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Game time: December 4, 2024 at 7:30 PM ET

Venue: TD Garden — Boston, MA

Article updated Dec 4, 7:52 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

On Wednesday night, two historic Eastern Conference teams, the Boston Celtics (9-13) and the Detroit Pistons (17-4), will face off at TD Garden in Boston. The Celtics

Game outlook

On Wednesday night, two historic Eastern Conference teams, the Boston Celtics (9-13) and the Detroit Pistons (17-4), will face off at TD Garden in Boston. The Celtics previously defeated the Pistons by six points in late October. Detroit will be playing their second game in two nights, coming off a game against the Bucks on Tuesday. Boston, on the other hand, recently won against the Miami Heat. As of now, Boston is the favorite to win with a current line of -14.5. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30 EST.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Pistons +725 | Celtics -1,200

Spread: Pistons +14.5 (-110) | Celtics -14.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 221 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Boston will win straight-up is 92%.

Detroit Pistons

The Detroit Pistons, who have shown improvement from their previous season, currently have a 9-13 record and are fighting for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. Despite losing to the 76ers in their last game, Malik Beasley led the team in scoring with 19 points, as star guard Cade Cunningham was out with an injury. Cunningham's availability for the upcoming game is uncertain. The team also relies on Jaden Ivey, Tobias Harris, Jalen Duren, and Tim Hardaway Jr. for scoring and defense. Detroit ranks 15th in the league in three-point shooting and defense. With a power ranking of 23, the Pistons excel in rebounding and assists but struggle with turnovers. If you need assistance with pro basketball, consider reaching out to our top NBA handicappers.

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Boston Celtics Analysis

The Boston Celtics are currently excelling in their season, being just one game behind the Cavaliers for first place in the East. Led by Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum, the team has won eight of their last nine games. Brown is the reigning Finals MVP and is having a strong season, averaging 25.0 PPG, 6.4 RPG, and 4.3 APG, while Tatum leads the team in points, rebounds, and assists with a stat line of 28.4 PPG, 8.6 RPG, and 5.6 APG. The Celtics have a strong offense, scoring an average of 120.05 points per game and making the most threes per game in the league with 19.0. Defensively, they are ranked 6th, allowing an average of 109.76 points per game. With key players like Kristaps Porzingis and Derrick White contributing to the team's success, the Celtics are a force to be reckoned with in the NBA.

Detroit Pistons Face Tough Schedule Against Milwaukee Bucks and Boston Celtics, Cade Cunningham's Injury Looms Large

The upcoming game against the Milwaukee Bucks followed by a trip to face the Boston Celtics poses a challenging schedule for the Detroit Pistons. The distance between Detroit and Boston will result in a quick turnaround for the Pistons, adding to the difficulty of the match-up. The Bucks present a physical challenge with players like Giannis Antetokounmpo, Brook Lopez, and Bobby Portis, making them a formidable opponent. The potential absence of Cade Cunningham, due to a pelvis injury, further complicates matters as he is a key player for Detroit. In their recent game against the 76ers, the Pistons struggled without Cunningham on the court. The Celtics, despite some injuries, are expected to field a competitive lineup including Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Derrick White. Considering these factors, it is advisable to choose Boston to cover the spread in this game.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Detroit Pistons+700 → +570Moved
  • Moneyline · Boston Celtics-1,100 → -800Moved
  • Spread · Detroit Pistons+14 (-110) → +12 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Boston Celtics-14 (-110) → -12 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over221 (-110) → 222 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under221 (-110) → 222 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

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

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-05T00:52:40.524Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Detroit Pistons, who have shown improvement from their previous season, currently have a 9-13 record and are fighting for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. Despite losing to the 76ers in their last game, Malik Beasley led the team in scoring with 19 points, as star guard Cade Cunningham was out with an injury. Cunningham's availability for the upcoming game is uncertain. The team also relies on Jaden Ivey, Tobias Harris, Jalen Duren, and Tim Hardaway Jr. for scoring and defense. Detroit ranks 15th in the league in three-point shooting and defense. With a power ranking of 23, the Pistons excel in rebounding and assists but struggle with turnovers. If you need assistance with pro basketball, consider reaching out to our top NBA handicappers.

The upcoming game against the Milwaukee Bucks followed by a trip to face the Boston Celtics poses a challenging schedule for the Detroit Pistons. The distance between Detroit and Boston will result in a quick turnaround for the Pistons, adding to the difficulty of the match-up. The Bucks present a physical challenge with players like Giannis Antetokounmpo, Brook Lopez, and Bobby Portis, making them a formidable opponent. The potential absence of Cade Cunningham, due to a pelvis injury, further complicates matters as he is a key player for Detroit. In their recent game against the 76ers, the Pistons struggled without Cunningham on the court. The Celtics, despite some injuries, are expected to field a competitive lineup including Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Derrick White. Considering these factors, it is advisable to choose Boston to cover the spread in this game.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-10-26Boston Celtics 124 · Detroit Pistons 118
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Boston Celtics defeated Detroit Pistons 130-120

Boston Celtics defeated Detroit Pistons 130-120 on December 4, 2024, a 10-point decision in the series. Boston Celtics' strongest period was the 1st quarter, when it outscored its opponent 39-24. Against SportsJaw's recorded Detroit Pistons +12 (-110) spread, Detroit Pistons covered, while the 250 combined points finished over the recorded total of 222.

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Tipster picks

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