Boston Celtics vs. New York Knicks NBA Analysis
The Boston Celtics (58-20) will battle with the New York Knicks (50-28) for the fourth time this season, where the Celtics are aiming for the season sweep. The action will take place on Tuesday, April 8 at 7:30 PM ET at Madison Square Garden in New York, New York. MyBookie has the Celtics as slight favorites with a point spread at -1.5 (-110).
Boston Celtics Betting Preview
The Celtics have won their last two games and are 9-1 in their last 10. This shows they have excellent momentum on their side. They are coming off a 124-90 blowout over the Washington Wizards.
Jayson Tatum leads the team with 26.9 points. 8.7 rebounds, and 6.0 rebounds each game. He is also one of many players on their roster that is listed as a game time decision due to his ankle. Without Tatum, their production will be hindered.
Boston ranks eighth in the league in points per game at 116.9. Their defense ranks third in allowing 107.6 points a game from opposing teams. This is a solid margin of safety.
The Celtics’ efficiency with the ball on offense per 100 possessions ranks second, while their defensive efficiency at the same rate ranks fifth. Overall, their efficiency output each game ranks third.
New York Knicks Betting Preview
The Knicks have also won their last two games, but are 7-3 in their last 10 matchups. They return to action after having a 112-98 bout against the Phoenix Suns, which was an easy victory due to the Suns’ recent struggles.
Jalen Brunson leads them in scoring with 26.1 points and 7.4 assists each game. He is listed as a game time decision due to his ankle. He will need to be 100 percent in order for the Knicks to have any shot at success.
New York ranks ninth each for 116.1 points per game and on defense at allowing 111.7 points per matchup. This spread is solid, but is not as strong as what the Celtics have offered.
The Knicks’ offensive efficiency per 100 possessions ranks fifth while their defensive efficiency in the same setting ranks 13th. In total, their output in regards to efficiency in both ends of the floor each game ranks seventh.
Odds, Series Trends, and Free Pick
MyBookie has you set with the best Boston Celtics vs. New York Knicks betting odds, which currently show the Celtics as 1.5-point favorites. Market predictions suggest that the Knicks have a 56.5 percent chance of winning this matchup.
Boston is likely going to have the edge here assuming both teams have a healthy roster. However, the Knicks have a strong line of defense compared to the Celtics potentially missing several key players. In that case, the Knicks are appealing to at least cover the spread with either a win or not losing by more than two points.
Final Pick: New York Knicks +1.5 (-110)
