The Timberwolves will host the Celtics at 8:00p.m. ET on Thursday night. The Celtics are listed as 5.0-point favorites and the total is sitting at 217.5 points, what is the smart bet from Minnesota? Keep reading for our Celtics vs. Timberwolves prediction.
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
529 Boston Celtics (-5.0) at 530 Minnesota Timberwolves (-5.0); o/u 217.5
7:10 p.m. ET, January 2, 2025
Toyota Center, Houston, TX
Celtics vs. Timberwolves Public Betting Information
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 63% of public bettors are currently backing the Celtics when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Boston Celtics DFS SPIN
The Celtics improved to 24-9 beating the Raptors by a score of 125-71. Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porzingis are listed as game-time decisions for Thursday.
Minnesota Timberwolves DFS SPIN
The Timberwolves fell to 17-15, losing to the Thunder 113-105 on December 31st. Rob Dillingham remains out with an ankle injury versus the Boston.
Celtics vs. Timberwolves Prediction:
Take the Celtics, Boston is on a different level than every other team this season. They have so much talent at each position and a great bench. Minnesota has been good this year, but there not the same team as Boston. Celtics roll.
NBA BETTING PREDICTION: Celtics -5