Celtics vs. Rockets Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 27th, 2025

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Don't miss the electrifying NBA game between the Celtics and the Rockets scheduled for January 27th, 2025, in Boston, MA at TD Garden. Enhance your betting strategy with our handpicked picks and predictions.

Introduction to the Celtics vs. Rockets betting tip and prediction

On January 27th, 2025, at 18:30, the Eastern Conference will face off against the Western Conference in this NBA clash. The Celtics enters as -6.5 point favorites in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Celtics were 8 point underdogs but lost the game to Rockets, 116-107. The over/under for the upcoming game is 222 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 220.5 points, and the over was victorious.

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 36.4% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their proficiency in long-range shooting. Meanwhile, the Rockets are impressively converting 34.3% of their shots from beyond the arc. In terms of shot selection, the Celtics are dedicating 54% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Rockets are taking 38% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Boston Celtics

How are the Celtics playing this season?

The Celtics comes into this game with a 32-14 record, and they are currently 2nd in the Eastern Conference standings. The Celtics are 6-4 in their last 10 games.

Did the Celtics win their most recent game?

Yes, Celtics defeated the Mavericks, 122-107. Kristaps Porzingis 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 27.1 points per game. In the last game, he scored 38.5 points in DraftKings and 35.7 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Celtics

Coming into the January 27th, 2025 contest, Jayson Tatum leads the Celtics with 9 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 38.5 points in DraftKings and 35.7 fantasy points in FanDuel. Jayson Tatum has a team-high 5.4 assists per game. He scored 38.5 DraftKings points and 35.7 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Celtics is Jayson Tatum (1.3 steals per game). He has 38.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 35.7 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Kristaps Porzingis is leading the way for the Celtics with 1.4 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 35.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 35.3 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Celtics Team Analysis

The Celtics' point differential this season is 9 points per game, which ranks 3rd in the NBA. They are averaging 117.3 points per game while allowing 108.3 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 16.3 per game, which ranks 20th in the NBA.

Projected Celtics Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Rockets, the Celtics' starting lineup consisted of Kristaps Porzingis, Jayson Tatum, Sam Hauser, Jaylen Brown and Derrick White. For the upcoming matchup, the Celtics has the following injuries: Drew Peterson is out (concussion) and Anton Watson is out (thigh).

Houston Rockets

How are the Rockets playing this season?

The Rockets head this game with a 30-14 record, and they are currently 2nd in the Western Conference standings. The Rockets are 8-2 in their last 10 games.

Did the Rockets win their most recent game?

Yes, Rockets defeated the Cavaliers, 135-131. Dillon Brooks scored 25 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Rockets

The leading scorer for the Rockets this season is Jalen Green, who is averaging 21.4 points per game. Jalen Green also leads the team in minutes played per game with 35.87. In the last game, scored 37.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 33.6 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Rockets

Alperen Sengun is leading the way with 10.4 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 41 points in DraftKings and 40.1 in FanDuel. Fred VanVleet is dishing out a team-high 5.9 assists per game. He has 34.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 30.6 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Rockets' leader is Tari Eason with 2 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 11.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 13.6 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Rockets is Amen Thompson, who is sending back 1.1 shots per game. He scored 64.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 60.8 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Rockets Team Analysis

The Rockets' point differential this season is 5.8 points per game, which ranks 6th in the NBA. They are averaging 114.2 points per game while allowing 108.4 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Rockets are making 12.3 shots per game, which ranks 23rd in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Rockets are making 17.8 per game, which ranks 9th in the NBA.

Projected Rockets' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Celtics, the Rockets' starting five were Alperen Sengun, Jae'Sean Tate, Dillon Brooks, Jalen Green and Aaron Holiday. For the upcoming matchup, Rockets has the following injury: Jabari Smith is out (hand).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Celtics coming into this game as -6.5 point favorites the suggestion is to bet at the Celtics.

Money Line betting suggestion

Celtics are a -6.5 money line favorite for the game against the Rockets, and the suggestion is to pick the Celtics.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Celtics and Rockets is 222 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Celtics and Rockets have combined for just 8 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.