Boston Celtics at New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick and Odds
Earning a win and covering the posted point spread will be the goals for the Boston Celtics when they hit take on the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday in pro NBA hoops betting action.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
Those looking to pick the visitors as their prediction to cover in this one found the Boston Celtics listed as 0-point earlier at Sportsbook. Meanwhile, the OVER/UNDER total betting line for this game was set at 209.5 at Sportsbook but may have moved since the betting odds opened.
Odds Shark prediction models pick the Celtics to win this game 107-98. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NBA matchups here.
Boston Celtics vs New Orleans Pelicans Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
Supporters of the Boston Celtics have seen them go 11-9 and 11-9 ATS so far this NBA season, while the New Orleans Pelicans are at 5-15 and 7-13 ATS. In Over/Under totals betting, the Pelicans are 9-11, while the Boston Celtics are 9-11. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and New Orleans vs Boston injuries news.
This game pits the New Orleans Pelicans, currently No. 25 in the Odds Shark NBA Power Rankings, against the Boston Celtics, who rate No. 3 in the most recent survey update.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits New Orleans's No. 10-ranked offense averaging 102.25 PPG, against a Boston Celtics defense that ranks No. 7 at 98 PPG. The New Orleans Pelicans field goal percentage has averaged 44.18% so far, more than the Boston Celtics shooters have achieved on the year, 43.46% per game.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Isaiah Thomas scored 23 points in a failed effort to lead the Celtics to victory (they lost 108-105 to San Antonio at AT&T Center on Saturday).
The Cavaliers were burned for 31 points by Anthony Davis on Friday as the Pelicans picked up a 114-108 win at Smoothie King Center.
Next Betting Matchups
Boston home to Chicago, Wednesday, December 9th
New Orleans home to Washington, Friday, December 11th