Is the Total Too High or Too Low?
The upcoming confrontation between the Boston Celtics and the Washington Wizards is generating interest among NBA fans and sports bettors alike. While the game promises to be entertaining, it may not result in a staggering combined score. Our prediction leans towards betting on the Under 232 points at odds of -111, highlighting the expectation for a closely contested game rather than a blowout.
Celtics Hold the Upper Hand in Recent Encounters
As the defending NBA champions, the Boston Celtics demonstrated their prowess in their season opener against the New York Knicks, winning decisively 132-109. Jayson Tatum was a standout performer, scoring 37 points, while Derrick White and Jaylen Brown contributed 24 and 23 points, respectively. This solid performance sets a positive tone as they look to continue their winning streak.
In contrast, the Washington Wizards are coming off a tough loss, having succumbed to the Celtics 132-122 in their season finale. In that game, Eugene Omoruyi led the Wizards with 26 points, supported by Jared Butler’s 22 and Patrick Baldwin Jr.’s 17. This recent history highlights the Celtics’ dominance over the Wizards, with Boston winning eight of the last ten meetings between the two teams, including their last four encounters.
Expert NBA Analysis
Expert analysis plays a crucial role in sports betting, and dedicated handicappers closely monitor team news and performance trends. Recent statistics reveal some pivotal insights about both teams:
Considering these insights, our recommendation is to place a wager on the Under 232 points for this contest.
Probability of Under 232 Winning
Sportsbooks estimate there is a 52.6% likelihood of the Under hitting, while our analysts assess it to be between 55-60%. This evaluation categorizes it as a value wager worth consideration.
Celtics vs Wizards Prediction
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Player Props
For player-specific wagers, Derrick White of the Celtics has averaged 11.2 points in the last five road games, with odds of -132 available if you back him to fall short of this mark.
Current Derrick White Lines and Odds
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Jayson Tatum, who has averaged 8.2 assists over the past five games, is a solid bet at -156 on the Player Assists prop, especially given his potential to excel against the Wizards.
Current Jayson Tatum Lines and Odds
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Correct Score Prediction
Looking for a substantial return? Consider the Celtics winning with a predicted score of 118-108, which is available at appealing odds.
Boston Celtics vs Washington Wizards Odds
Please note that betting odds update frequently, and you may find adjustments to the lines listed here.
Books Have Celtics as Heavy Favorites
Current Moneyline odds suggest a 91% chance of victory for the Boston Celtics, making them significant -1000 favorites. Conversely, wagering on the Washington Wizards grants +650 as underdogs.
For those interested in point spread betting, the current line stands at 13.5, with total points pegged at 233. If you favor the Under 233, odds are -110.
Additionally, there’s a potential betting path for the Celtics to be ahead by 20 points before the Wizards, currently assessed at -160, while backing the Wizards to achieve the same is available at +130.
Betting Lines & Odds
Moneyline
Point Spread
Total Points
Jayson Tatum: Favorite to Score the Most Points
Among individual players, Jayson Tatum is favored to rack up the most points in this match-up, with odds of -118 for scoring Over 28.5 points, while odds of -112 are available for him to go Under that threshold.
Player Points
Jayson Tatum (Celtics)
Jaylen Brown (Celtics)
Kyle Kuzma (Wizards)
Jordan Poole (Wizards)
Player Assists
Jordan Poole (Wizards)
Jayson Tatum (Celtics)
Derrick White (Celtics)
Jrue Holiday (Celtics)
Player Rebounds
Jayson Tatum (Celtics)
Kyle Kuzma (Wizards)
Jaylen Brown (Celtics)
Jrue Holiday (Celtics)
Micro Betting
Micro betting is gaining popularity among enthusiasts, allowing fans to place in-game wagers, focusing on aspects like next score and player props in real-time. Look out for the two-way lines offering options between Two-pointers or Three-pointers for your bet selection.
Team Stats
Here are the latest performance statistics for both regular season and playoffs.
Boston Celtics Stats
Washington Wizards Stats
Moneyline
- 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
- 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
Moneyline
- 1 win and 9 defeats in the last 10 games
- 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 home games
Point Spread
- -13 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
- -13 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games on the road
Point Spread
- +13 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in the last 10 games
- +13 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 home games
Total Points
- Game Totals: An average of 217.40 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 204.80 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 232: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
- Over 232 on the Road: Has not been covered in any of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 111.80 pts and allowed 105.60 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 103.90 pts and allowed 100.90 pts in the last 10 games on the road
Total Points
- Game Totals: An average of 234.80 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 227.40 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 232: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
- Over 232 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 114.40 pts and allowed 120.40 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 111.40 pts and allowed 116.00 pts in the last 10 home games
Team Stats – Avg/Game
Last 10 Games
- 2-Pointers Made: 24.40 (57%)
- 3-Pointers Made: 15.90 (36%)
- Free Throws Made: 15.30 (83.15%)
- Rebounds: Total 40.9, Offensive 10.10, Defensive 30.80
- Assists: 25.80
- Blocks: 5.50
- Steals: 7.40
- Turnovers : 9.80
- Personal Fouls: 16.60
Last 10 Games on the Road
- 2-Pointers Made: 23.30 (55%)
- 3-Pointers Made: 14.70 (35%)
- Free Throws Made: 13.20 (82.5%)
- Rebounds: Total 41.7, Offensive 9.20, Defensive 32.50
- Assists: 22.50
- Blocks: 5.30
- Steals: 5.50
- Turnovers : 10.20
- Personal Fouls: 15.90
Team Stats – Avg/Game
Last 10 Games
- 2-Pointers Made: 29.80 (57%)
- 3-Pointers Made: 13.40 (35%)
- Free Throws Made: 14.60 (76.04%)
- Rebounds: Total 42, Offensive 7.10, Defensive 34.90
- Assists: 27.10
- Blocks: 4.40
- Steals: 7.00
- Turnovers : 13.40
- Personal Fouls: 20.90
Last 10 Home Games
- 2-Pointers Made: 30.40 (57%)
- 3-Pointers Made: 12.00 (33%)
- Free Throws Made: 14.60 (74.11%)
- Rebounds: Total 44.4, Offensive 9.10, Defensive 35.30
- Assists: 25.50
- Blocks: 3.80
- Steals: 6.90
- Turnovers : 14.10
- Personal Fouls: 21.00
Be sure to check the confirmed lineups for both teams ahead of tip-off. Previous lineups from the last ten games can also be examined to assess team dynamics and player availability.
