Golden State Warriors vs Boston Celtics Prediction, Preview and Odds - 11/06/2024

by Rod Pearson

Tuesday, Nov 05, 2024
Game Time: 7:30 pm ET, Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Venue:  TD Garden, Boston, MA
Where to Watch:  ESPN


Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks

DraftKings:  Point Spread:  Warriors +7.5, Celtics -7.5; Over/Under:  230 points
Bet365:  Point Spread:  Warriors +7.5, Celtics -7.5; Over/Under:  229.5 points
BetMGM:  Point Spread:  Warriors +7.5, Celtics -7.5; Over/Under:  229.5 points

Season Record

Golden State Warriors:  6-1 (2nd place, Pacific Division)
Boston Celtics:  7-1 (1st place, Atlantic Division)

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Recent Form
Golden State Warriors:  6-1 last 7
Boston Celtics:  7-1 last 8


Golden State Warriors vs Boston Celtics Preview and Analysis


The Warriors are entering this game with a 6-1 record overall this season and they are 4-0 in their road games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game on a 4 game winning streak with wins coming against the New Orleans Pelicans twice in a row, the Houston Rockets, and the Washington Wizards. Stephen Curry led the team in points in that game with 24 while Buddy Hield was next on the team with 20 points. Stephen Curry led the team in assists in that game with 6 while Kevon Looney led the team in rebounds with 10. They were 45.4% from the field, 32.4% from 3-point range, and 73.5% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 121.6 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 104.3 PPG against them. The Warriors have an ATS record of 6-1 this season and their O/U record is 4-3.



The Celtics are entering this game with a 7-1 record overall this season and they are 2-0 in their home games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game on a 3 game winning streak with wins coming against the Charlotte Hornets twice in a row and the Atlanta Hawks. Jayson Tatum led the team in points in that game with 28 while Derrick White was next on the team with 21 points. Jayson Tatum led the team in assists in that game with 9 while Neemias Queta and Luke Kornet each led the team in rebounds with 7. They were 48.5% from the field, 32.7% from 3-point range, and 69.2% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 123.6 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 109.6 PPG against them. The Celtics have an ATS record of 5-3 this season and their O/U record is 3-5.


Warriors vs Celtics Prediction

The current betting odds have the Celtics listed as a 7.5 point favorite in this game according to Draftkings Sportsbook. The Celtics have looked great in their games this season with their 7-1 record overall which has them leading the East with the best record in the entire NBA. They have a ton of momentum on their side with 3 wins in a row now and they are 2-0 in their home games this season too. They also had the best home record in the NBA last year and are the defending NBA Champions. Meanwhile, the Warriors have also looked great in their games this season with their 6-1 record overall which has them leading the West with one of the best records in the entire NBA. They also have a lot of momentum on their side right now with 4 wins in a row and they have looked great in their road games too, going 4-0 in road games this year. As good as they have looked lately, they haven't played a ton of strong opponents on their win streak and this is going to be one of the toughest games of the season for them against the champs. The Celtics have been blowing out a lot of teams this season already and they really haven't lost any momentum from last season. This is the best team in the NBA right now and they will show why against the Warriors on their home court. The best way to place a bet here is on the Celtics to cover the spread in this game. 

Warriors Celtics Prediction:  Our NBA Pick for Wednesday, November 6, 2024 (7:30 pm ET start time) is Celtics 122 Warriors 110.
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NBA Betting Trends


Golden State Warriors: 13-7 ATS against Atlantic division opponents. 15-8 ATS as an underdog  of 3.5 to 9.5 points. 8-3 ATS when playing against a top-level team (Win Pct. > 70%). 28-19 OVER as a road underdog. 36-22 OVER when the total is 220 to 229.5. 

Boston Celtics: 3-7 ATS when playing against a top-level team (Win Pct. > 70%). 32-16 OVER in a home game where the total is 220 to 229.5. 17-10 OVER after playing 3 consecutive road games. 8-3 OVER when playing against a top-level team (Win Pct. > 70%). 8-2 OVER versus good defensive teams - allowing 108 points/game or less.

Key Injuries


Golden State Warriors:  D. Melton (PG) Day To Day - Facet.

Boston Celtics:  J. Brown (SF) Day To Day - Hip. K. Porziņģis (PF) Out - Foot.


Notable Quotes


“I feel good. It's still early in the year, you're trying to build up your endurance. My ankle feels fine. It's just, you don't want to be in a position where you get fatigued and put yourself in jeopardy." - Steph Curry on his injury. 


“I’m trying to play. I didn’t get drafted to come off the bench and not start. He was like, ‘You’re in a great organization. They’re going to teach you how to play the right way.'” - Jayson Tatum on why he almost requested a trade early on in his career.


Starting Lineups


Golden State Warriors
PG Stephen Curry
SG Moses Moody
SF Andrew Wiggins
PF Draymond Green
C Trayce Jackson-Davis

Boston Celtics
PG Jrue Holiday
SG Derrick White
SF Sam Hauser
PF Jayson Tatum
C Al Horford

Statistical Leaders


Golden State Warriors
PPG: B. Hield (21.9)
APG: S. Curry (6.5)
Reb/G: K. Looney (8.1)

Boston Celtics
PPG: J. Tatum (30)
APG: J. Tatum (5.1)
Reb/G: J. Tatum (7.4)

Coaches:
Golden State Warriors: Steve Kerr (11th season)
Boston Celtics: Joe Mazzulla (3rd season)



Rod Pearson

About the Author:

Rod Pearson has been a rabid sports fan his entire life.  He grew up in Ontario, and was skilled in both hockey and baseball, and pitched in an elite baseball league for many years.  In 2022, Rod decided to hang up his glove, so that he could write about the sports he loves -- but from a gambling perspective.  Join Rod every day as he breaks down the games to find the best betting value.

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