Pelicans vs. Celtics Prediction & Odds
The Celtics will host the Pelicans at 7:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday night and despite public bettors siding with New Orleans, is Boston the correct play as 10-point home favorites tonight?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
507 New Orleans Pelicans (+10) at 508 Boston Celtics (-10); o/u 229
7:30 p.m. ET, Wednesday, January 11, 2023
TD Garden, Boston, MA
Pelicans vs. Celtics Public Betting Information
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 54% of public bettors are currently backing the Pelicans 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.
New Orleans Pelicans DFS Spin
C.J. McCollum shot 12-of-21 from the field and 6-of-6 from the foul line in Monday’s 132-112 win over the Wizards, scoring 34 points with five rebounds, one assist, two steals, one block, and four 3-pointers in 31 minutes. The Pelicans managed to pick up their first road win over the Wizards in 12 years, and McCollum was a big reason why. Back in action after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Mavericks, he surpassed the 30-point mark for the fifth time this season. Providing 5th-round value in 9-cat formats, McCollum’s scored 26 points or more in four straight games. With Herb Jones (back) exiting Monday’s game early, the Pelicans could be down another starter for Wednesday’s game in Boston, with Brandon Ingram (toe) and Zion Williamson (hamstring) still sidelined. That would put even more responsibility on McCollum’s plate, but he’s capable of meeting the challenge.
Boston Celtics DFS Spin
Jayson Tatum lit up the Bulls for 32 points (10-for-21 FGs), eight rebounds, seven assists, one steal and four 3-pointers in a 107-99 win on Monday. Just another night for Tatum. He has been awesome all season long, which is why he has been a top ten fantasy player over the course of the year. This was their third straight win, and they sit 1.5 games ahead of Brooklyn in the Eastern Conference standings. They have the best record in the league, which certainly has Tatum in the thick of the MVP race. He propelled them to victory on Monday and as long as he’s playing this well, Boston will a favorite to get back to the Finals, and perhaps get the job done this time.
Pelicans vs. Celtics NBA Betting Trends
Pelicans are 2-6 ATS in their last 8 road games
Pelicans are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600
Celtics are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games overall
Celtics are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games following a straight up win
Pelicans vs. Celtics NBA Prediction:
Both teams have struggled at the window, so I’m leaning towards the total tonight. The under is 4-0 in the last four meetings and is 15-6 in the last 21 meetings at TD Garden. The under is also 15-3 in the Pelicans’ last 18 games versus a team with a winning record and is 7-3 in their last 10 games following an ATS win. On the other side, the under is 5-2 in the Celtics’ last seven home games, is 4-1 in their last five games versus a team with a winning percentage above .600 and is 11-5 in their last 16 games when their opponent scores 100 points or more in their previous game.
NBA BETTING PREDICTION: PELICANS/CELTICS UNDER 229