Boston Celtics vs New York Knicks Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds | 08 Apr 2025

Back Celtics to Overcome Knicks

There’s some value on the Moneyline and we’re backing the Celtics at -120 to win. Our prediction means we’re opposing the Knicks despite home-court advantage.

Celtics Have Won 7 of Previous 10 H2H Matchups

Boston Celtics have claimed eight consecutive road victories. In their previous game, they enjoyed a 124-90 home triumph against Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Payton Pritchard scored 20 points, with Derrick White getting 19 and Sam Hauser 18.

New York Knicks last game was a 112-98 victory over Phoenix Suns at Madison Square Garden. That means it’s now been three home wins on the spin. OG Anunoby scored 32 points, Mikal Bridges had 22, while Karl-Anthony Towns recorded 19 points and 13 rebounds.

Head-to-Head Statistics

These two teams last met at TD Garden, with the Celtics claiming the win. Beating the Knicks by a 118-105 scoreline. It’s been three victories on the bounce for the Celtics when playing the Knicks. On the head-to-head front, they have won 7 of the past 10.

NBA	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Celtics	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Knicks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

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The Celtics have 9 wins and 1 loss in the past 10 games. They are averaging 118.7 points, 48.9 rebounds, 29.0 assists, 5.8 steals and 4.8 blocks while shooting 47.5% from the field and 81.1% from the free-throw line. The opposition average 103.9 points and 38.4 rebounds per contest.

Jayson Tatum is averaging 17.4 points, Luke Kornet 6.7 rebounds and Derrick White 6.4 assists along with 3.3 (35.5%) 3-pointers made.

The Knicks have won 7 and lost 3 of their last 10 contests. Averaging 113.0 points, 41.1 rebounds, 29.2 assists, 8.8 steals and 3.5 blocks per game while shooting 49.3% from the field and 79.2% from the free-throw line. Their opponents have an average of 107.5 points and 40.1 rebounds.

OG Anunoby is averaging 27.6 points and 3.3 (45.8%) 3-pointers made. Karl-Anthony Towns has an average of 10.5 rebounds and Josh Hart 6.8 assists.

Confirmed Starting Lineups

Boston Celtics lineup: Jayson Tatum, Jrue Holiday, Jaylen Brown, Kristaps Porzingis, Derrick White.

New York Knicks lineup: Josh Hart, OG Anunoby, Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, Karl-Anthony Towns.

Boston Celtics vs New York Knicks Prediction & Betting Tips

The wager we really like for this NBA contest is Celtics on the Moneyline. Our pick is trading at -120 and this looks great value out of all the options.

We study the form as a first port of call and also make sure we’re across any injuries before making NBA predictions. Then it’s a case of understanding the sort of narrative that the stats provide.

Key Celtics vs Knicks stats:

• Celtics have won all of their last 5 games on the road.
• Celtics have won 9 of their last 10 games.
• Celtics have won 8 consecutive games on the road.
• Knicks have lost their last 3 games against Celtics.

Celtics Moneyline Probability

According to the sportsbooks, our pick has a 54.6% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our cappers think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. The bet can be recommended for this precise reason.

If you’re wanting bigger odds about the Celtics, then there are a number of options including the Point Spread, Double Result and the Result & Both Teams to Score.

Our Pick

Celtics Moneyline @ -120 Bet Now

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Player Prop Picks

OG Anunoby Over 4.5 Rebounds -103

OG Anunoby (Knicks) has had Over 4.5 rebounds in 5 straight home games. We think it’s achievable that he will cover the Player Rebounds line and there are odds of -103 available.

Latest OG Anunoby Player Prop Odds

Points

Over 17.5

-114

Under 17.5

-118

Assists

Over 2.5

+134

Under 2.5

-175

Rebounds

Over 4.5

-104

Under 4.5

-128

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Derrick White Over 4.5 Assists -123

Derrick White (Celtics) has covered the 4.5 assists total in 5 straight road games. We’re happy to take the -123 for this Player Assists prop bet as he is capable of a big performance against the Celtics.

Latest Derrick White Player Prop Odds

Points

Over 14.5

-105

Under 14.5

-127

Assists

Over 4.5

-123

Under 4.5

-108

Rebounds

Over 4.5

+114

Under 4.5

-152

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Correct Score Prediction

Celtics 116 - 111 Knicks

The Celtics can be wagered in lots of different ways and this includes the correct score lines. There’s the chance to back them to win 116-111 for a big potential return.

Boston Celtics vs New York Knicks Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Close Contest Expected According to Latest Odds

The latest Moneyline odds are +116 that New York Knicks win, while Boston Celtics have been chalked up at -135. The leading NBA sportsbooks give the hosts a 46% chance of success.

The current spread is 2.5 and total points is 224.5. Basketball fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. If you want to wager Over 224.5, there are odds of -110.

There’s a chance to back the Knicks at -115 to reach the 20-point total before their opponents. Should you want to go against the favorites, the Celtics are available at -115.

Consider every angle when placing your basketball bets. The betting sites have hundreds of team props and game lines and it’s all about finding a wager which matches your prediction of the game.

Betting Lines & Odds

Moneyline

Celtics

-135

Knicks

+116

Point Spread

Celtics -2.5

-110

Knicks +2.5

-110

Total Points

Under 224.5

-110

Over 224.5

-110

Jalen Brunson Favorite to Score the Most Baskets

Jalen Brunson is the market leader to rack up the most points. You can back -108 that he gets Over 24.5 points. Alternatively, Under is trading at -122.

Player Points

Jalen Brunson (Knicks)

Over 24.5

-108

Under 24.5

-122

Jayson Tatum (Celtics)

Over 23.5

-123

Under 23.5

-108

Karl-Anthony Towns (Knicks)

Over 22.5

-120

Under 22.5

-110

Jaylen Brown (Celtics)

Over 18.5

-108

Under 18.5

-125

OG Anunoby (Knicks)

Over 17.5

-114

Under 17.5

-118

Kristaps Porzingis (Celtics)

Over 17.5

-112

Under 17.5

-120

Mikal Bridges (Knicks)

Over 16.5

-105

Under 16.5

-127

Derrick White (Celtics)

Over 14.5

-105

Under 14.5

-127

Josh Hart (Knicks)

Over 12.5

-114

Under 12.5

-118

Jrue Holiday (Celtics)

Over 9.5

-130

Under 9.5

-103

Player Assists

Jalen Brunson (Knicks)

Over 6.5

+104

Under 6.5

-137

Jayson Tatum (Celtics)

Over 5.5

-120

Under 5.5

-110

Josh Hart (Knicks)

Over 5.5

-118

Under 5.5

-114

Jaylen Brown (Celtics)

Over 4.5

+110

Under 4.5

-147

Derrick White (Celtics)

Over 4.5

-123

Under 4.5

-108

Mikal Bridges (Knicks)

Over 3.5

-135

Under 3.5

+102

Jrue Holiday (Celtics)

Over 3.5

-122

Under 3.5

-109

Karl-Anthony Towns (Knicks)

Over 2.5

+128

Under 2.5

-167

OG Anunoby (Knicks)

Over 2.5

+134

Under 2.5

-175

Player Rebounds

Karl-Anthony Towns (Knicks)

Over 11.5

+104

Under 11.5

-139

Josh Hart (Knicks)

Over 8.5

-127

Under 8.5

-106

Jayson Tatum (Celtics)

Over 7.5

-130

Under 7.5

-103

Kristaps Porzingis (Celtics)

Over 6.5

+112

Under 6.5

-147

Jaylen Brown (Celtics)

Over 4.5

-156

Under 4.5

+117

OG Anunoby (Knicks)

Over 4.5

-104

Under 4.5

-128

Derrick White (Celtics)

Over 4.5

+114

Under 4.5

-152

Mikal Bridges (Knicks)

Over 3.5

-110

Under 3.5

-120

Jrue Holiday (Celtics)

Over 3.5

-154

Under 3.5

+116

Jalen Brunson (Knicks)

Over 2.5

-143

Under 2.5

+108

Micro Betting

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Last 5 & H2H

Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Starting Lineups

New York Knicks Confirmed Lineup

3 Josh Hart

8 OG Anunoby

11 Jalen Brunson

25 Mikal Bridges

32 Karl-Anthony Towns

Boston Celtics Confirmed Lineup

0 Jayson Tatum

4 Jrue Holiday

7 Jaylen Brown

8 Kristaps Porzingis

9 Derrick White

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Division Conference League

East Atlantic	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Celtics	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Nets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Knicks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
76ers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Raptors	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

East Central	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Bulls	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Pistons	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Pacers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Bucks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

East Southeast	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Hawks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Hornets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Heat	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Magic	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Wizards	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

West Northwest	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Nuggets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Timberwolves	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Thunder	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Trail Blazers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

West Pacific	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Warriors	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Clippers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Lakers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Suns	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Kings	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

West Southwest	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Mavericks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Rockets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Grizzlies	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Pelicans	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Spurs	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

Eastern Conference	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Celtics	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Nets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Knicks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
76ers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Raptors	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Bulls	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Pistons	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Pacers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Bucks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Hawks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Hornets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Heat	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Magic	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Wizards	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

Western Conference	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Nuggets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Timberwolves	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Thunder	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Trail Blazers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Warriors	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Clippers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Lakers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Suns	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Kings	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Mavericks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Rockets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Grizzlies	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Pelicans	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Spurs	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

NBA	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Hawks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Celtics	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Nets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Hornets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Bulls	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Mavericks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Nuggets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Pistons	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Warriors	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Rockets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Pacers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Clippers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Lakers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Grizzlies	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Heat	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Bucks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Timberwolves	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Pelicans	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Knicks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Thunder	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Magic	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
76ers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Suns	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Trail Blazers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Kings	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Spurs	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Raptors	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Wizards	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

• W = Wins
• L = Losses
• PCT = Winning Percentage
• PPG = Points Per Game
• OPP PPG = Opponent Points Per Game
• DIFF = Average Point Differential
• Home = Home Record
• Road = Away Record
• Div = Division Record
• Conf = Conference Record
• Last 10 = Record last 10 games
• Strk = Current Streak

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