Celtics vs. Mavericks Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 06th, 2025

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February 06th, 2025 is the date to mark on your calendar, as the Celtics and the Mavericks go head-to-head in an NBA clash in Boston, MA at TD Garden. Explore our picks and predictions for a winning betting experience.

Introduction to the Celtics vs. Mavericks betting tip and prediction

This NBA matchup on February 06th, 2025, at 18:30 features a collision between the Eastern Conference and Western Conference. The Celtics enters as -11 point favorites in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Celtics won, 138-110. The over/under for the upcoming game is 230 points.

The 2024-2025 basketball season emphasizes the pivotal role of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's delve into how teams are performing from long range. The Celtics are currently draining 36.6% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their proficiency in long-range shooting. Meanwhile, the Mavericks are impressively converting 36.7% of their shots from beyond the arc. In terms of shot selection, the Celtics are dedicating 53% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Mavericks are taking 40% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Boston Celtics

How are the Celtics playing this season?

The Celtics comes into this game with a 36-15 record, and they are currently 2nd in the Eastern Conference standings. The Celtics are 7-3 in their last 10 games.

Did the Celtics win their most recent game?

Yes, Celtics defeated the Cavaliers, 112-105. Jayson Tatum scored 32 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Celtics

The leading scorer for the Celtics this season is Jayson Tatum, who is averaging 26.8 points per game. He scored 32 points on 10-for-19 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Mavericks. In the last game, he scored 46.5 points in DraftKings and 48.3 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Celtics

Coming into the February 06th, 2025 contest, Jayson Tatum leads the Celtics with 8.8 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 46.5 points in DraftKings and 48.3 fantasy points in FanDuel. Jayson Tatum has a team-high 5.7 assists per game. He scored 46.5 DraftKings points and 48.3 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Celtics is Jayson Tatum (1.3 steals per game). He has 46.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 48.3 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Kristaps Porzingis is leading the way for the Celtics with 1.6 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 38.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 40.4 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Celtics Team Analysis

The Celtics' point differential this season is 8.8 points per game, which ranks 3rd in the NBA. They are averaging 117.2 points per game while allowing 108.4 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Celtics are making 17.8 shots per game, which ranks 1st in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Celtics are making 16.4 per game, which ranks 21st in the NBA.

Projected Celtics Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Mavericks, the Celtics' starting lineup consisted of Kristaps Porzingis, Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Derrick White and Jrue Holiday. For the upcoming matchup, the Celtics has the following injury: Anton Watson is out (thigh).

Dallas Mavericks

How are the Mavericks playing this season?

The Mavericks head this game with a 26-25 record, and they are currently 8th in the Western Conference standings. The Mavericks are 4-6 in their last 10 games.

Did the Mavericks win their most recent game?

No, Mavericks came up short against the 76ers, 118-116. Luka Doncic scored 37 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Mavericks

The leading scorer for the Mavericks this season is Luka Doncic, who is averaging 28.1 points per game. Luka Doncic also leads the team in minutes played per game with 36.08. He scored 37 points on 14-for-25 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Celtics.

Other Team Leaders for the Mavericks

Max Christie is leading the way with 9 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 33.75 points in DraftKings and 31.3 in FanDuel. Luka Doncic is dishing out a team-high 7.8 assists per game. In terms of steals, the Mavericks' leader is Luka Doncic with 2 steals per game. The blocks' leader for the Mavericks is Daniel Gafford, who is sending back 1.8 shots per game. He scored 23 DraftKings fantasy points and 24.2 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Mavericks Team Analysis

The Mavericks' point differential this season is 1.9 points per game, which ranks 10th in the NBA. They are averaging 115.3 points per game while allowing 113.4 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Mavericks are making 13 shots per game, which ranks 15th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Mavericks are making 18.2 per game, which ranks 3rd in the NBA.

Projected Mavericks' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Celtics, the Mavericks' starting five were Dereck Lively II, P.J. Washington, Josh Green, Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic.

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

According to Vegas, it is a toss-up for the Celtics and Mavericks game. Although it is a pick’em, the suggestion is to bet at the Celtics.

Money Line betting suggestion

Celtics are a -11 money line favorite for the game against the Mavericks, and the suggestion is to pick the Celtics.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Celtics and Mavericks is 230 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Celtics and Mavericks have combined for just 6 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.