Houston Rockets Vs Boston Celtics Prediction, Preview, And Betting Odds
The Boston Celtics and Houston Rockets are set to clash in an exciting matchup on Sunday, January 21, 2024, at 05:00 PM ET at the Toyota Center (Houston). Here’s a comprehensive preview of the game, including betting odds, and a game prediction.
Match Prediction Boston Celtics vs Houston Rockets
While the Rockets are a scrappy team, the Celtics’ overall talent and experience are likely to be too much to overcome. The Celtics’ suffocating defense should limit the Rockets’ scoring, while their offensive firepower should be on full display. Expect a Boston win, but perhaps not by as large a margin as the previous matchup.
Head to Head
The Celtics won the last matchup between the two teams on January 13th by a score of 132-99. So, the Celtics have the upper hand going into this game. However, the Rockets are a young and scrappy team that has been surprisingly competitive this season. They are currently sitting in 9th place in the Western Conference with a 24-22 record.
Boston Celtics vs Houston Rockets Preview
- Houston Rockets: Despite their youth, the Rockets have been surprisingly competitive this season, currently sitting in 9th place in the Western Conference with a 24-22 record. Key players to watch include Alperen Sengun (averaging 22.8 points and 10.3 rebounds), Jalen Green (20.1 points, 3.9 assists), and Jabari Smith Jr. (13.2 points, 3.6 rebounds).
- Boston Celtics: The Celtics remain one of the league’s best teams, boasting a 34-12 record and the top spot in the Eastern Conference. Jayson Tatum leads the charge with 28.2 points and 7.5 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown adds 25.3 points and 5.9 rebounds. Their balanced offense and tenacious defense make them a tough matchup for any team.
Houston Rockets vs Boston Celtics Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Celtics -1200, Rockets +750
- Spread: Celtics -15.5, Rockets +15.5
- Over/Under: 228 points
- Lean towards the Celtics covering the spread, but be wary of the large point differential.
- Consider a Celtics player prop on Jayson Tatum or Jaylen Brown to score over their points average.
- The over/under is a toss-up, but the Celtics’ strong defense might make the under a safer bet.
FAQs for Boston Celtics vs Houston Rockets
Why Boston is called Celtics?
Both the nickname “Celtics” and their mascot “Lucky the Leprechaun” are a nod to Boston’s historically large Irish population, and also to the Original Celtics, a barnstorming basketball team that played in the early 20th century.
Who is the captain of the Celtics?
The Celtics have not had a captain since trading away Rajon Rondo in 2014 and that trend will continue in the first full season for Joe Mazzulla in Boston as head coach without the interim tag.
Where do the Celtics play in Boston?
As New England’s largest sports and entertainment arena, TD Garden is the home of the storied NHL’s Boston Bruins and NBA’s Boston Celtics franchises and hosts over 3.5 million people a year at its world-renowned concerts, sporting events, family shows, wrestling, and ice shows.
What place are the Boston Celtics in?
2023-24 Schedule32-9, 1st in Atlantic Division.
Who is Celtic’s current best player?
ESPN finalized its annual ranking of the 100 best players in the NBA on Monday. The Celtics are very well-represented on this year’s list, with four of their players cutting. The highest-ranked Celtic on this list is, unsurprisingly, Jayson Tatum.
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Conclusion
The Celtics, on the other hand, are one of the best teams in the league, with a 34-12 record and the top spot in the Eastern Conference. Jayson Tatum leads the charge with 28.2 points and 7.5 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown adds 25.3 points and 5.9 rebounds. Their balanced offense and tenacious defense make them a tough matchup for any team.
