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Game time: January 20, 2025 at 5:00 PM ET

Venue: Chase Center — San Francisco, CA

Article updated Jan 20, 2:14 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Golden State Warriors will face off against the Boston Celtics in a highly anticipated Monday night showdown at the Chase Center. The defending champion Celtics have had

Game outlook

The Golden State Warriors will face off against the Boston Celtics in a highly anticipated Monday night showdown at the Chase Center. The defending champion Celtics have had a strong start to the season but only two wins in their last five games. Meanwhile, the Warriors are in the midst of a two-game winning streak and are in the thick of the Western Conference race. In their previous matchup in November, the Warriors emerged victorious in Boston. The Celtics will be looking to even the score in what promises to be a thrilling game. Boston is currently favored to win by a significant margin, with a line opening at -7.25 and the current line at Boston -10. Stay tuned for our Celtics vs Warriors prediction.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Celtics -450 | Warriors +350

Spread: Celtics -10 (-110) | Warriors +10 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 224 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Boston will win straight-up is 82%.

Boston Celtics

Despite recent struggles, the Boston Celtics remain a top contender for the NBA Championship. With a 14-5 road record and strong three-point shooting, the team still has confidence in their ability to win. Their offense has slightly regressed this season, but they excel in three-point shooting and have an elite defense led by Jayson Tatum. In terms of statistics, Boston ranks 5th in offense and 6th in defense, with notable percentages in field goals and free throws. Their rebounding and assist numbers are also strong, while their defense is efficient in limiting opponent field goals. Overall, Boston maintains a solid power ranking of 3 and a record of 2-1 this season.

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Golden State Warriors Analysis

The Golden State Warriors have had a somewhat inconsistent season so far but are currently in tenth place in the Western Conference standings. They have won their last two games and are looking to build on that momentum. Despite facing injuries, the team has shown progress on the defensive end and will rely on that in their upcoming game against the Boston Celtics. The Warriors have struggled with depth due to injuries but continue to showcase their defensive consistency. Offensively, they have been efficient in shooting and rebounding. With key players like Steph Curry and Andrew Wiggins performing well, there is reason for optimism for the team moving forward. The Warriors rank #19 for offense and #9 for defense in the league. Their upcoming game against Boston will be a tough challenge, but they have found success against them in recent years.

Warriors' Strong Defense Positions Them Well to Cover Spread against Boston

Although the Warriors may not secure a victory, their strong defensive capabilities make them well-equipped to cover the spread in this matchup. With one of the top defenses in the NBA, Golden State has demonstrated an ability to compete in close games. This will likely enable them to remain competitive and potentially keep the scoring margin close, despite being unlikely to emerge as the winner. Furthermore, Golden State's previous success against Boston, including a victory in November, may give them a sense of confidence and momentum heading into this game. Overall, the Warriors have the potential to limit Boston's offensive production and make a competitive showing in this matchup.

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SportsJaw Celtics vs Warriors archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Celtics vs Warriors matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Boston Celtics-293 → -390Moved
  • Moneyline · Golden State Warriors+218 → +305Moved
  • Spread · Boston Celtics-7.25 (-110) → -9 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Golden State Warriors+7.25 (-110) → +9 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over224 (-110) → 225 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under224 (-110) → 225 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Boston Celtics
2-1 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Golden State Warriors
1-3 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-20T19:14:13.567Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Golden State Warriors have had a somewhat inconsistent season so far but are currently in tenth place in the Western Conference standings. They have won their last two games and are looking to build on that momentum. Despite facing injuries, the team has shown progress on the defensive end and will rely on that in their upcoming game against the Boston Celtics. The Warriors have struggled with depth due to injuries but continue to showcase their defensive consistency. Offensively, they have been efficient in shooting and rebounding. With key players like Steph Curry and Andrew Wiggins performing well, there is reason for optimism for the team moving forward. The Warriors rank #19 for offense and #9 for defense in the league. Their upcoming game against Boston will be a tough challenge, but they have found success against them in recent years.

Recent head-to-head

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Boston Celtics defeated Golden State Warriors 125-85

Boston Celtics defeated Golden State Warriors 125-85 on January 20, 2025, a 40-point decision in the series. Boston Celtics' strongest period was the 3rd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 43-24. Against SportsJaw's recorded Boston Celtics -9 (-110) spread, Boston Celtics covered, while the 210 combined points finished under the recorded total of 225.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • JohnnywalkerSpread · Boston Celtics -7.5 (-110)Win
  • CoolioSpread · Golden State Warriors +10 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Under 224 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkSpread · Golden State Warriors +10 (-110)Loss