Celtics vs Rockets Prediction and NBA Tips - 14 January 2024
Last updated: Jan 14, 2024, 12:10AM | Published: Jan 12, 2024, 11:49PM
The Boston Celtics will take on the Houston Rockets in NBA action at TD Garden on Sunday, beginning at 11:00am AEDT.
Led by star players Jayson Tatum, Kristaps Porzingis and Jaylen Brown, the Celtics are up against a Rockets side that includes Alperen Sengun, Fred VanVleet and Jalen Green.
Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Celtics vs Rockets game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are featured below.
Who Will Win: Celtics vs Rockets
Using advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Sunday's Boston-Houston NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Celtics an 86% chance of beating the Rockets at TD Garden.
More: Celtics vs Rockets Simulated 10K Times
Celtics vs Rockets: Odds
The latest Betfair betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at TD Garden are listed here:
- Head to Head: Celtics $1.12, Rockets $8.80
- Line: Celtics -15 ($2.02), Rockets +15 ($1.95)
- Total (Over/Under 226.5 Points): Over $1.92, Under $2.00
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 $1.12 and the Rockets at $8.80.
The Celtics are 15-point favourites against the Rockets, with odds of $2.02 currently available at Betfair.
For the underdog Rockets (+15) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $1.95.
The Over/Under for total points scored is set at 226.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.92 and odds for the Under at $2.00.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Rockets (+15) have a 56% chance of covering the line, while the 226.5-point Over/Under has a 52% chance of staying Under.
The best site to place a bet on the Celtics vs Rockets game is Betfair, where you can bet against other sports fans instead of using a traditional bookmaker.
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Celtics vs Rockets: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Houston at $8.80 with Betfair (2.9% edge)
- Line: Rockets +15 at $1.95 with Betfair (56% probability) 🔥
- Total Points: Under 226.5 at $2.00 with Betfair (52% probability)
Every time you see a 🔥, you know it's one of Stats Insider's best bets of the day across any sport.
Stats Insider's Celtics vs Rockets best bets are based on world-class simulations and wagering expertise to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
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Celtics vs Rockets: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Celtics vs Rockets at TD Garden on Sunday has the Celtics prevailing 119-106.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full coverage of Boston vs Houston on Sunday, including pre-game predictions, expert tips, and live updates.
Celtics vs Rockets: Player Props
Player props are a great way to bet on Celtics vs Rockets without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to predict how each team's leading players will perform at TD Garden.
Jayson Tatum is expected to step up for the Celtics with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists, while Alperen Sengun is projected to finish with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the Rockets.
Celtics Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jayson Tatum | 25 | 8 | 4 |
| Kristaps Porzingis | 23 | 7 | 3 |
| Jaylen Brown | 22 | 5 | 3 |
| Jrue Holiday | 15 | 6 | 6 |
| Derrick White | 14 | 4 | 4 |
Rockets Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alperen Sengun | 21 | 8 | 5 |
| Fred VanVleet | 19 | 4 | 7 |
| Jalen Green | 17 | 4 | 3 |
| Jabari Smith | 14 | 9 | 1 |
| Dillon Brooks | 10 | 3 | 2 |
Our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for the latest betting analysis before the Boston vs Houston match-up at TD Garden.
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Celtics vs Rockets: Preview
The NBA match-up between the Celtics and Rockets at TD Garden is scheduled to tip off at 11:00am AEDT on Sunday.
- Teams: Boston Celtics vs Houston Rockets
- Date: Sunday 14 January 2024
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: TD Garden
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise stated.
Our Boston vs Houston 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 cutting-edge 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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