Boston Celtics vs Toronto Raptors Prediction 12-29-23 NBA Picks

The Toronto Raptors need a win after losing 8 of their last 11 games. The Boston Celtics have won their last 4 games. Let’s preview this game and give out a Toronto Raptors vs Boston Celtics prediction.

Toronto Raptors Betting Preview 

The Toronto Raptors rebounded from losses to the 76ers and Jazz by beating the Wizards. The Toronto Raptors are averaging 113.1 points on 47.5 percent shooting and allowing 114.4 points on 48.2 percent shooting. Pascal Siakam is averaging 21.3 points and 6.7 rebounds, while Scottie Barnes is averaging 20.7 points and 9.4 rebounds. O.G. Anunoby is the third double-digit scorer, and Dennis Schroder is grabbing 2.8 rebounds. The Toronto Raptors are shooting 34.1 percent from beyond the arc and 73.6 percent from the free throw line. The Toronto Raptors are allowing 37.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.2 rebounds per game.

Toronto Raptors Team Facts

• The Raptors have lost each of their last 11 games against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The Raptors have failed to cover the spread in each of their last eight road games against Atlantic Division opponents.
• Four of the Raptors’ last five road games against opponents who are on the second leg of a back-to-back have gone UNDER the total points line.

Boston Celtics Betting Preview 

The Boston Celtics have beat the Kings, Clippers, Lakers and Pistons during their 4-game winning streak. The Boston Celtics are averaging 120.1 points on 48 percent shooting and allowing 109.9 points on 44.8 percent shooting. Jayson Tatum is averaging 26.9 points and 8.5 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown is averaging 22.6 points and 4.9 rebounds. Kristaps Porzingis is the third double-digit scorer and Derrick White is grabbing 3.9 rebounds. The Boston Celtics are shooting 37.6 percent from beyond the arc and 80.3 percent from the free throw line. The Boston Celtics are allowing 37.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 47 rebounds per game.

Boston Celtics Team Facts

• The Celtics have won each of their last 15 games at TD Garden.
• The Celtics have covered the spread in each of their last five games on the second leg of a back-to-back against the Raptors.
• Each of the Celtics’ last five games have gone OVER the total points line.

Toronto Raptors vs Boston Celtics prediction

The Boston Celtics are capable of blowing the doors off here, especially when you consider they’ve won 6 straight games against the Raptors. However, the Celtics are on the end of a back to back and spent last night making a big comeback against the Pistons. Could be some tired legs for the home team. The Toronto Raptors are rested, and their length and defense isn’t what you want to see on the end of a back to back. Give me the points with the road team.