the season, the Jazz have a 16-19 record and are hoping to defeat the Celtics. In their away games, the Jazz are 5-14 this season, while going 11-5 at home.
In their last game, the Jazz put up 154 points while shooting 51.5% from the field and hitting 16 threes. Lauri Markkanen is the team’s leading scorer, averaging 23.5 PPG. Collin Sexton is also an important contributor, coming in with 15.9 PPG.
So far this season, the Utah Jazz defense has been middle of the pack, allowing 118.8 points per game (23rd). On the road, they have been even worse, giving up 121.4 points per game (26th).
Over their last five games, the Jazz defense has been better, allowing just 115.4 points per game (9th).
One area where Utah has been strong is at the rim, ranking 8th in the NBA in blocked shots per game (5.9).
Overall, opponents have shot 48.3% from the field (22nd) and 37.6% from three (28th) against the Jazz defense.
One area where Utah has been strong is at the free-throw line, allowing just 21.5 made free throws per game (8th).
Will the Celtics Live Up to Expectations at Home?
In their last five games, the Celtics are 4-1 and have an overall record of 26-7. When playing on the road this season, the Celtics are 10-7 compared to 16-0 at home.
In their last game, the Celtics scored 123 points and shot 45.7% from the field. From the free-throw line, they were 24/29. Jayson Tatum is the team’s top scorer, averaging 27 PPG. Jaylen Brown is also a key contributor, coming in with 22.7 PPG.
So far this season, the Celtics have been one of the best defensive teams in the NBA, ranking 5th in points allowed per game at 110.8. They have been especially tough at home, giving up just 108.8 points per game, which is 8th in the league.
One area where Boston has excelled is in defending the paint, as they are 1st in two-point shooting percentage allowed at 51.0%. Overall, they are 4th in field goal percentage allowed at 45.2%.
Despite their strong defense, opponents have been able to get up a lot of three-point attempts against the Celtics, as they are 27th in three-point attempts allowed per game at 38.2. However, they have done a good job of limiting made threes, ranking 26th in three-pointers made allowed per game at 14.1.
Celtics vs. Jazz Player Props
A player prop we are looking at is Lauri Markkanen and his points prop of 21.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -110 while the under is at -120. Our model predicts that Lauri Markkanen will finish the game going 8/17 from the field and scoring 24 points. Our suggested wager is to bet on the over for his prop bet, which comes with a payout of -110.
- The Prop: Lauri Markkanen Over 21.5 Points (-110)
Celtics vs. Jazz Predictions
For a point-spread bet in this Celtics vs. Celtics matchup, we’re leaning towards the Jazz at +14. Although our projections show the Celtics winning 111-106, we suggest placing your bet on the Jazz for the point-spread.
Regarding the over/under, the current line is set at 239, and our model predicts the Jazz and Celtics to score a combined 217 points. We recommend betting on the under.
The Pick: Jazz +14 | at Fanduel Sportsbook