Brooklyn Nets vs Boston Celtics Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 13/02/2024, 06:15  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 13/02/2024 at 11:30 in NBA Prediction

The Boston Celtics will head to the Barclays Center to take on the Brooklyn Nets in the NBA on Tuesday night. The hosts are 21-31 and 12th in the Eastern Conference, while the visitors are 41-12 and lead the Conference standings. 

The Boston Celtics are in impressive form, having secured victory in nine of their last 11 games. They will now set their sights on a fifth consecutive win following their hard-fought 110-106 road triumph against the Heat. Jayson Tatum showcased his prowess by leading the team with 26 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists, complemented by Kristaps Porzingis' contribution of 25 points, nine rebounds, and two blocks. Jaylen Brown also made a significant impact with 20 points on an eight-of-16 shooting performance. With an average of 120.4 points per game, the Celtics rank as the fifth-highest-scoring team in the NBA, while the Nets sit at 16th place in points allowed, conceding 115.2 points per game. Defensively, the Celtics are solid, ranking sixth in the league by allowing only 111.0 points per game. Noteworthy is their tendency to concede 2.8 fewer points per game at home compared to away matches. Xavier Tillman and Jaden Springer may be questionable for the upcoming game.

Meanwhile, the Brooklyn Nets have been fairly consistent, having split their last eight games overall. They will now look to regain momentum following a three-game losing streak, which they halted with a convincing 123-103 victory over the Spurs on Saturday. Cam Thomas led the team with 25 points, while Nicolas Claxton contributed 20 points along with 11 rebounds and two blocks. Brooklyn ranks 19th in scoring in the NBA, averaging 113.9 points per game, while the Boston Celtics stand firm defensively, ranking sixth in the league, conceding an average of 111 points per game. Defensively, the Nets are allowing 115.2 points per contest, placing them 16th in the NBA. Notably, in the 2023-24 season, Brooklyn has been slightly more productive at home, scoring an average of 114.1 points per game compared to 113.7 points per game on the road. Cameron Johnson, Day'Ron Sharpe, and Dariq Whitehead are all listed as doubtful for the upcoming game.