Knicks vs. Celtics Predictions and Odds - Dec 18, 2021

The Boston Celtics square off with the New York Knicks in NBA action at TD Garden on Saturday, commencing at 7:00 PM EST.

Dimers' free betting picks for Knicks vs. Celtics, as well as game predictions, best odds and player props, are featured below.

Who will win Knicks vs. Celtics?

Using advanced machine learning and data, Dimers.com has simulated Saturday's Knicks-Celtics NBA matchup 10,000 times.

Dimers' independent predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, gives the Celtics a 69% chance of getting the W against the Knicks.

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Point Spread, Moneyline and Over/Under

The Celtics are -5.5 favorites versus the Knicks, with -110 at BetMGM the best odds available.

For the underdog Knicks (+5.5) to cover the spread, FanDuel Sportsbook has the best odds on offer at -108.

FanDuel Sportsbook has the best moneyline odds for the Celtics at -215, which means you can risk $215 to win $100, for a total payout of $315, if they get the W.

Elsewhere, DraftKings Sportsbook has the best moneyline odds for the Knicks at +195, where you can bet $100 to profit $195, earning a total payout of $295, if they win.

The Over/Under is set at 209 with Caesars Sportsbook, which has the best odds for the Over at -110, while DraftKings Sportsbook has the best odds for the Under at -105.

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According to DimersBOT, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Knicks and Celtics are a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 209 points is a 52% chance of going Over.

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Best Bets for Knicks vs. Celtics

• Spread: Celtics -5.5 at -110 with BetMGM (50% probability)
• Moneyline: Celtics Win at -215 with FanDuel Sportsbook (69% probability)
• Over/Under: Over 209 at -110 with Caesars Sportsbook (52% probability)

Knicks vs. Celtics Score Prediction

Dimers.com's predicted final score for New York vs. Boston at TD Garden on Saturday has the Celtics winning 107-102.

Use our interactive widget below to see the current Spread, Over/Under and Moneyline probabilities and odds for the game, and click or tap on See Matchup for more.

Dimers has full coverage of Saturday's Knicks-Celtics matchup, including pre-game predictions, computer picks, and live win probabilities.

Knicks vs. Celtics Player Props

Prop bets are a common way to wager on New York vs. Boston without necessarily betting on the outcome of Saturday's game itself.

DimersBOT uses the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at TD Garden.

Julius Randle is expected to lead the Knicks with 21 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists, while Jayson Tatum is projected to finish with 26 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists for the Celtics.

Knicks Projected Box Score

• Julius Randle: 21 PTS, 11 REB, 5 AST
• Kemba Walker: 20 PTS, 5 REB, 4 AST
• Alec Burks: 19 PTS, 7 REB, 3 AST
• Evan Fournier: 17 PTS, 4 REB, 2 AST
• Wayne Selden: 12 PTS, 3 REB, 2 AST

Celtics Projected Box Score

• Jayson Tatum: 26 PTS, 8 REB, 3 AST
• Jaylen Brown: 24 PTS, 6 REB, 2 AST
• Josh Richardson: 14 PTS, 4 REB, 2 AST
• Marcus Smart: 12 PTS, 4 REB, 6 AST
• Robert Williams: 11 PTS, 13 REB, 2 AST

Remember, DimersBOT updates often, so check this page for any changes to our betting insights before Knicks vs. Celtics on Saturday December 18, 2021.

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Knicks vs. Celtics 2021 Game Info

When do the Celtics play the Knicks?

• Date: Saturday December 18, 2021
• Time: 7:00 PM EST / 4:00 PM PST
• Venue: TD Garden

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