Celtics vs Pistons Prediction and NBA Tips - 29 December 2023
Last updated: Dec 29, 2023, 12:42AM | Published: Dec 27, 2023, 10:48PM
The Boston Celtics will square off with the Detroit Pistons in NBA action at TD Garden on Friday, commencing at 11:30am AEDT.
Led by the likes of Jayson Tatum, Kristaps Porzingis and Derrick White, the Celtics are up against a Pistons line-up that includes Cade Cunningham, Bojan Bogdanovic and Jalen Duren.
Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Celtics vs Pistons game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are featured in this article.
Who Will Win: Celtics vs Pistons
Based on advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Friday's Boston-Detroit NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Celtics an 89% chance of beating the Pistons at TD Garden.
More: Celtics vs Pistons Match Centre
Celtics vs Pistons: Odds
The latest Betfair betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at TD Garden are shown here:
- Head to Head: Celtics $1.08, Pistons $13.00
- Line: Celtics -17 ($2.00), Pistons +17 ($1.97)
- Total (Over/Under 233.5 Points): Over $1.97, Under $1.96
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 $1.08 and the Pistons at $13.00.
The Celtics are 17-point favourites against the Pistons, with odds of $2.00 currently on offer at Betfair.
For the underdog Pistons (+17) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $1.97.
The Over/Under for Celtics vs Pistons has been set at 233.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.97 and odds for the Under at $1.96.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Pistons (+17) have a 59% chance of covering the line, while the 233.5-point Over/Under has a 52% chance of staying Under.
The best site for placing bets on the Celtics vs Pistons game is Betfair, where you are able to bet against other sports fans instead of using a traditional bookmaker.
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Celtics vs Pistons: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Detroit at $13.00 with Betfair (3.6% edge)
- Line: Pistons +17 at $1.97 with Betfair (59% probability) 🔥
- Total Points: Under 233.5 at $1.96 with Betfair (52% probability)
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While the Celtics have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pistons to win is our preferred option because of the 3.6% edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
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Celtics vs Pistons: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Celtics vs Pistons at TD Garden this Friday has the Celtics prevailing 123-109.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full betting coverage of Boston vs Detroit on Friday, including pre-game predictions, the best betting tips, and live win probabilities.
Celtics vs Pistons: Player Props
Player props are a popular way to bet on Celtics vs Pistons without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to project individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Jayson Tatum is expected to lead the Celtics with 28 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists, while Cade Cunningham is projected to have 23 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists for the Pistons.
Celtics Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jayson Tatum | 28 | 9 | 5 |
| Kristaps Porzingis | 28 | 8 | 3 |
| Derrick White | 19 | 4 | 4 |
| Jrue Holiday | 17 | 6 | 8 |
| Sam Hauser | 12 | 4 | 2 |
Pistons Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cade Cunningham | 23 | 4 | 6 |
| Bojan Bogdanovic | 22 | 3 | 3 |
| Jalen Duren | 13 | 11 | 2 |
| Jaden Ivey | 12 | 3 | 4 |
| Ausar Thompson | 8 | 6 | 2 |
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for the latest betting tips before the Boston vs Detroit match-up at TD Garden.
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Celtics vs Pistons: Preview
The NBA match-up between the Celtics and Pistons at TD Garden is scheduled to tip off at 11:30am AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Boston Celtics vs Detroit Pistons
- Date: Friday 29 December 2023
- Time: 11:30am AEDT
- Venue: TD Garden
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise stated.
Our Boston vs Detroit predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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