Boston Celtics vs Golden State Warriors prediction and betting tips on November 7, 2024
Game Prediction
The NBA regular season is currently delighting betting fans with a packed schedule. Let's focus on the top-tier clash between the Boston Celtics and the Golden State Warriors.
Boston Celtics
Boston has set an ambitious goal for this season: defending their championship title, and so far, things are on track. The Celtics have won 7 of their 8 games, placing them second in the East, just one victory behind Cleveland.
In their most recent game, Boston convincingly defeated Atlanta on the road with a 123-93 score, winning each quarter against their opponent. Kristaps Porzingis has yet to play this season due to injury, and Jaylen Brown was recently sidelined as well. However, Jayson Tatum is in excellent form, so the team remains capable of continuing its winning streak.
Golden State Warriors
The Warriors aren’t widely considered title contenders this season, although they still have key players who were part of their recent championship run. Their start this season has been surprisingly strong, with 6 wins in their first 7 games.
In their latest matchup, Golden State defeated Washington on the road, 125-112. Despite their good results, Steph Curry has shown relatively modest numbers, averaging around 20 points per game, partially due to missing some games from injury. The team has two injuries, but these absences aren’t particularly impactful.
Match Facts
- Boston is on a three-game winning streak.
- Golden State remains undefeated on the road this season, with four away wins.
- Odds for this matchup: Celtics 1.41, Warriors 3.
Head-to-Head
The teams faced each other twice last season. Golden State won the first game at home, 132-126 in overtime, but Boston took a dominant home victory in the rematch, 140-88.
Prediction
This is a must-watch matchup—Tatum versus Curry, reigning champions against a team that recently dominated the NBA. Boston is the favorite, which seems fair, but the Celtics' injuries are more significant than those of the Warriors. I’ll bet on a high-scoring game, specifically a total over 230.5 points.