Utah Jazz vs. Boston Celtics Prediction, Odds, NBA Picks [1/5/2024]

NBA action continues on Friday at 7:00PM ET as the Utah Jazz lock horns with the Boston Celtics at TD Garden.

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

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

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

Our famous predictive analytics model gives the Celtics an 85% chance of beating the Jazz, and our predicted final score has the Celtics winning 125-113.

According to our model, the Jazz (+14) have a 57% chance of covering the spread, while the 240.5-point Over/Under has a 54% chance of going under.

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Jazz vs. Celtics Odds

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

Bet Type	Jazz	Celtics
Spread	+14 (-110)	-14 (-108)
Moneyline	+730	-1100
Total	o240.5 (-110)	u240.5 (-105)

• The Celtics are listed as -14 favorites against the Jazz, with -108 at DraftKings Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Jazz (+14) to cover the spread, FanDuel Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -110.
• BetMGM Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Celtics at -1100, which means you can risk $1,100 to win $100 for a total payout of $1,200 if they get the W.
• Meanwhile, FanDuel currently has the best moneyline odds for the Jazz at +730, where you can bet $100 to profit $730, earning a total payout of $830 if they win.
• The Over/Under sits at 240.5 with FanDuel, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -110, while BetMGM currently has the best odds for the Under at -105.

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

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

Jazz vs. Celtics Picks

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

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Spread	Jazz +14	-110 🔥
Moneyline	Jazz	+730
Total	Under 240.5	-105

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While the Celtics are more likely to win the game, taking the Jazz moneyline is the best option due to the 3.4% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently on offer.

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Jazz vs. Celtics Player Props

NBA player props are a popular way to wager on the Utah vs. Boston game without necessarily betting on the outcome.

We uss the best information available to project individual points, assists, rebounds and three-pointers for each team.

Lauri Markkanen is expected to step up for the Jazz with 20 points, 7 rebounds and 1 assists, while Kristaps Porzingis is projected to have 29 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists for the Celtics.

Jazz Prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Jazz:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM
Lauri Markkanen	20	7	1	3
Collin Sexton	16	3	4	1
Jordan Clarkson	15	4	4	2
Simone Fontecchio	12	3	2	2
Keyonte George	11	3	5	2

Celtics Prediction

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

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM
Kristaps Porzingis	29	7	3	3
Jayson Tatum	27	8	5	3
Jaylen Brown	23	5	4	2
Derrick White	17	4	4	3
Jrue Holiday	15	7	8	2

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

Remember, our model updates regularly, so check this article for any changes to our betting insights ahead of the Jazz vs. Celtics on Friday January 5, 2024.

Jazz vs. Celtics Game Information

Friday's matchup between the Celtics and Jazz at TD Garden is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: Utah Jazz vs. Boston Celtics
• Date: Friday January 5, 2024
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: TD Garden

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Conclusion

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