Celtics vs Pistons Prediction and NBA Tips - 5 December 2024
Last updated: Dec 5, 2024, 12:41AM | Published: Dec 4, 2024, 1:41AM
The Boston Celtics will take on the Detroit Pistons in NBA action at TD Garden on Thursday, beginning at 11:30am AEDT.
With the likes of Jaylen Brown, Kristaps Porzingis and Payton Pritchard, the Celtics are aiming to beat a Pistons line-up that includes Cade Cunningham, Jaden Ivey and Tobias Harris.
This article features Stats Insider's free betting tips for the Celtics vs Pistons game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Thursday's Boston vs Detroit NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Celtics an 83% chance of defeating the Pistons at TD Garden.
Celtics vs Pistons: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at TD Garden are listed below:
- Head to Head: Celtics $1.12, Pistons $6.75
- Line: Celtics -12 ($1.91), Pistons +12 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 222 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 $1.12 and the Pistons at $6.75.
The Celtics are listed as 12-point favourites against the Pistons, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Pistons (+12) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 222 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 (+12) are predicted to cover the line 54% of the time, while the 222-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Celtics vs Pistons: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Detroit at $6.75 with Bet365
- Line: Pistons +12 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 222 at $1.91 with Bet365
Our Celtics vs Pistons predictions are based on world-class modelling and gambling intelligence to give you the best possible advice 24/7.
While the Celtics have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pistons to win is our preferred option because of the 2.1% edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges seen on Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.
Celtics vs Pistons: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Celtics vs Pistons at TD Garden on Thursday is the Celtics prevailing 116-105.
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 Thursday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
Celtics vs Pistons: Player Props
Player props are an enjoyable way to bet on Celtics vs Pistons without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to predict individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Jaylen Brown is expected to lead the Celtics with 25 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists, while Cade Cunningham is projected to finish with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists for the Pistons.
Celtics Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaylen Brown | 25 | 6 | 4 |
| Kristaps Porzingis | 20 | 7 | 2 |
| Payton Pritchard | 17 | 4 | 5 |
| Derrick White | 17 | 4 | 5 |
| Sam Hauser | 13 | 5 | 2 |
Pistons Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cade Cunningham | 24 | 5 | 8 |
| Jaden Ivey | 16 | 4 | 4 |
| Tobias Harris | 13 | 7 | 2 |
| Malik Beasley | 11 | 3 | 1 |
| Jalen Duren | 11 | 9 | 2 |
Our model updates frequently, so bookmark this page for the latest betting predictions before the Boston vs Detroit game.
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Celtics vs Pistons: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Celtics and Pistons at TD Garden is scheduled to start at 11:30am AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: Boston Celtics vs Detroit Pistons
- Date: Thursday 5 December 2024
- 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.
Conclusion
Our Boston vs Detroit predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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