Boston Celtics vs Golden State Warriors Betting Picks & Predictions
The Boston Celtics and the Golden State Warriors are facing off once again in the Chase Center for a 2022 NBA Finals rematch. The Celtics currently have a 20-5 record and
Game outlook
The Boston Celtics and the Golden State Warriors are facing off once again in the Chase Center for a 2022 NBA Finals rematch. The Celtics currently have a 20-5 record and 12-11-2 against the spread (ATS). The Warriors, on the other hand, are 12-14 and 11-15-0 ATS, indicating a rocky start for the season. The Celtics are the betting favorite for the match, opening at -5.5 and the line has not moved. The Celtics hope to add another win to their record when the two paths intersect, while the Warriors aim to replicate their win at the 2021 Finals.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Celtics -225 | Warriors +185
Spread: Celtics -5.5 (-110) | Warriors +5.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 231.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Boston will win straight-up is 69%.
Boston Celtics
The Celtics have displayed a strong performance this season with an impressive NBA-best record, bolstered by their third-best defensive rating, third-highest block percentage and second-lowest free throw attempts per game, coupled with their fifth-lowest offensive rebounding percentage and fifth-highest offensive rating. With Jayson Tatum (27.3 ppg) leading the offense, they are also ranked sixth in true shooting percentage with the fourth-highest efficiency at the rim. The Celtics have solidified themselves as nightmare to defeat on both ends of the floor. The Celtics have had an impressive season thus far with an NBA-best record due to their strong defensive and offensive performances. With strong ratings in defensive rating, block percentage and free throw attempts per game, along with a fifth-lowest offensive rebounding percentage and a fifth-highest offensive rating, the Celtics have become a powerful force to be reckoned with. Led by Jayson Tatum (27.3 ppg), they are also sixth in true shooting percentage and fourth-highest efficiency at the rim. With solid performances both offensively and defensively, the Celtics have established themselves as a nightmare to defeat.