Boston Celtics vs New York Knicks Odds, Stats, Bets & Predictions – 02/23/2025

On 02/23, Saturday, the Boston Celtics (40-16) will host the New York Knicks (37-19) in an Eastern Conference Regular Season match-up. The Celtics are comfortably lodged at the second spot in the East whereas Knicks are behind them in the third spot. Will the defending champions hand another beatdown to the Knickerbockers? Learn about the preview, total predictions, and player props here.

Where to Watch Boston Celtics vs New York Knicks

Time: 1:00 PM (MT)
Venue: TD Center (Boston, Massachusetts)
Where to watch: This game can be viewed on the NBA League Pass.

Boston Celtics vs New York Knicks Match Preview

Celtics: Back on track

The Boston Celtics will come into this game after a 124-104 blowout win against the Philadelphia 76ers as Payton Pritchard piled up 28 points. The 20-point win was their fourth straight and the defending champs have won eight out of the last nine games. In that period, they have made an impressive 18.4 triples per game(1st) on a terrific 39.5% clip(2nd). Meanwhile, they have given up just 106 PPG(2nd) in the 9-game window while scoring 118.2 PPG(10th).

Expected Starting Lineup

PG: Jrue Holiday | SG: Derrick White | SG/SF: Jaylen Brown | SF/PF: Jayson Tatum | C: Kristaps Porzingis

Injuries: Xavier Tillman is OUT.

Knicks: Terrific offense but terrible defense

The New York Knicks enter the game after suffering a 105-142 loss against the Cleveland Cavaliers despite a 26-point performance by Jalen Brunson. The loss broke a three-game winning streak but overall, the Celtics are 10-3 in their last 13 games. During that period, they have scored an impressive 121.7 PPG on an impressive 49.4% shooting. However, their defense has broken apart and they have given up 119.3 PPG(6th worst) in the winning window.

Expected Starting Lineup

PG: Jalen Brunson | SG/SF: Mikal Bridges | SF: OG Anunoby | PF: Precious Achiuwa | C: Karl-Anthony Towns

Injuries: Josh Hart and Mitchell Robinson are OUT.

Boston Celtics vs New York Knicks Total Over/Under Prediction

The Knicks have given up 128 points in four of the last five games while the Celtics have scored 120 or more in three of the last five games. Meanwhile, the Celts have conceded just 105 or fewer points in five of the last six games, and their defense is at its peak. However, I see the Knicks going past the 110-point mark here while the Celts score at least 120.

Projected Predictions:

Total Over 233.5 for +110 at BetMGM
Knicks: Points Over 112.5 for +105 at BetMGM
Celtics: Points Over 121.5 for +110 at BetMGM

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Boston Celtics Player Props Predictions- Projected Top Bets & Odds

Jayson Tatum to score over 30 points: Tatum has scored 30+ points in three of the last four games. He has averaged an impressive 37.5 PPG during the two games against the Knicks thus far. Thus, he is highly likely to score at least 30 for the third straight time against the Knicks.

Payton Pritchard to score at least 16 points- Payton Pritchard has scored 21 or more points in three of the last five games. He scored 25 against the Knicks during their last battle. But he is a streaky player and can score 25 in one game and go ice cold for just 5 points in another.

New York Knicks Player Props Predictions – Projected Top Bets & Odds

Jalen Brunson to score under 25 points: Brunson has tallied 27 PPG in February. He scored 36 during the last battle against the Celtics, but I see him being contained under 25 here.

Karl-Anthony Towns to score at least 28 points: KAT has scored 32 or more points in three of the last four games but he scored just 9 points during his last outing against the Celts. Meanwhile, he just had 12 points in the opening game against them. However, I see him breaking the trend and going past 30 here.

Boston Celtics vs New York Knicks Match Prediction

The Celtics have two 20+ points wins in their bag against the Knicks so their confidence will be sky-high. The Knicks will be demotivated after a 37-point loss against the Cavs but at the same time, they will have a chip on their shoulders to shed the image of being sub-par against elite teams. Overall, I still see the Celts win by a 6-10 points margin

Projected Spread: Celtics -8.5 for -105 at BetMGM

Photo Credit: Brad Penner- Imagn Images

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Hi, I am Shubham. I am currently an NBA Predictions Writer on The Playoffs. I enjoy this job because it helps keep me in the loop about the game I love while fulfilling the pleasure I derive from stats. I got into NBA writing through social media interactions in the mid-2010s as I shared my takes on young talents such as D’Angelo Russell. I hope you enjoy reading my pieces as much as Dennis Rodman loved rebounding the basketball!