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Brooklyn Nets @ Boston Celtics - March 18, 2025

March 18, 2025, 9:02am EDT

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Boston Celtics

-12.5

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-12.5

-109

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Boston Celtics

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-769

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218.5

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218.5

-111

Oh boy, it’s that time again! The Boston Celtics are set to clash with the Brooklyn Nets at TD Garden, and let me tell you, the excitement is palpable. As a die-hard Celtics fan, I can’t help but feel that this game is going to be a showcase of our dominance over our division rival. With the Celtics opening as 12.5-point favorites, it’s clear that oddsmakers believe in our squad—and so do I!

Let’s break down what we can expect from this matchup. The Celtics have been on fire lately, boasting a record of 49-19 and winning 7 out of their last 8 games. We’re averaging an impressive 116.6 points per game while shooting nearly 46.3% from the field and hitting about 37.1% from beyond the arc. Our offensive efficiency has been stellar, and with home-court advantage at TD Garden, I expect nothing less than a high-scoring affair.

On the other hand, we have the Nets coming into this game with a record of 23-45. They’ve struggled mightily this season and are just 2-10 in their last dozen games—yikes! While they did manage to snag a win against Atlanta recently, they still average only about 105.4 points per game on a subpar shooting percentage of around 44%. Their defense has also been shaky; they give up more turnovers than they create and commit far too many fouls.

Now let’s talk about defense because that’s where we shine! The Celtics grab nearly 45 rebounds per game and average over seven steals while keeping turnovers relatively low at just under twelve per game. This defensive prowess will be crucial against a Nets team that struggles offensively.

I’m predicting that not only will the Celtics take home the W tonight, but they’ll also cover that hefty spread of -12.5 points without breaking a sweat! With our recent form at home (5-1 in our last six), I can see us putting on quite the show for our fans.

As for the total score? Well, given both teams’ recent trends—especially considering how we’ve seen scores go OVER in previous matchups—I’m leaning towards an OVER outcome for this one as well. The last time these two met ended with a combined score of 228 points; I wouldn’t be surprised if we see something similar tonight.

So grab your lucky jersey (you know I’ll be wearing mine), settle in front of your TV or head to TD Garden if you can make it—this is going to be one thrilling night for us Celtics fans! Let’s go out there and show those Nets who runs this town!

Boston Celtics vs Brooklyn Nets
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Wager TypeBoston CelticsBrooklyn Nets
Spread-12.5 (-109) +12.5 (-111)
Moneyline-769+532
TotalUnder 218.5 (-111)Over 218.5 (-111)
Team DataBoston CelticsBrooklyn Nets
Points116.60105.39
Field Goal %46.28%43.98%
Three Points %37.12%34.30%
Free Throw %80.29%79.23%
Total Rebounds44.7841.15
Assists25.7525.05
Steals7.317.85
Turnovers11.8715.09
Personal Fouls16.2820.64