Boston Celtics vs. Miami Heat Prediction, Odds, NBA Picks [1/25/2024]

The Miami Heat and Boston Celtics are scheduled to meet in NBA action at Kaseya Center on Thursday, starting at 7:30PM ET.

Dimers.com's full betting preview for Thursday's Celtics vs. Heat matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Celtics vs. Heat Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used innovative machine learning and data to simulate the result of Thursday's NBA game between the Celtics and Heat 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of NBA predictions.

Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Celtics a 72% chance of beating the Heat, and our predicted final score has the Celtics winning 115-108.

According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and both the Celtics and Heat have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the 224.5-point Over/Under also has a 52% chance of going under.

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Celtics vs. Heat Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Celtics	Heat
Spread	-6.5 (-110)	+6.5 (-110)
Moneyline	-250	+240
Total	o224.5 (-110)	u224.5 (-110)

• The Heat are +6.5 underdogs against the Celtics, with -110 at DraftKings Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the favored Celtics (-6.5) to cover the spread, DraftKings also has the best odds currently on offer at -110.
• FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Heat at +240. That means you can throw down $100 to profit $240, earning a total payout of $340, if they win.
• DraftKings currently has the best moneyline odds for the Celtics at -250, where you can risk $250 to win $100 for a total payout of $350 if they come out on top.
• The Over/Under for total points scored is set at 224.5 with DraftKings, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -110, as well as the best odds for the Under at -110.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

As always, check out all of the online sportsbooks that are available in your state for the best NBA odds and lines.

Celtics vs. Heat Picks

By comparing our probabilities to the odds listed above, we have identified the best betting picks to place on this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Spread	Celtics -6.5	-110
Moneyline	Celtics	-250
Total	Under 224.5	-110

Our NBA best bets are based on detailed modeling and gambling expertise to serve you the best possible plays every day of the year.

Celtics vs. Heat Player Props

NBA player props are a common way to wager on Thursday's Celtics vs. Heat matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome.

We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Kaseya Center.

Jayson Tatum is expected to step up for the Celtics with 26 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists, while Terry Rozier is projected to finish with 22 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists for the Heat.

Celtics Prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Celtics:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM
Jayson Tatum	26	9	5	3
Kristaps Porzingis	23	7	3	2
Jaylen Brown	22	6	4	2
Derrick White	16	4	5	3
Jrue Holiday	14	6	5	2

Heat Prediction

Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers for the Heat:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM
Terry Rozier	22	4	5	3
Jimmy Butler	21	5	5	1
Bam Adebayo	20	9	5	0
Tyler Herro	19	6	3	3
Jaime Jaquez	12	3	2	1

For more help with your NBA prop betting, check out the best NBA trends for today's games.

Remember, our model updates often, so keep checking this page for the latest betting insights ahead of the Celtics vs. Heat on Thursday January 25, 2024.

Celtics vs. Heat Game Information

Thursday's game between the Heat and Celtics at Kaseya Center is scheduled to start at 7:30PM ET.

• Who: Boston Celtics vs. Miami Heat
• Date: Thursday January 25, 2024
• Time: 7:30PM ET / 4:30PM PT
• Venue: Kaseya Center

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Conclusion

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