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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

-7.5

Utah Jazz

+9.0

Final Score

129

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119

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Boston Celtics

-7.5

Utah Jazz

+9.0

Final Score

129

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119

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Boston Celtics

-7.5

Utah Jazz

+9.0

Final Score

129

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119

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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

NBA Player Props

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BOS

UTA

0-0

All

0-0

Home

0-0

Away

0-0

as Fav

0-0

as Dog

0-0

ATS

0-0

ATS Home

0-0

ATS Away

0-0

O/U

0-0

O/U Home

0-0

O/U Away

0-0

RESULT

LOSE 109-100

OPPONENT

PHI Philadelphia 76ers

DATE

05/02

SPREAD

-7.5

O/U

o206.5

RESULT

LOSE 93-106

OPPONENT

PHI Philadelphia 76ers

DATE

04/30

SPREAD

-5.5

O/U

u213.0

RESULT

LOSE 113-97

OPPONENT

PHI Philadelphia 76ers

DATE

04/28

SPREAD

-11.5

O/U

u215.5

RESULT

WIN 128-96

OPPONENT

PHI Philadelphia 76ers

DATE

04/26

SPREAD

-7.5

O/U

o213.5

RESULT

WIN 108-100

OPPONENT

PHI Philadelphia 76ers

DATE

04/24

SPREAD

-7.5

O/U

u216.0

RESULT

LOSE 107-131

OPPONENT

LAL Los Angeles Lakers

DATE

04/12

SPREAD

+16.5

O/U

o236.5

RESULT

WIN 101-147

OPPONENT

MEM Memphis Grizzlies

DATE

04/10

SPREAD

-4.0

O/U

o246.5

RESULT

LOSE 137-156

OPPONENT

NO New Orleans Pelicans

DATE

04/07

SPREAD

+11.5

O/U

o241.5

RESULT

LOSE 111-146

OPPONENT

OKC Oklahoma City Thunder

DATE

04/05

SPREAD

+22.5

O/U

o239.0

RESULT

LOSE 106-140

OPPONENT

HOU Houston Rockets

DATE

04/03

SPREAD

+17.5

O/U

o230.5

WHO WON

BOS

RESULT

97-126

DATE

01/05

WHO WON

BOS

RESULT

123-107

DATE

03/12

WHO WON

BOS

RESULT

108-114

DATE

03/10

WHO WON

BOS

RESULT

121-99

DATE

03/21

WHO WON

UTA

RESULT

105-103

DATE

11/03

BOX SCORE: NBA TEAM STATS & PLAYER STATS

PLAYER
TEAM

BOS

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

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

M. Shulga SG

50.00

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

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

R. Harper Jr. SF

44.40

0.00

J. Tatum SF

47.50

0.00

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

INJURY REPORT

NAME

POS

STATUS

INJURY

NOTES

Chris Boucher

POS

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

J. Tonje SG

28.60

0.00

M. Murrell PG

0.00

M. Abmas PG

0.00

S. East II PG

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

3.00

L. Markkanen PF

47.70

22.00

9.00

2.00

C. Williams SF

46.80

2.00

0.00

S. Mykhailiuk SF

47.80

0.00

O. Tshiebwe PF

63.40

0.00

A. Bailey SF

44.30

0.00

K. Love PF

39.70

0.00

C. McGriff SF

0.00

P. Bradshaw SF

0.00

M. Bamba C

45.50

2.50

5.50

0.25

J. Nurkić C

50.30

26.00

8.00

K. Filipowski C

49.20

10.00

3.00

0.00

S. Crowl C

0.00

INJURY REPORT

NAME

POS

STATUS

INJURY

NOTES

Vince Williams Jr.

POS

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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