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Boston Celtics vs Golden State Warriors Predictions

March 18 07:00 PM (Final)
ESPN TD Garden
Golden State Warriors
 99 120
Boston Celtics
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MATCHUP PREVIEW

The Celtics and Warriors have a rich history, marked by their contrasting identities. Boston is known for its tough, physical defense and team-oriented play, while Golden State has built its reputation on a high-paced offense and perimeter shooting. Historically, this matchup has favored the Celtics, especially in their ability to control the tempo and impose their defensive will. When these teams meet, the Warriors often rely on their shooting to stretch the floor, while the Celtics look to exploit mismatches and dominate the paint. The Warriors have found success at home, leveraging the energy of the Chase Center, but the Celtics have a knack for rising to the occasion in hostile environments. Travel distance isn’t a significant factor here, but the familiarity of divisional matchups can play a role. Betting trends suggest that the Celtics tend to perform well against the spread when facing the Warriors, especially in games where defense becomes paramount. Overall, the historical dynamics of Celtics vs Warriors underscore a classic clash of styles, making it a compelling matchup for both fans and bettors.
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Golden State Warriors
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+12.5
Boston Celtics
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-11.5
Final Score
99
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120
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BOSTON CELTICS VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS MONEYLINE

When the Celtics face the Warriors, you’re looking at a clash of styles that reflects their identities. Boston’s physical defense and team-oriented play often test Golden State’s perimeter shooting and fast pace. Historically, the Warriors have had the edge at home, but the Celtics’ ability to adapt and grind can make these matchups tighter than the moneyline suggests.See Game Picks

BOSTON CELTICS VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS POINT SPREAD

When the Celtics and Warriors face off, youโ€™re looking at a clash of styles that goes beyond the court. Boston’s methodical, defense-first approach often struggles against Golden State’s perimeter shooting and ball movement. Historically, the Warriors tend to hold a slight edge at home, where their crowd gives them a boost, but the Celtics have a knack for keeping it close, especially in tight matchups. Betting lines often reflect this, with the Warriors favored, but the Celtics’ ability to grind can make them a tricky cover, especially if they can slow the pace.See Game Picks

BOSTON CELTICS VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS OVER/UNDER

When the Celtics face the Warriors, you’re looking at a clash of styles that traditionally influences the total. Boston’s methodical approach often leads to lower-scoring games, especially when they can impose their defensive will, while Golden State’s penchant for quick threes and fast breaks tends to inflate totals at home. Historically, these matchups have leaned towards the under in Boston, where they control the pace, but when they meet in the Bay Area, the over becomes more appealing as the Warriors push the tempo and look to exploit mismatches.See Game Picks

TRENDS

GS Logo  GS BOS Logo  BOS
34-43
All
55-26
21-18
Home
30-11
13-25
Away
25-15
27-20
as Fav
44-15
7-23
as Dog
11-11
32-45
ATS
49-31
17-22
ATS Home
23-18
15-23
ATS Away
26-13
43-33
O/U
29-51
23-15
O/U Home
15-26
20-18
O/U Away
14-25
RESULT
LOSE 96-111
OPPONENT
Suns logo PHO Phoenix Suns
DATE
04/17
SPREAD
+2.0
O/U
u218.0
RESULT
WIN 126-121
OPPONENT
Clippers logo LAC Los Angeles Clippers
DATE
04/15
SPREAD
+3.5
O/U
o219.5
RESULT
LOSE 110-115
OPPONENT
Clippers logo LAC Los Angeles Clippers
DATE
04/12
SPREAD
+8.5
O/U
o225.0
RESULT
LOSE 118-124
OPPONENT
Kings logo SAC Sacramento Kings
DATE
04/10
SPREAD
-11.0
O/U
o230.5
RESULT
LOSE 119-103
OPPONENT
Lakers logo LAL Los Angeles Lakers
DATE
04/09
SPREAD
-5.5
O/U
u225.5
RESULT
LOSE 109-100
OPPONENT
76ers logo PHI Philadelphia 76ers
DATE
05/02
SPREAD
-7.5
O/U
o206.5
RESULT
LOSE 93-106
OPPONENT
76ers logo PHI Philadelphia 76ers
DATE
04/30
SPREAD
-5.5
O/U
u213.0
RESULT
LOSE 113-97
OPPONENT
76ers logo PHI Philadelphia 76ers
DATE
04/28
SPREAD
-11.5
O/U
u215.5
RESULT
WIN 128-96
OPPONENT
76ers logo PHI Philadelphia 76ers
DATE
04/26
SPREAD
-7.5
O/U
o213.5
RESULT
WIN 108-100
OPPONENT
76ers logo PHI Philadelphia 76ers
DATE
04/24
SPREAD
-7.5
O/U
u216.0
WHO WON
Warriors logo GS
RESULT
126-132
DATE
12/19
WHO WON
Celtics logo BOS
RESULT
88-140
DATE
03/03
WHO WON
Warriors logo GS
RESULT
118-112
DATE
11/06
WHO WON
Celtics logo BOS
RESULT
125-85
DATE
01/20
WHO WON
Celtics logo BOS
RESULT
121-110
DATE
02/19

BOX SCORE: NBA TEAM STATS & PLAYER STATS

GS Logo GS BOS Logo BOS
99.00
Points per Game
120.00
46.10
Field Goal Percentage
46.70
56.50
2-Point Field Goal Percentage
55.50
35.60
3-Point Field Goal Percentage
36.70
80.70
Free Throw Percentage
80.70
14.00
Offensive Rebounds
15.00
25.00
Defensive Rebounds
34.00
26.00
Assists per Game
22.00
3.00
Blocked Shots
1.00
14.00
Turnovers
16.00
STARTERS
FG%
PPG
RPG
APG
B. Podziemski SG
50.00
10.00
6.00
5.00
W. Richard SG
0.00
7.00
2.00
2.00
D. Melton SG
47.10
5.00
1.00
2.00
G. Payton II PG
50.00
14.00
6.00
4.00
P. Spencer SG
50.00
14.00
1.00
2.00
T. Kinsey SG
0.00
0.00
0.67
0.33
L. Cryer PG
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
S. Curry SG
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
S. Curry PG
41.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
M. Moody SG
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
T. Armstrong PG
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
J. Robinson SG
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
D. Green PF
55.60
13.00
5.00
5.00
G. Santos SF
61.90
13.00
5.00
0.00
M. Leons PF
0.00
0.00
1.00
0.00
N. Williams SF
0.00
2.00
0.00
1.00
U. Garuba PF
0.00
0.00
1.00
1.00
J. Butler III SF
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
A. Toohey PF
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
J. Rowe PF
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
K. Porzingis C
64.70
11.00
5.00
2.00
Q. Post C
0.00
6.00
5.00
3.00
M. Bolden C
42.90
4.50
2.00
0.00
๏ฟฝ. Yurtseven C
0.00
4.00
2.00
0.00
A. Horford C
50.00
0.00
0.00
0.00

INJURY REPORT

NAME
POS
STATUS
INJURY
NOTES
Jimmy Butler III
POS
SF
STATUS
Out
INJURY
Knee
Notes
Butler III is recovering from a torn ACL and is expected to miss the start of the 2026-27 season.
Moses Moody
POS
SG
STATUS
Out
INJURY
Knee
Notes
Moody is recovery from a torn patellar tendon in his left knee and is expected to miss the start of the 2026-27
Alex Toohey
POS
PF
STATUS
Questionable
INJURY
Knee
Notes
Toohey is managing a left knee injury and is uncertain to take the court for the Warriors.
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STARTERS
FG%
PPG
RPG
APG
J. Brown SG
45.50
32.00
6.00
5.00
D. White SG
32.10
11.00
6.00
1.00
P. Pritchard PG
42.40
19.00
0.00
7.00
B. Scheierman SG
42.30
3.00
8.00
3.00
K. Brown SG
75.00
2.33
1.00
0.67
D. Banton PG
100.00
1.00
0.00
0.00
M. Shulga SG
50.00
0.00
0.00
1.00
J. Tonje SG
28.60
0.00
0.00
0.00
C. Boucher PF
32.00
2.33
2.00
0.33
M. Norris PF
22.20
2.33
3.00
0.00
J. Tatum SF
47.50
24.00
10.00
2.00
J. Bridges SF
27.30
2.33
1.33
0.67
S. Hauser SF
41.30
6.00
0.00
0.00
H. Gonzรกlez SF
0.00
0.00
3.00
0.00
R. Luis Jr. SF
75.00
2.00
0.67
0.00
R. Harper Jr. SF
44.40
0.00
1.00
0.00
J. Walsh SF
21.10
0.00
0.00
0.00
N. Queta C
73.50
8.00
7.00
3.00
L. Garza C
50.00
15.00
7.00
0.00
C. Bassey C
0.00
2.00
1.00
0.00
A. Williams C
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
N. Vuฤeviฤ‡ C
37.80
0.00
0.00
0.00

INJURY REPORT

NAME
POS
STATUS
INJURY
NOTES
Chris Boucher
POS
PF
STATUS
Questionable
INJURY
Personal
Notes
Boucher is dealing with a personal matter and is uncertain to take the court for the Celtics.
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