Celtics vs. Spurs Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 12th, 2025

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Get ready for an exciting NBA showdown as the Celtics square off against the Spurs on February 12th, 2025, in Boston, MA at TD Garden. Don't forget to check out our expert picks and predictions to boost your chances of winning with your bets.

Introduction to the Celtics vs. Spurs betting tip and prediction

The Eastern Conference and Western Conference collide in this NBA matchup on February 12th, 2025, at 18:00. The Celtics enters as -8.5 point favorites in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Celtics won, 117-98. The over/under for the upcoming game is 234 points.

In the 2024-2025 basketball season, we're all familiar with the significance of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's explore how different teams are succeeding from long distance. The Celtics are currently knocking down 36.8% of their 3-pointers, displaying their accuracy from beyond the arc. On the other hand, the Spurs are converting 35.2% of their shots from long range, highlighting their proficiency in this aspect. The Celtics are dedicating 53% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Spurs are taking 44% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Boston Celtics

How are the Celtics playing this season?

The Celtics comes into this game with a 38-16 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 Heat, 103-85. Jayson Tatum scored 24 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Celtics

The leading scorer for the Celtics this season is Jayson Tatum, who is averaging 26.9 points per game. He scored 24 points on 9-for-21 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Spurs. In the last game, he scored 50 points in DraftKings and 48.6 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Celtics

Coming into the February 12th, 2025 contest, Jayson Tatum leads the Celtics with 8.6 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 50 points in DraftKings and 48.6 fantasy points in FanDuel. Jayson Tatum has a team-high 5.5 assists per game. He scored 50 DraftKings points and 48.6 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Celtics is Jayson Tatum (1.2 steals per game). He has 50 DraftKings fantasy points and 48.6 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: 35.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 35.8 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 117.2 points per game while allowing 108.2 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Celtics are making 17.7 shots per game, which ranks 1st in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Celtics are making 16.2 per game, which ranks 22nd in the NBA.

Projected Celtics Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Spurs, the Celtics' starting lineup consisted of Al Horford, Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Sam Hauser and Jrue Holiday. For the upcoming matchup, the Celtics has the following injuries: Jaylen Brown is questionable (knee), Torrey Craig is questionable (ankle) Jrue Holiday is questionable (shoulder) and Anton Watson is out (thigh).

San Antonio Spurs

How are the Spurs playing this season?

The Spurs head this game with a 23-28 record, and they are currently 12th in the Western Conference standings. The Spurs are 4-6 in their last 10 games.

Did the Spurs win their most recent game?

Yes, Spurs defeated the Wizards, 131-121. Victor Wembanyama scored 27 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Spurs

The leading scorer for the Spurs this season is Victor Wembanyama, who is averaging 24.4 points per game. Victor Wembanyama also leads the team in minutes played per game with 35.05. He scored 27 points on 10-for-19 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Celtics. In the last game, scored 69.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 69 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Spurs

Victor Wembanyama is leading the way with 11 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 69.25 points in DraftKings and 69 in FanDuel. De'Aaron Fox is dishing out a team-high 8.5 assists per game. He has 46 DraftKings fantasy points and 45.8 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Spurs' leader is De'Aaron Fox with 2.3 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 46 DraftKings fantasy points and 45.8 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Spurs is Victor Wembanyama, who is sending back 3.9 shots per game. He scored 69.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 69 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Spurs Team Analysis

The Spurs' point differential this season is -1.2 points per game, which ranks 18th in the NBA. They are averaging 113.2 points per game while allowing 114.4 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Spurs are making 13.9 shots per game, which ranks 11th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Spurs are making 16.9 per game, which ranks 15th in the NBA.

Projected Spurs' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Celtics, the Spurs' starting five were Victor Wembanyama, Jeremy Sochan, Julian Champagnie, Devin Vassell and Tre Jones. For the upcoming matchup, Spurs has the following injuries: Charles Bassey is questionable (knee) and Riley Minix is out (shoulder).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Celtics coming into this game as -8.5 point favorites the suggestion is to bet at the Celtics.

Money Line betting suggestion

Celtics are a -8.5 money line favorite for the game against the Spurs, and the suggestion is to pick the Celtics.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Celtics and Spurs is 234 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Celtics and Spurs have combined for just 7 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.