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Celtics vs Knicks Prediction, Picks and NBA Prop Bet: Boston (-3) as Road Favorite On February 08
- The Celtics bounce back from a loss by covering -3 vs the host Knicks.
- Our NBA expert picks include Boston hitting over 118 points.
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It’s a classic matchup of the Boston Celtics versus the New York Knicks on Saturday night in the NBA. The Celtics, coming off an upset loss against Dallas, are one of the best in the league after a defeat. They’re the slight favorites on the NBA odds even as the visitors.
Boston has not only been nearly unbeatable coming off a defeat but is also one of the best bets as a road team.
Celtics vs Knicks Prediction
Celtics 121, Knicks 110
The Celtics have beaten New York in five of their last six meetings. This includes their last two trips to Madison Square Garden. The Celtics also have an average point differential of +21.2 after a defeat.
The loss in the NBA Finals rematch vs the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday stings and will spur Boston to bounce back emphatically at New York’s expense.
Celtics vs Knicks How To Watch
- Game: Boston Celtics (36-16) vs New York Knicks (34-17)
- Date/Time: Saturday, Feb. 8, 8:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
- Celtics vs Knicks Live Stream: NBA League Pass
Celtics vs Knicks Best 3 NBA Picks Today
1. Celtics vs Knicks Moneyline Pick
Getting the Celtics at only -145 is a solid deal, even if they are against a top team like the Knicks. Boston is 14-1 in games following a loss, with most of these victories coming via blowouts. Sure, the Celtics could be without star guard Jrue Holiday, who continues to deal with an injury, but the Knicks are also down OG Anunoby, per NBA news.
Boston’s offense is nine points better per 100 possessions when the aging guard sits. Boston also has the depth to absorb Holiday’s loss. We can’t say the same for the Knicks, as Tom Thibodeau will continue to run his thin rotation ragged. The Celtics are the better team and are the right bet online to win, especially with the best road record (20-6) in the league.
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— Boston Celtics (@celtics) February 7, 2025
2. Celtics vs Knicks Spread Pick
The Celtics are only 5-10 as an NBA pick against the spread (ATS) in their last 15 games. But Boston needs to only win by at least four points to cover this. It has won all but two of its games off a loss by more than that. Additionally, per Celtics vs Knicks trends, Boston is also 4-1 ATS in its last five games against the Knicks.
New York has also only covered 53.9% of its games when playing with a “rest advantage.” So this shouldn’t be a huge factor, even if the Knicks are off a rare three-day rest. Boston is deeper, more talented, and playing with more of an edge. Bet the Celtics to win and cover among your NBA picks.
Bet on Boston Celtics -3 (-110)
3. Celtics vs Knicks Prop Pick
Boston averages 116.5 points as a visitor and 122.2 points following a loss. As such, we’re taking the Celtics to score over its team total of 118 points. The Celtics scored 116+ in five of their last seven road games. The Knicks only give up 110.6 points as a host, but they do allow 47.8% shooting from the field and 36.6% from 3-point range. These rank below average.
The visiting favorites attempt (46.9) and make (17) the most 3s as a visitor. They have a handful of players who could get hot and score 30+. The Knicks also run out of gas toward the fourth, so expect Boston to hit this total when making your picks at BetUS Sportsbook.
Bet on Celtics Over 118 (-115)
Odds and information are accurate at the time of writing. Please check with official sources for the latest updates before placing any bets.
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Question of the Day
Which team leads the all-time series between the Celtics and Knicks?
Boston has a 305-190 all-time record against New York in the regular season.
