Boston Celtics vs Denver Nuggets Matchup

Check out our free Celtics vs Nuggets prediction for this NBA matchup in Denver. See who we like to win and cover the spread in this regular season NBA matchup.

  • The Celtics head to Denver for a matchup with the Nuggets.
  • The Celtics are averaging 118.5 points per game so far.
  • The Celtics are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Nuggets.
  • The Nuggets face Boston with a record of 20-14.
  • The Nuggets are averaging 120.8 points per game so far.
  • The Nuggets are coming off a 122-111 win vs. the Celtics.

Celtics vs Nuggets Prediction

At 10:00 ET, the Celtics (-217) will travel to Denver to take on the Nuggets (+179) in a non-conference matchup. The Celtics (-5.5) are 26-10 and 2nd in the Eastern Conference, while the Nuggets (+5.5) are 20-14 and 4th in the Western Conference.

This game will be played at Ball Arena and can be seen on TNT.

Celtics vs. Nuggets Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Boston Celtics at Denver Nuggets
  • Where: Denver at Ball Arena
  • Date: Tuesday, January 7th
  • Betting Odds BOS -5.5, BOS -217 | DEN +179 O/U 235.5

Celtics Preview: Can Boston Live Up to the Hype on the Road?

The Celtics fell to 26-10 on the season after a 105-92 road loss to the Thunder on Sunday. Boston, favored by 1 point, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 197 points was well below the O/U line of 225.

Boston led 65-55 at halftime but struggled offensively in the second half, scoring just 27 points while allowing 50. They were outscored 29-12 in the 4th quarter, turning a 4-point lead into a 13-point loss.

The Celtics struggled offensively in their loss to the Thunder, shooting just 36.5% from the field and making only 9 three-pointers at a 19.6% clip. Jayson Tatum led Boston with 26 points and 10 rebounds, scoring 9 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters.

Jaylen Brown added 21 points, with 10 coming in the 1st quarter and 11 in the 2nd. Kristaps Porzingis contributed 19 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field.

Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, the Celtics couldn’t overcome a 32-point 1st quarter by the Thunder, leading to a 105-92 loss. Boston held Oklahoma City to 44% shooting overall.

From beyond the arc, the Thunder hit 16 threes at a 42% clip. The Celtics sent them to the line just 13 times, with the Thunder making 11 free throws. Boston gave up 9 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 5 blocks.

Nuggets Preview: Will the Nuggets Come Through as Home Underdogs?

The Celtics fell to 26-10 on the season after a 105-92 road loss to the Thunder on Sunday. Boston, favored by 1 point, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 197 points was well below the O/U line of 225.

Boston led 65-55 at halftime but struggled offensively in the 2nd half, scoring just 27 points. They were outscored 29-12 in the 4th quarter, allowing the Thunder to take control of the game.

Nikola Jokić's 46-point, 10-assist performance led the Nuggets to a win over the Spurs, as he shot 54.3% from the field and hit 3 threes at 37.5%. Michael Porter Jr. added 28 points, hitting 4 threes at 44.4% shooting.

Denver struggled from deep, making just 10 threes at 30.3%, and shot 43.5% overall. Jokić scored 9 points in overtime, while Porter added 3 more in the extra period.

Despite a tough 3rd quarter where they gave up 37 points, the Nuggets' defense clamped down in the 4th, allowing just 16 points to secure the win. Overall, they held the Spurs to 111 points on 39% shooting.

Denver did a great job defending the three, with San Antonio hitting just 13 threes at a 27% clip. The Nuggets also recorded 11 steals and 7 blocks in the game.

Celtics vs Nuggets Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • In their last ten games away from home, the Celtics have a straight up record of 7-3 while going 3-6-1 vs the spread. The team's offense averaged 115 points per game in these contests.
  • Across their last three home contests, Denver has been good against the spread posting a mark of 2-1. Their overall mark in these games was 2-1, while averaging 118 points per game.
  • As the betting underdog, the Nuggets have an ATS record of 3-2 in their last five games. In these matchups their, straight up record was 3-2.
  • In their last ten games as the betting favorite, the Celtics have a straight up record of 5-5 and an ATS mark of 4-5-1.

Celtics vs Nuggets Prediction

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