If you’re on the hunt for predictions regarding Bucks vs. Celtics, look no further. The Celtics are hitting the road to challenge the Bucks on Thursday, Jan 11 at 7:30 ET. Currently, the total is 243, with the Bucks being favored by 4.5. Keep reading to get our Bucks vs. Celtics player props and predictions.
Bucks vs. Celtics Odds
- Spread: Bucks -4.5
- Total 243
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Game Info
- Date: Thursday, Jan 11
- Time: 7:30 ET
- Location: Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee WI
- TV: TNT
Celtics Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Celtics have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- Through their last three road contests, the Celtics offense has averaged 124 points per game while allowing an average of 120. Boston posted an overall record of 1-2 while going 1-2 ATS.
- Going back to their last ten games as the underdog, the Celtics have a straight up record of 6-4. But, their mark vs the spread was just 9-1.
Bucks Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Bucks have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 1-4 vs. the spread.
- Across their three previous home games, Milwaukee has an ATS mark of 0-3. Their straight up record in these matchups was 1-2 while averaging 121 points per game.
- Going back to their previous three games as the favorite, Milwaukee has an ATS mark of 0-3 while going 1-2 straight up.
Can the Celtics Pull Off a Road Win?
Across their last five games, the Celtics are 3-2 and have a 29-8 overall record. In their 37 games, the Celtics are 22-5 against Eastern Conference teams and 7-3 in non-conference play.
In their last game, the Celtics scored 127 points and shot 43.3% from the field. They were also 30/31 from the free-throw line. Boston has averaged 11.2 offensive rebounds per game this season and is shooting 37% from three. In terms of pace, they are 18th in the league.
So far this season, the Celtics have been one of the best defensive teams in the league, ranking 3rd in points allowed per game at 111.0. They have been even better on the road, giving up just 113.1 points per game away from home, which is 7th in the NBA.
One area where Boston has excelled is in keeping opponents off the free-throw line, as they lead the league in fewest made free throws allowed per game at 19.4.
Over their last five games, the Celtics have been even better defensively, ranking 6th in field goal percentage allowed at 45.8% and 5th in three-point shooting percentage allowed at 34.1%.
Can Milwaukee Lock in a Home Win?
Over their last ten games, the Bucks are 5-5 and have an overall record of 25-12. As of now, they are in 2nd place in the Eastern Conference and are the top team in the Central division.
In their last game, the Bucks scored 116 points while shooting 44.7% from the field. This was below their season average of 124.1 points per game. The Bucks have been taking a lot of three-pointers this season, averaging 37.5 per game. Overall, they are shooting 37% from beyond the arc.
When it comes to scoring defense, the Milwaukee Bucks have struggled this season, allowing 119.9 points per game, which is 24th in the NBA. At home, they have been slightly better, giving up 119.6 points per contest.
Over their last five games, the Bucks have been even worse on the defensive end, surrendering 125.8 points per game, which is 27th in the league during that span. In terms of steals, Milwaukee is 25th at 6.6 per game.
One area where the Bucks have been strong defensively is defending the three-point line, as they are sixth in the NBA in three-point shooting percentage allowed at 33.5%. Overall, opposing teams are making 11.7 threes per game vs. Milwaukee.
Bucks vs. Celtics Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Jayson Tatum and his points prop of 27.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -111 while the under is at -115. In this game against the Bucks, we suggest betting on the under for Jayson Tatum and his points prop set at 27.5. Our player projection model anticipates him not reaching his prop, with a projected total of 26.
- The Prop: Jayson Tatum Under 27.5 Points (-115)
Bucks vs. Celtics Predictions
The Celtics come in as the underdog at +4.5, making them our top choice on the point spread. We not only expect them to cover the spread but also believe they have a strong chance of winning the game outright, especially if you’re aiming for a higher moneyline payout.
As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 243, and our model projects the Celtics and Bucks to reach a combined total of 235 points. Our bet is on taking the under.
The Pick: Celtics +4.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook