The Boston Celtics (31-14) take on the Dallas Mavericks (24-21) as 8.5-point favorites on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 5:30 PM ET on ABC and ESPN+.
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Celtics vs. Mavericks Predictions for Saturday
Our computer projection model for this matchup expects a final result of Celtics 114, Mavericks 113.
- Moneyline Pick: Celtics (-340)
- Total Pick: Over 224 (computer predicts 226.4 points)
- Pick ATS: Mavericks (+8.5)
Recent Celtics vs. Mavericks Matchups
| Date | Favorite | Spread | Total | Favorite Moneyline | Underdog Moneyline | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/17/2024 | Celtics | -6.5 | 210.5 | -278 | +225 | 106-88 BOS |
| 6/14/2024 | Celtics | -1 | 210.5 | -113 | -108 | 122-84 DAL |
| 6/12/2024 | Mavericks | -3 | 214 | -152 | +128 | 106-99 BOS |
| 6/9/2024 | Celtics | -6.5 | 215 | -278 | +223 | 105-98 BOS |
| 6/6/2024 | Celtics | -6.5 | 217.5 | -239 | +194 | 107-89 BOS |
| 3/1/2024 | Celtics | -8.5 | 237.5 | -384 | +302 | 138-110 BOS |
| 1/22/2024 | Celtics | -2.5 | 240.5 | -138 | +117 | 119-110 BOS |
Celtics 2024-25 Betting Trends
- Boston is 18-27-0 against the spread this season.
- In games this season they were favored by 8.5 points or more, the Celtics have a 14-19 record against the spread.
- Boston's games have hit the over in 19 out of 45 opportunities (42.2%).
- The Celtics have been favorites in 43 games this season and won 31 (72.1%) of those contests.
- This season, Boston has won 24 of its 32 games, or 75%, when favored by at least -340 on the moneyline.
Mavericks 2024-25 Betting Trends
- Dallas is 23-22-0 ATS this season.
- The Mavericks are 1-2 against the spread when an underdog by 8.5 points or more this season.
- The teams have combined to hit the over in 22 of Dallas' 45 games with a set total.
- The Mavericks have been the underdog on the moneyline 21 total times this season. They've finished 9-12 in those games.
- In games it has played as a moneyline underdog with odds of +271 or longer, Dallas has a record of 1-1 (50%).
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Celtics vs. Mavericks Injury Report
Celtics
Celtics:
Derrick White: Questionable (Knee)
Mavericks
Mavericks:
Klay Thompson: Questionable (Ankle),
Dwight Powell: Out (Hip),
Jaden Hardy: Questionable (Ankle),
Naji Marshall: Out (Illness),
Dante Exum: Out (Wrist),
Dereck Lively: Out (Ankle),
Luka Doncic: Out (Calf)
Celtics vs. Mavericks Game Time and TV Channel
- Game day: Saturday, January 25, 2025
- Game time: 5:30 PM ET
- TV channel: ABC and ESPN+
- Location: Dallas, Texas
- Arena: American Airlines Center
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