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Boston Celtics vs Utah Jazz Predictions

December 30 09:00 PM (Final)
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Boston Celtics
 129 119
Utah Jazz
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MATCHUP PREVIEW

The Celtics and Jazz have had an interesting history, with Boston’s storied franchise often clashing against Utah’s resilient style. Historically, the Celtics are known for their disciplined defense and team-oriented play, while the Jazz have built their identity around strong ball movement and a focus on high-percentage shooting. In their matchups, Boston tends to exploit their experience in high-pressure situations, often coming out ahead in close games. Meanwhile, Utah’s home court advantage at the vivacious EnergySolutions Arena has historically made them tough to beat, especially with their altitude playing a role. Travel distance also factors in; the Celtics have to make a long trip to face the Jazz, which can impact performance. Betting trends show that the Celtics often perform well against teams that rely on finesse, while the Jazz can struggle against physical defenses. Understanding these dynamics can give bettors an edge when considering the matchup.
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Boston Celtics
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-7.5
Utah Jazz
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+9.0
Final Score
129
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119
Confidence Level: 72.1%

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BOSTON CELTICS VS UTAH JAZZ MONEYLINE

When the Celtics hit the road to face the Jazz, you’re looking at two teams with distinct identities. Boston thrives on defensive intensity and structure, while Utah often leans on a free-flowing offense anchored by their shooting. Historically, the Celtics have had the edge in head-to-head matchups, but playing in Salt Lake City can shift the dynamics, as home court advantage tends to boost the Jazz’s performance, especially in tight contests.See Game Picks

BOSTON CELTICS VS UTAH JAZZ POINT SPREAD

When the Celtics face the Jazz, you’re looking at a clash of styles that shapes the spread. Boston’s known for its disciplined defense and team-oriented offense, while Utah typically relies on perimeter shooting and spacing. Historically, the Celtics have been solid in these matchups, often favored when playing in Utah due to their playoff pedigree, but the Jazz can surprise with their home court advantage. Keep an eye on how the line shifts with travel and familiarity; these factors can swing the spread significantly.See Game Picks

BOSTON CELTICS VS UTAH JAZZ OVER/UNDER

When the Celtics face the Jazz, you’re looking at a clash of contrasting styles. Boston’s structured offense tends to slow the game down, especially in Utah where the altitude can sap energy. Historically, this matchup has leaned towards the under, particularly when the Celtics’ defense tightens up. The Jazz, while capable of scoring, often find themselves in grind-it-out battles against teams like Boston, making those totals less likely to hit. The over/under trends reflect that tension, especially with how both teams have approached games in each other’s arenas over the years.See Game Picks

TRENDS

BOS Logo  BOS UTA Logo  UTA
55-26
All
19-58
30-11
Home
11-26
25-15
Away
8-32
44-15
as Fav
5-3
11-11
as Dog
14-55
49-31
ATS
36-41
23-18
ATS Home
18-19
26-13
ATS Away
18-22
29-51
O/U
43-33
15-26
O/U Home
23-14
14-25
O/U Away
20-19
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
RESULT
LOSE 107-131
OPPONENT
Lakers logo LAL Los Angeles Lakers
DATE
04/12
SPREAD
+16.5
O/U
o236.5
RESULT
WIN 101-147
OPPONENT
Grizzlies logo MEM Memphis Grizzlies
DATE
04/10
SPREAD
-4.0
O/U
o246.5
RESULT
LOSE 137-156
OPPONENT
Pelicans logo NO New Orleans Pelicans
DATE
04/07
SPREAD
+11.5
O/U
o241.5
RESULT
LOSE 111-146
OPPONENT
Thunder logo OKC Oklahoma City Thunder
DATE
04/05
SPREAD
+22.5
O/U
o239.0
RESULT
LOSE 106-140
OPPONENT
Rockets logo HOU Houston Rockets
DATE
04/03
SPREAD
+17.5
O/U
o230.5
WHO WON
Celtics logo BOS
RESULT
97-126
DATE
01/05
WHO WON
Celtics logo BOS
RESULT
123-107
DATE
03/12
WHO WON
Celtics logo BOS
RESULT
108-114
DATE
03/10
WHO WON
Celtics logo BOS
RESULT
121-99
DATE
03/21
WHO WON
Jazz logo UTA
RESULT
105-103
DATE
11/03

BOX SCORE: NBA TEAM STATS & PLAYER STATS

BOS Logo BOS UTA Logo UTA
129.00
Points per Game
119.00
46.70
Field Goal Percentage
46.70
55.50
2-Point Field Goal Percentage
55.00
36.70
3-Point Field Goal Percentage
34.50
80.70
Free Throw Percentage
78.60
11.00
Offensive Rebounds
9.00
33.00
Defensive Rebounds
31.00
27.00
Assists per Game
31.00
9.00
Blocked Shots
3.00
7.00
Turnovers
13.00
STARTERS
FG%
PPG
RPG
APG
D. White SG
32.10
27.00
7.00
6.00
P. Pritchard PG
42.40
18.00
4.00
6.00
J. Brown SG
45.50
23.00
6.00
10.00
K. Brown SG
75.00
2.33
1.00
0.67
B. Scheierman SG
42.30
0.00
1.00
0.00
D. Banton PG
100.00
1.00
0.00
0.00
M. Shulga SG
50.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
M. Norris PF
22.20
2.33
3.00
0.00
J. Bridges SF
27.30
2.33
1.33
0.67
H. González SF
0.00
3.00
4.00
1.00
S. Hauser SF
41.30
5.00
5.00
0.00
J. Walsh SF
21.10
6.00
3.00
0.00
R. Luis Jr. SF
75.00
2.00
0.67
0.00
C. Boucher PF
32.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
R. Harper Jr. SF
44.40
0.00
0.00
0.00
J. Tatum SF
47.50
0.00
0.00
0.00
N. Vučević C
37.80
6.17
4.33
2.33
N. Queta C
73.50
12.00
3.00
0.00
L. Garza C
50.00
15.00
6.00
0.00
A. Williams C
0.00
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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STARTERS
FG%
PPG
RPG
APG
J. Konchar SG
47.20
4.43
4.29
2.11
V. Williams Jr. SG
35.30
7.50
3.88
4.15
B. Mbeng PG
50.00
8.13
3.80
4.13
K. Chandler PG
44.50
15.00
3.36
6.73
K. George SG
45.60
37.00
6.00
7.00
H. Gray PG
66.70
6.00
0.00
1.00
I. Collier PG
49.50
7.00
6.00
8.00
E. Harkless PG
33.50
0.00
0.00
0.00
J. Tonje SG
28.60
0.00
0.00
0.00
M. Murrell PG
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
M. Abmas PG
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
S. East II PG
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
J. Jackson Jr. PF
47.60
19.40
5.67
1.96
K. Martin Jr. SF
55.20
6.37
2.91
1.12
L. Samanic PF
38.00
4.12
2.37
0.44
B. Hinson SF
51.30
11.93
2.36
1.14
A. Garcia PF
31.00
5.20
8.40
2.80
B. Sensabaugh SF
46.00
5.00
5.00
3.00
L. Markkanen PF
47.70
22.00
9.00
2.00
C. Williams SF
46.80
2.00
0.00
0.00
S. Mykhailiuk SF
47.80
0.00
0.00
0.00
O. Tshiebwe PF
63.40
0.00
0.00
0.00
A. Bailey SF
44.30
0.00
0.00
0.00
K. Love PF
39.70
0.00
0.00
0.00
C. McGriff SF
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
P. Bradshaw SF
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
M. Bamba C
45.50
2.50
5.50
0.25
J. Nurkić C
50.30
26.00
8.00
8.00
K. Filipowski C
49.20
10.00
3.00
0.00
W. Kessler C
70.30
0.00
0.00
0.00
S. Crowl C
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00

INJURY REPORT

NAME
POS
STATUS
INJURY
NOTES
Vince Williams Jr.
POS
SG
STATUS
Out
INJURY
ACL
Notes
Williams Jr. has suffered a torn ACL and will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season.
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