Milwaukee Bucks vs Boston Celtics Preview
At 7:30 ET, the Eastern Conference-leading Celtics (+194) will travel to Milwaukee to take on the Bucks (-236) at the Fiserv Forum. Boston is currently favored by 6 points, and the over/under line is set at 241.
This game will be televised on TNT.
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Milwaukee Bucks vs Boston Celtics Head-to-Head and Key Stats
The Celtics and Bucks did not have any head-to-head matchups last season. But over the last three times playing each other, the Celtics have a record of 2-1. The Celtics also had the edge vs. the spread in these games, at 2-1. These games averaged a combined total of 243 points per game leading to an over/under record of 2-1.
- In their last three games away from home, the Celtics have a straight up record of 1-2 while going 1-2 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 124 points per game in these contests.
- Through their last three home contests, the Bucks offense has averaged 121 points per game while allowing an average of 125. Milwaukee posted an overall record of 1-2 while going 0-3 ATS.
- Boston has done well both straight up and vs the spread as the underdog, going 3-0 SU and 3-0 ATS in their last three games.
- Spanning across their last three games as the betting favorite, the Bucks have gone 0-3 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 1-2.
Milwaukee Bucks vs Boston Celtics Prediction
As the Celtics head into today’s game against the Bucks, they are 6-point underdogs. In the Eastern Conference, Boston is in 1st place and has an overall record of 29-8.
When playing on the road, the Celtics have an average scoring differential of +6.4 points per game. Straight up, they are 11-8 on the road and 7-11 ATS.
In 35 of their 37 games this season, the Celtics have been the favorite. As the favorite, their record is 27-8, and they are 15-18 ATS. As the underdog, their record is 2-0, and they are 2-0 ATS.
This season, the Celtics have an O/U record of 21-16, and the over has hit in their last two games. On average, their games have seen 232.3 points scored, and their average O/U line is 230.
Boston’s last game was a 127-120 win over the Timberwolves. They were 10.5-point favorites going into the game, so they did not cover the spread. The over/under line for the game was 227.
So far this season, the Celtics are fifth in the league in scoring at 121.3 points per game. On the road, they are averaging 119.5 points per game.
When it comes to three-point shooting, Boston leads the NBA in both three-point makes and attempts. They are hitting 37% of their shots from beyond the arc.
Overall, the Celtics are 11th in field goal percentage at 48%. In terms of pace, they are 18th in the league.
At present, the Celtics’ defense is ranked 3rd, allowing 111.0 points per game. For the season, Boston is ranked 29th in fewest fouls per game. Team’s are averaging 19.4 free-throws per game vs. the Celtics and have an overall field goal percentage of 45.1%.
Today, the Bucks will be looking to end their two-game losing streak as they host the Celtics. Despite their recent struggles, the Bucks are 6-point favorites heading into the game. In the Eastern Conference, the Bucks are in 2nd place and have a record of 25-12.
At home, the Bucks have been strong this season, going 16-4. However, they have failed to cover the spread in four straight home games. On average, they have an ATS scoring margin of +5.0 points per game at home.
Milwaukee has been favored in all but one of their games this season and has a record of 25-11 in those games. Against the spread, they are 14-22 as the favorite. Their average scoring differential as the favorite is +4.4 PPG.
So far, the average over/under line in Milwaukee’s games this season is 238.9. Their games have averaged 243.9 PPG. This year, they have a 23-14 O/U record, and 20 of their games have had lower over/under lines than 241.
In their last game, the Bucks lost to the Jazz (132-116), and they also failed to cover the spread (-8). The game’s over/under line was 242.5, and the teams combined for 248 points.
When it comes to scoring, the Bucks are one of the top teams in the league, averaging 124.1 points per game (2nd). At home, they are scoring 124.6 points per game (3rd).
In terms of pace, the Bucks are 4th in the NBA with 102 possessions per game. This has helped them get up a lot of three-point attempts, as they are 8th in the league in three-point attempts.
So far, Milwaukee has made 37% of their three-point attempts, which is 8th in the NBA. Overall, they are 3rd in field goal percentage at 49%.
The Bucks’ defense is presently ranked 24th in the league, allowing an average of 119.9 points per contest. In their previous game, the Bucks’ defense struggled against the Jazz, giving up 132 points on a field goal percentage of 52%.
Coming in as 6 point favorites, our projections have the Bucks picking up a 117-114 win.
Milwaukee Bucks vs Boston Celtics Betting Tips
- Take the Bucks on the moneyline
- On the spread, we like Celtics (+6)
- Our NBA model projects 231 points, and we suggest taking the under
Milwaukee Bucks Injury Report
- Jae Crowder – Groin – Out
- Cameron Payne – Concussion – Probable
Boston Celtics Injury Report
- Kristaps Porzingis – Right Knee – Questionable
