Celtics vs Pistons Prediction and NBA Tips - 13 December 2024
Last updated: Dec 13, 2024, 12:39AM | Published: Dec 10, 2024, 5:15PM
The Boston Celtics will take on the Detroit Pistons in NBA action at TD Garden on Friday, commencing at 11:30am AEDT.
Led by the likes of Jaylen Brown, Kristaps Porzingis and Derrick White, the Celtics are up against a Pistons team that includes Cade Cunningham, Jaden Ivey and Tobias Harris.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Celtics vs Pistons game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Based on advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Friday's Boston vs Detroit NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Celtics an 81% chance of defeating the Pistons at TD Garden.
Celtics vs Pistons: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at TD Garden are shown here:
- Head to Head: Celtics $1.15, Pistons $5.75
- Line: Celtics -11.5 ($1.91), Pistons +11.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 224.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Celtics at $1.15 and the Pistons at $5.75.
The Celtics are 11.5-point favourites against the Pistons, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Pistons (+11.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 224.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Pistons (+11.5) are predicted to cover the line 54% of the time, while the 224.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Celtics vs Pistons: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Detroit at $5.75 with Bet365
- Line: Pistons +11.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 224.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Celtics vs Pistons best bets are based on complex simulations and gambling 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 Pistons to win is our recommended option because of the 1.2% edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Making use of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is one of the keys to achieving long-term success as a sports bettor.
Celtics vs Pistons: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Celtics vs Pistons at TD Garden on Friday is the Celtics winning 117-106.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Boston vs Detroit game on Friday, including data-driven predictions and free betting tips.
Celtics vs Pistons: Player Props
Looking for Celtics vs Pistons player props? Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to project individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Jaylen Brown is expected to lead the way for the Celtics with 25 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists, while Cade Cunningham is projected to have 25 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists for the Pistons.
Celtics Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaylen Brown | 25 | 5 | 4 |
| Kristaps Porzingis | 22 | 8 | 3 |
| Derrick White | 17 | 5 | 5 |
| Payton Pritchard | 17 | 3 | 5 |
| Al Horford | 11 | 6 | 3 |
Pistons Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cade Cunningham | 25 | 6 | 8 |
| Jaden Ivey | 15 | 3 | 4 |
| Tobias Harris | 13 | 7 | 2 |
| Malik Beasley | 13 | 3 | 1 |
| Tim Hardaway | 9 | 2 | 2 |
Our model updates regularly, so bookmark this page for the latest betting tips before the Boston vs Detroit match-up.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets for the best tips for every NBA game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Celtics vs Pistons: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Celtics and Pistons at TD Garden is scheduled to begin at 11:30am AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Boston Celtics vs Detroit Pistons
- Date: Friday 13 December 2024
- Time: 11:30am AEDT
- Venue: TD Garden
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Boston vs Detroit predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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