Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Boston Celtics Prediction, Odds, Picks for NBA Thursday [12/14/2023]

NBA action continues on Thursday at 7:30PM ET as the Cleveland Cavaliers face off with the favored Boston Celtics at TD Garden.

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

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

Based on high-tech computer power and data, Dimers.com has simulated the outcome of Thursday's Cavaliers-Celtics NBA game 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions for today.

Dimers' proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Celtics a 75% chance of defeating the Cavaliers, with our predicted final score seeing the Celtics winning 117-109.

According to our model, the Cavaliers (+8.5) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 227.5 points has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

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Cavaliers vs. Celtics Odds

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

Bet Type	Cavaliers	Celtics
Spread	+8.5 (-108)	-8.5 (-110)
Moneyline	+310	-360
Total	o227.5 (-112)	u227.5 (-108)

• The Celtics are currently -8.5 favorites versus the Cavaliers, with -110 at BetMGM Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Cavaliers (+8.5) to cover the spread, DraftKings Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -108.
• FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Celtics at -360, which means you can risk $360 to win $100, for a total payout of $460, if they get the W.
• On the other hand, BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Cavaliers at +310, where you can bet $100 to profit $310, earning a total payout of $410, if they win.
• The Over/Under for total points scored sits at 227.5 with DraftKings, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -112, as well as the best odds for the Under at -108.

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

As always, make sure you check all of the sports betting sites that are available in your state for the best NBA odds and lines.

Cavaliers vs. Celtics Picks

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

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Spread	Cavaliers +8.5	-108
Moneyline	Cavaliers	+310
Total	Under 227.5	-108

While the Celtics are more likely to win the game, according to DimersBOT, betting on the Cavaliers moneyline is the best option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently on offer.

Taking advantage of the edges published here at Dimers is pivotal to achieving long-term profitability as a sports bettor.

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Cavaliers vs. Celtics Player Props

Betting on Cavaliers vs. Celtics NBA player props? We have crunched the numbers to project key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers.

Donovan Mitchell is expected to lead the way for the Cavaliers with 26 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists, while Jayson Tatum is projected to finish with 28 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the Celtics.

Cavaliers Prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Cavaliers in Thursday's game:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM
Donovan Mitchell	26	6	4	4
Darius Garland	23	3	6	3
Jarrett Allen	12	7	2	0
Max Strus	12	4	3	3
Caris LeVert	10	3	3	2

Celtics Prediction

Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers for the Celtics on Thursday:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM
Jayson Tatum	28	10	5	2
Jaylen Brown	23	6	4	2
Kristaps Porzingis	23	7	3	3
Jrue Holiday	17	5	6	2
Derrick White	15	4	4	3

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

Don't forget, our model updates often, so check this article for the latest betting insights before Cavaliers vs. Celtics on Thursday December 14, 2023.

Cavaliers vs. Celtics Game Information

Thursday's action between the Celtics and Cavaliers at TD Garden is scheduled to begin at 7:30PM ET.

• Who: Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Boston Celtics
• Date: Thursday December 14, 2023
• Time: 7:30PM ET / 4:30PM PT
• Venue: TD Garden

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Conclusion

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