There is only game on today’s NBA slate, as the Celtics travel to take on the Mavericks. Keep reading to get our predictions for today’s only NBA matchup.
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Boston Celtics vs. Dallas Mavericks
Mavericks: -1 | Over/Under: 211.5
The Celtics are 64-18 overall and have won 10 straight as they get set to take on a Mavericks team that has lost three straight and is 50-32. The game is set for 8:30 ET and can be found on ABC.
In terms of player projections, the BAKER model has Jayson Tatum leading the Celtics with 27 points against the Mavericks. The model also has Jaylen Brown finishing with 24 points and 40 fantasy points. On the Mavericks’ side, Luka Doncic is projected to record 61 fantasy points, which includes 32 points and 10 rebounds.
In terms of shooting, the BAKER engine predicts the Celtics will shoot 49.1% from the field and go 19-24 from the free-throw line. Against the Celtics, the Mavericks are projected to shoot 37.5% from three-point range and hit 57.6% of their two-point attempts on 59 tries.
Celtics Injury Report
- Kristaps Porzingis (Questionable) Lower Leg
Mavericks Injury Report
NoneBAKER Prediction: Celtics 141 – Mavericks 131
