Boston Celtics vs Oklahoma City Thunder Prediction, Odds & Picks – 1/5/2025

• Date: January 5, 2025
• Venue: Paycom Center

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Boston Celtics vs Oklahoma City Thunder Win Probabilities

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Boston Celtics vs Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Preview

On January 1, 2023, the Boston Celtics will face off against the Oklahoma City Thunder in a highly anticipated matchup. The game is set to tip off at 3:30 PM ET at Paycom Center, where the Thunder will look to extend their impressive winning streak to 10 games. Currently, Oklahoma City holds a record of 29-6, while Boston comes in at 26-9.

Oklahoma City enters this game as a slight favorite, with a spread of Thunder -2.0 and a moneyline of -125. The Celtics, on the other hand, are listed at +105 on the moneyline, giving them an implied win probability of 47%. Meanwhile, the Thunder's implied win probability stands at 53%. Both teams have been playing well, with the Celtics winning 22 of their last 30 games, including a solid victory over the Houston Rockets, 109-86, in their most recent outing. The Thunder also secured a win in their last game, defeating the New York Knicks 117-107.

For bettors looking at player props, Kristaps Porzingis's points and rebounds have emerged as a popular market for this matchup. The current line for Porzingis is set at over 23.5 points and rebounds, with odds of -115, indicating that sharp bettors believe this line may be mispriced and offers value.

As both teams are in good form, this matchup promises to be an exciting clash. With the Thunder riding a hot streak and the Celtics playing competitive basketball, fans and bettors alike will be eager to see how this game unfolds.

Boston Celtics vs Oklahoma City Thunder Prediction

Final Score: Boston Celtics 113.7 vs Oklahoma City Thunder 110.75

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