One of the most classic rivalries in the NBA is how tonight’s NBC doubleheader tips off - at TD Garden with the Boston Celtics hosting the New York Knicks. It’s also a rematch of last year’s second-round playoff series, making it the marquee matchup of the slate for many fans. Therefore, we’ve added to it with our best Knicks vs. Celtics predictions for tonight.

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Knicks vs. Celtics Predictions for NBA on NBC, 12/2

In terms of that postseason series, it had such a lasting impact that it affects this matchup tonight. Not because the Knicks won the series 4-2, but because it was the series in which Jayson Tatum tore his Achilles tendon. As has been the case for all of Boston’s games, his absence is factored into the Knicks vs. Celtics odds.

Of course, the Knicks have never been strangers to injuries. Right now, they’re in a solid spot, but they are still without OG Anunoby. Even still, a healthy Jalen Brunson alone is sure to be enough for a ton of fans wanting to back New York to come through with their Knicks vs. Celtics predictions for tonight.

After all, they’re on a four-game winning streak and behind only the Detroit Pistons in the Eastern Conference. That said, not only did Boston beat that Pistons team in their last NBA Cup game, but they’re also coming off a road win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Those results are keeping them right in the mix of the Eastern Conference.

This is also the second meeting between these two teams this season, with New York winning the first. Since we’re here to come up with a best bet from our Knicks vs. Celtics predictions, we’ll also note that NY won that game by 10 points, covering the 3.5-point spread.
 

 

 

Knicks vs. Celtics Best Bet: Under 231.5 Points (-110 at Onyx Odds)

Seeing this game as essentially a pick ‘em feels quite surprising, with New York clearly having the healthier team in terms of their stars. Then again, both fans and oddsmakers have been doubting Boston all season, and they’re still a couple games above .500. As tempting as it is, we won’t take the bait for our Knicks vs. Celtics predictions.

However, we are still going to keep things nice and basic in terms of the market that we’re targeting. It’s what we did last night with the Phoenix Suns +5.5 against the Los Angeles Lakers, and they ended up winning outright by 17 points! As for this matchup, we’re simply expecting a lower-scoring game.

Tonight’s total is set at exactly the same value as when these teams met back in October, and the under was about the easiest possible cash for those who bet it with their Knicks vs. Celtics predictions; the game stayed under by 31.5 points! That was even with Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns combining for 57 points themselves.

Even if they do so again, New York has held their last four opponents to 109 points or fewer, and 101 or fewer in three of them. That 109 performance was by Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks, and Boston is without their version of Greek Freak-caliber superstar in terms of Jayson Tatum.

It’s not the most fun to root against points, but the best bet from our Knicks vs. Celtics predictions for tonight is under 231.5 points (-110 at Onyx Odds).
 

 

 

How To Watch Knicks vs. Celtics Tonight

This classic Eastern Conference clash tips off the NBC doubleheader, and you can see how to watch Knicks vs. Celtics tonight below:

  • Where: TD Garden in Boston, MA
  • When: 8 PM ET on 12/2
  • Watch on TV: NBC
  • Where to stream: Peacock
     
 

 

Knicks vs. Celtics Odds, Spreads, Total & Betting Lines

With no Jayson Tatum, the usual massive Boston favorite at home is no longer the case; here are the latest Knicks vs. Celtics odds for tonight at Onyx Odds:

 

 

Knicks vs. Celtics Injury Report & Latest News

In terms of Knicks vs. Celtics injury news in Boston, beyond Jayson Tatum, Derrick White and Neemias Queta are both probable for tonight. Of course, the big absence for New York is that of OG Anunoby. Although not a huge Knicks vs. Celtics injury list, it’s always worth checking in with the Fantasy Alarm NBA injury report!
 

 

 

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