We support the Celtics on the spread
Our prediction is that the Celtics will cross the attractive -8.5 line when they meet the Bucks. The favorites should be able to triumph with a more comfortable margin and -110 is available on the spread.
135-102 Bucks win in previous meeting
The Milwaukee Bucks won their previous two games. The latest was a 140-129 home triumph at Fiserv Forum against the Phoenix Suns. Bobby Portis had a total of 31 points and made 2 assists. He managed to get 3 offensive rebounds and 7 defensive rebounds.
The Boston Celtics were victorious last time. Their 119-94 victory over the Detroit Pistons at TD Garden was their ninth straight home triumph. Jaylen Brown managed to score 31 points, with Payton Pritchard getting 23 and Derrick White 22.
The Bucks triumphed 135-102 in their last game against the Celtics. This face-to-face took place at the Fiserv Forum. The previous 10 H2H meetings saw the Celtics win six times.
Expert NBA analysis
We always monitor team news. Combined with the last form, this helps us get the best value. Our NBA handicappers also take a data-driven approach, with key numbers proving useful.
Bucks vs. Celtics key stats:
The Boston Celtics should be taken against the spread at -8.5, with our pick being the favorite to get a comfortable margin of victory in this NBA competition. Back them at -110 odds available.
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Celtics -8.5 Probability
Sports betting gives a 52.4% chance that our choice will be declared the winner. However, we have this number between 55 and 60% based on our extensive research. It is therefore considered a value bet.
Bucks vs Celtics Prediction
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Published at 9:27 p.m., March 19, 2024
Correct score prediction
A Celtics victory by a score of 119-107 could be worth it. There’s a big potential return if you can land this money bet and it should provide some entertainment.
Milwaukee Bucks vs. Boston Celtics odds
Odds and lines are updated frequently. So you may find that they are different from those listed for betting predictions and betting maker tips.
The books have the Celtics as big favorites
The sports betting favorites Boston Celtics are considered the most likely winners of this NBA game and the -340 on them means a 77% chance based on their current Moneyline betting odds. The Milwaukee Bucks are considered a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +270.
The spread is 8.5 and the total point line is currently 223. Basketball fans love having the opportunity to get an alternative angle by opting for a Total bet. There is an opportunity to bet Over 223 at -110.
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Betting lines and odds
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Team statistics
Latest statistics from regular season and playoff games.
Milwaukee Bucks Stats
Boston Celtics Stats
Money line
- 7 wins and 3 losses in the last 10 matches
- 5 wins and 5 losses in the last 10 away matches
Money line
- 8 wins and 2 losses in the last 10 matches
- 9 wins and 1 loss in the last 10 home matches
Point spread
- +8.5 betting line: Having covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
- +8.5 Road Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 road games
Point spread
- -8.5 Betting line: Having covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
- -8.5 Home betting line: Having covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 home games
Total points
- Game totals: An average of 225.90 pts over the previous 10 matches
- Road game totals: An average of 222.30 pts in the last 10 away matches
- More than 223: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
- More than 223 on the road: Covered in 2 of previous 10 road games
- Team totals: Have scored an average of 114.40 pts and allowed 111.50 pts in the last 10 games
- Road team totals: Have scored on average 110.10 pts and allowed 112.20 pts in the last 10 away matches
Total points
- Game totals: An average of 226.90 pts over the previous 10 matches
- Home game totals: An average of 231.10 pts in the last 10 home games
- More than 223: Covered in 7 of previous 10 games
- More than 223 at home: Covered in 5 of previous 10 home games
- Team totals: Have scored an average of 122.80 pts and allowed 104.10 pts in the last 10 games
- Home team totals: Have scored an average of 127.10 pts and allowed 104.00 pts in the last 10 home games
Team Stats – Avg./Game
last 10 matches
- 2 pointers made: 24.90 (54%)
- 3 pointers made: 3:30 p.m. (39%)
- Free throws made: 18.70 (81%)
- Rebounds: Total 42.6, Offensive 8.20, Defensive 34.40
- Help: 25:40
- Blocks: 3h40
- Stolen : 6:70 a.m.
- Turnover: 9:90 a.m.
- Personal fouls: 3:90 p.m.
Last 10 road games
- 2 pointers made: 25.70 (55%)
- 3 pointers made: 13.70 (34%)
- Free throws made: 17.60 (75%)
- Rebounds: Total 43.9, Offensive 8.70, Defensive 35.20
- Help: 24h40
- Blocks: 4.50
- Stolen : 7.10
- Turnover: 10:80 a.m.
- Personal fouls: 5:00 p.m.
Team Stats – Avg./Game
last 10 matches
- 2 pointers made: 26:30 (54%)
- 3 pointers made: 7:30 p.m. (43%)
- Free throws made: 12:30 p.m. (80%)
- Rebounds: Total 46.1, Offensive 11.70, Defensive 34.40
- Help: 29:50
- Blocks: 6:60 a.m.
- Stolen : 7:40 a.m.
- Turnover: 9:50 a.m.
- Personal fouls: 2:10 p.m.
Last 10 home matches
- 2 pointers made: 28.90 (60%)
- 3 pointers made: 6:30 p.m. (42%)
- Free throws made: 2:40 p.m. (89%)
- Rebounds: Total 49.6, Offensive 10.20, Defensive 39.40
- Help: 30:00
- Blocks: 7:00 a.m.
- Stolen : 7.80
- Turnover: 10:70 a.m.
- Personal fouls: 3:00 p.m.
Confirmed lineups for both teams will be released ahead of the announcement. It is also possible to consult the compositions of the previous 10 matches.
