Raptors vs Celtics Prediction and NBA Tips - 16 January 2024
Last updated: Jan 16, 2024, 12:34AM | Published: Jan 15, 2024, 11:16AM
The Toronto Raptors will face the favoured Boston Celtics in NBA action at Scotiabank Arena on Tuesday, beginning at 11:30am AEDT.
Led by the likes of Pascal Siakam, Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett, the Raptors are aiming to beat a Celtics side that includes Jayson Tatum, Kristaps Porzingis and Derrick White.
Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Raptors vs Celtics game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed in this article.
Who Will Win: Raptors vs Celtics
Based on detailed machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Tuesday's Toronto-Boston NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Celtics a 70% chance of winning against the Raptors at Scotiabank Arena.
More: Raptors vs Celtics Simulated 10K Times
Raptors vs Celtics: Odds
The latest Betfair betting odds in Australia for Tuesday's NBA game at Scotiabank Arena are shown below:
- Head to Head: Raptors $3.50, Celtics $1.39
- Line: Raptors +6.5 ($2.02), Celtics -6.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 238.5 Points): Over $1.98, Under $1.95
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 Raptors at $3.50 and the Celtics at $1.39.
The Raptors are listed as 6.5-point underdogs against the Celtics, with odds of $2.02 currently on offer at Betfair.
For the favourite Celtics (-6.5) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $1.91.
The Over/Under for total points scored is set at 238.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.98 and odds for the Under at $1.95.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Raptors (+6.5) have a 53% chance of covering the line, while the Over/Under total of 238.5 points has a 55% chance of staying Under.
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Raptors vs Celtics: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Toronto at $3.50 with Betfair (1.7% edge)
- Line: Raptors +6.5 at $2.02 with Betfair (53% probability)
- Total Points: Under 238.5 at $1.95 with Betfair (55% probability)
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Raptors vs Celtics: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Raptors vs Celtics at Scotiabank Arena this Tuesday has the Celtics winning 121-115.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full coverage of Toronto vs Boston on Tuesday, including pre-game predictions, the best betting tips, and live win probabilities.
Raptors vs Celtics: Player Props
Player props are an enjoyable way to bet on Raptors vs Celtics without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Scotiabank Arena.
Pascal Siakam is expected to lead the Raptors with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists, while Jayson Tatum is projected to finish with 29 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the Celtics.
Raptors Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pascal Siakam | 21 | 7 | 5 |
| Immanuel Quickley | 21 | 4 | 3 |
| RJ Barrett | 19 | 6 | 3 |
| Scottie Barnes | 19 | 7 | 6 |
| Dennis Schroder | 14 | 3 | 5 |
Celtics Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jayson Tatum | 29 | 8 | 5 |
| Kristaps Porzingis | 23 | 7 | 3 |
| Derrick White | 17 | 4 | 5 |
| Jrue Holiday | 14 | 6 | 7 |
| Sam Hauser | 10 | 4 | 1 |
Our model updates frequently, so keep checking this article for the latest betting predictions before the Toronto vs Boston match-up at Scotiabank Arena.
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Raptors vs Celtics: Preview
The NBA match-up between the Raptors and Celtics at Scotiabank Arena is scheduled to start at 11:30am AEDT on Tuesday.
- Teams: Toronto Raptors vs Boston Celtics
- Date: Tuesday 16 January 2024
- Time: 11:30am AEDT
- Venue: Scotiabank Arena
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise stated.
Our Toronto vs Boston predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics 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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