Mavericks vs. Celtics Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 25th, 2025

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Mark your calendars for January 25th, 2025, when the Mavericks and Celtics collide in an NBA game in Dallas, TX at American Airlines Center. Check out our picks and predictions to elevate your chances of winning with your bets.

Introduction to the Mavericks vs. Celtics betting tip and prediction

The Western Conference and Eastern Conference collide in this NBA matchup on January 25th, 2025, at 16:30. The Mavericks enters as 8 point underdogs in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Mavericks won, 138-110. The over/under for the upcoming game is 222.5 points.

The 2024-2025 basketball season emphasizes the crucial role of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's explore how different teams are performing from long distance. The Mavericks are currently making 36.8% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their accuracy in long-range shooting. On the other hand, the Celtics are converting 36.3% of their shots from beyond the 3-point line, underscoring their proficiency in this aspect. The Mavericks are attempting 40% of their shots from behind the arc, while the Celtics are opting for 54% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Dallas Mavericks

How are the Mavericks playing this season?

The Mavericks comes into this game with a 24-21 record, and they are currently 7th in the Western Conference standings. The Mavericks are 4-6 in their last 10 games.

Did the Mavericks win their most recent game?

Yes, Mavericks defeated the Thunder, 121-115. Luka Doncic scored 37 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Mavericks

The leading scorer for the Mavericks this season is Luka Doncic, who is averaging 28.1 points per game.

Other Team Leaders for the Mavericks

Coming into the January 25th, 2025 contest, Luka Doncic leads the Mavericks with 8.3 rebounds per game Luka Doncic has a team-high 7.8 assists per game The steals leader for the Mavericks is Luka Doncic (2 steals per game) In terms of swatting shots, Dereck Lively II is leading the way for the Mavericks with 1.7 blocks per game

Mavericks Team Analysis

The Mavericks' point differential this season is 3.4 points per game, which ranks 9th in the NBA. They are averaging 115.3 points per game while allowing 111.9 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Mavericks are making 13 shots per game, which ranks 17th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Mavericks are making 18.4 per game, which ranks 4th in the NBA.

Projected Mavericks Starting Lineup and Injuries

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

Boston Celtics

How are the Celtics playing this season?

The Celtics head this game with a 31-14 record, and they are currently 2nd in the Eastern Conference standings. The Celtics are 5-5 in their last 10 games.

Did the Celtics win their most recent game?

No, Celtics came up short against the Lakers, 117-96. Jayson Tatum scored 32 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Celtics

The leading scorer for the Celtics this season is Jayson Tatum, who is averaging 27.2 points per game. Jayson Tatum also leads the team in minutes played per game with 36.3. In the last game, scored 35 DraftKings fantasy points and 34.7 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Celtics

Jayson Tatum is leading the way with 9.1 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 35 points in DraftKings and 34.7 in FanDuel. Jayson Tatum is dishing out a team-high 5.5 assists per game. He has 35 DraftKings fantasy points and 34.7 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Celtics' leader is Jayson Tatum with 1.3 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 35 DraftKings fantasy points and 34.7 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Celtics is Kristaps Porzingis, who is sending back 1.4 shots per game. He scored 36.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 35.4 FanDuel fantasy points in his last 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 19th in the NBA.

Projected Celtics' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Mavericks, the Celtics' starting five were Kristaps Porzingis, Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Derrick White and Jrue Holiday. For the upcoming matchup, Celtics has the following injuries: Drew Peterson is out (concussion) and Anton Watson is out (thigh).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Mavericks coming into this game as 8 point underdogs the suggestion is to bet at the Celtics.

Money Line betting suggestion

Mavericks are a 8 money line underdog for the game against the Celtics, and the suggestion is to pick the Celtics.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Mavericks and Celtics is 222.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

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