Celtics vs Heat Prediction and NBA Tips - 25 April 2024
Last updated: Apr 24, 2024, 11:05PM | Published: Apr 21, 2024, 9:16PM
The Boston Celtics will take on the Miami Heat in the 2024 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden on Thursday, commencing at 9:00am AEST.
With star players Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porzingis, the Celtics are looking to overcome a Heat side that includes Tyler Herro, Bam Adebayo and Jaime Jaquez.
Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Celtics vs Heat game, plus the latest betting odds and player props, are featured in this article.
Who Will Win: Celtics vs Heat
Using trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Thursday's Boston-Miami NBA Playoffs game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Celtics an 87% chance of beating the Heat at TD Garden.
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Celtics vs Heat: Odds
The current Betfair betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at TD Garden are shown below:
- Head to Head: Celtics $1.11, Heat $9.40
- Line: Celtics -14.5 ($2.08), Heat +14.5 ($1.85)
- Total (Over/Under 205.5 Points): Over $1.97, Under $1.98
Odds via Betfair are correct at time of publishing and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Betfair currently has the Celtics at $1.11 and the Heat at $9.40.
The Celtics are listed as 14.5-point favourites against the Heat, with odds of $2.08 currently available at Betfair.
For the underdog Heat (+14.5) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $1.85.
The Over/Under for Celtics vs Heat is set at 205.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.97 and odds for the Under at $1.98.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Heat (+14.5) have a 55% chance of covering the line, while the 205.5-point Over/Under has a 51% chance of going Over.
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Celtics vs Heat: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Miami at $9.40 with Betfair (2.8% edge)
- Line: Heat +14.5 at $1.85 with Betfair (55% probability)
- Total Points: Over 205.5 at $1.97 with Betfair (51% probability)
These Celtics vs Heat best bets are based on market-leading simulations and wagering intelligence to provide you with the best possible advice around the clock.
While the Celtics have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Heat to win is our preferred option due to the 2.8% edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges published here at Stats Insider is one of the keys to achieving long-term profitability.
Celtics vs Heat: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Celtics vs Heat at TD Garden this Thursday has the Celtics prevailing 109-96.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full betting coverage of Boston vs Miami on Thursday, including pre-game predictions, top betting tips, and live win probabilities.
Celtics vs Heat: Player Props
Looking for Celtics vs Heat player props? Stats Insider uses the best data available to predict individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Jayson Tatum is expected to lead the Celtics with 31 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists, while Tyler Herro is projected to finish with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the Heat.
Celtics Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jayson Tatum | 31 | 9 | 5 |
| Jaylen Brown | 27 | 7 | 3 |
| Kristaps Porzingis | 21 | 8 | 3 |
| Derrick White | 14 | 4 | 6 |
| Jrue Holiday | 12 | 5 | 5 |
Heat Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Herro | 21 | 6 | 5 |
| Bam Adebayo | 19 | 10 | 5 |
| Jaime Jaquez | 13 | 5 | 3 |
| Nikola Jovic | 9 | 5 | 2 |
| Caleb Martin | 9 | 5 | 2 |
Remember, our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting tips before the Boston vs Miami match-up at TD Garden.
As always, check out our Best Bets for the best tips for every NBA game, plus a host of other sports that we offer predictions on.
Celtics vs Heat: Preview
The NBA match-up between the Celtics and Heat in the NBA Playoffs is scheduled to begin at 9:00am AEST on Thursday.
- Teams: Boston Celtics vs Miami Heat
- Date: Thursday 25 April 2024
- Time: 9:00am AEST
- Venue: TD Garden
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) unless otherwise noted.
Our Boston vs Miami predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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