Houston Rockets vs. Boston Celtics Prediction, Odds, NBA Picks [1/13/2024]

NBA action continues on Saturday at 7:00PM ET as the Houston Rockets face off with the favored Boston Celtics at TD Garden.

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

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

We have used powerful machine learning and statistics to simulate the result of Saturday's NBA matchup between the Rockets and Celtics 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of NBA picks.

Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Celtics an 86% chance of beating the Rockets, and our predicted final score has the Celtics winning 119-106.

According to our model, the Rockets (+14.5) have a 56% chance of covering the spread, while the 226.5-point Over/Under has a 52% chance of going under.

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Rockets vs. Celtics Odds

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

Bet Type	Rockets	Celtics
Spread	+14.5 (-105)	-14.5 (-115)
Moneyline	+800	-1100
Total	o226.5 (-110)	u226.5 (-110)

• The Celtics are currently -14.5 favorites against the Rockets, with -115 at BetMGM Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Rockets (+14.5) to cover the spread, BetMGM also has the best odds currently on the market at -105.
• FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Celtics at -1100. That means you can risk $1,100 to win $100 for a total payout of $1,200 if they get the W.
• Elsewhere, BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Rockets at +800, where you can put down $100 to profit $800, earning a total payout of $900 if they win.
• The Over/Under is set at 226.5 with BetMGM, 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 the online sportsbooks available in your state for the best NBA odds and lines.

Rockets vs. Celtics Picks

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

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Spread	Rockets +14.5	-105 🔥
Moneyline	Rockets	+800
Total	Under 226.5	-110

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While the Celtics are more likely to win the game, taking the Rockets moneyline is the best option due to the 3.1% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently available.

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Rockets vs. Celtics Player Props

NBA prop bets are a great way to wager on the Rockets vs. Celtics matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome.

We have crunched the numbers to project key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers.

Alperen Sengun is expected to lead the Rockets with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists, while Jayson Tatum is projected to finish with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the Celtics.

Rockets Prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Rockets:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM
Alperen Sengun	21	8	5	1
Fred VanVleet	19	4	7	4
Jalen Green	17	4	3	2
Jabari Smith	14	9	1	2
Dillon Brooks	10	3	2	2

Celtics Prediction

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

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM
Jayson Tatum	25	8	4	3
Kristaps Porzingis	23	7	3	2
Jaylen Brown	22	5	3	2
Jrue Holiday	15	6	6	2
Derrick White	14	4	4	3

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

Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep an eye on this page for any changes to our betting insights before the Rockets vs. Celtics on Saturday January 13, 2024.

Rockets vs. Celtics Game Information

Saturday's game between the Celtics and Rockets at TD Garden is scheduled to start at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: Houston Rockets vs. Boston Celtics
• Date: Saturday January 13, 2024
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: TD Garden

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Conclusion

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