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Boston Celtics Look to Extend Road Winning Streak Against New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden

The Boston Celtics, with a record of 58-20, will aim for their ninth consecutive road win when they face the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday night at 7:30 PM ET. After a dominating victory over the Washington Wizards, the Celtics are coming in as the betting favorite against the Knicks, who are coming off a win against the Phoenix Suns. Boston has a strong advantage in recent matchups against New York, leading the season series 3-0. The current betting line favors Boston at -1. Stay tuned to see which team comes out on top in this Celtics vs. Knicks showdown.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Celtics -114 | Knicks -106
• Spread: Celtics -1 (-110) | Knicks +1 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 221.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Boston will win straight-up is 53%.

Boston vs New York Stats

Boston Celtics

The Boston Celtics have recently bounced back from a loss to Miami with wins over Phoenix and Washington, securing the number two spot in the Eastern Conference standings. They are currently four games behind Cleveland and will aim to close the gap in their upcoming game on Tuesday. Boston averages 116.9 points per game and has been performing well both offensively and defensively. Key players such as Payton Pritchard, Derrick White, and Sam Hauser have been instrumental in their recent victories. However, they may face challenges with Kristaps Porzingis and Jayson Tatum being questionable for the next game. Boston ranks high in offensive and defensive statistics, showing strength in both areas. Their performance so far this season has been impressive, with a power ranking of 3 and a record of 58-20.

New York Knicks Analysis

The New York Knicks have rebounded with wins over Atlanta and Phoenix after a loss to Cleveland. They are currently third in the Eastern Conference standings but have yet to secure a win against Cleveland and Boston this season. With an average of 116.1 points per game, the Knicks have a strong offense, making over 54% of their field goals and 42.9% of their three-pointers. OG Anunoby, Mikal Bridges, and Karl-Anthony Towns have been standout players for New York.

Defensively, the Knicks are giving up 111.7 points per game and are ranked 13th in the league for defensive efficiency. They will be looking to improve their defense going into their next game. Pacome Dadiet is questionable for the upcoming game. New York has a power ranking of 8 and is ranked 9th in offense, scoring an average of 116.16 points per game. They have impressive shooting percentages but need to work on their defense to continue their success in the Eastern Conference.

Boston Celtics Dominate with Impressive Form, Set to Cover Spread Against New York Knicks

The Boston Celtics are currently in impressive form, winning 11 of their last 12 games, outperforming the New York Knicks who have won five of their last six games. Boston has demonstrated proficiency in shooting, with an accuracy rate exceeding 48 percent in their most recent three games. Their ability to locate open players, strong rebounding performance - averaging over 18 offensive rebounds per game - and careful ball handling have contributed to their success. On the other hand, the Knicks struggle defensively, allowing over 110 points per game at home, indicating challenges in slowing down the Celtics. Considering these factors, it is advisable to favor the Boston Celtics to cover the spread in their upcoming matchup against the New York Knicks.

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