Boston Celtics vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction 5/10/25
Today, the Celtics (-238) will travel to take on the Knicks (+198) at Madison Square Garden. Tip-off for this Eastern Atlantic Division matchup is scheduled for 3:30 ET.
Currently, the Knicks are on a three-game winning streak and are 3rd in the Eastern Conference. The Celtics (-6) have lost two straight and are 2nd in the East.
BOSTON CELTICS VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Boston Celtics -6
This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 3:30 ET on Saturday, May 10th.
WHY BET THE BOSTON CELTICS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 138-131 in favor of the Celtics.
- Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with 26 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists.
- From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8% and knocking down 20 threes.
Can The Celtics Secure a Win at New York?
The Celtics dropped to 61-21 on the season after a 91-90 loss to the Knicks on Wednesday. Boston, who were -10.5 point favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were well under the 211.5 O/U line, with the teams combining for just 181 points.
Boston looked strong early, leading 24-13 after the 1st quarter and 73-61 heading into the 4th. However, the Knicks took control in the final period, outscoring the Celtics 30-17, including a decisive 12-0 run that stretched the score from 86-80 to 98-80.
In their 91-90 loss to the Knicks, the Celtics struggled offensively, shooting just 36.2% from the field and 25% from three-point range, making only 10 threes. Jaylen Brown and Derrick White led the team with 20 points each, with Brown shooting 34.8% and White 35.3%.
Jayson Tatum added 13 points, despite hitting just 26.3% of his shots. Brown scored 11 of his points in the 2nd quarter, while White contributed 8 in the 1st. Tatum added 7 points in the 3rd and 4 more in the final period.
Despite a strong defensive showing, the Celtics couldn’t secure the win, giving up 91 points to the Knicks. Boston held New York to just 13 points in the 1st quarter and 20 in the 3rd, but a 30-point 4th quarter from the Knicks proved costly. Overall, the Celtics allowed the Knicks to shoot 43% from the field.
Boston’s defense was particularly effective against the three, limiting the Knicks to 9 made threes on 29% shooting. The Celtics also sent New York to the line just 10 times, where they made 8 free throws. Defensively, Boston recorded 9 steals and 5 blocks.
Do the Knicks Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?
The Knicks improved to 51-31 on the season with a 91-90 win over the Celtics on Wednesday. New York, who entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 181 fell well below the O/U line of 211.5.
New York’s comeback was fueled by a strong 4th quarter, where they outscored Boston 30-17. A key moment was a 12-0 run that stretched their lead from 86-80 to 98-80, helping them secure the win.
In their 91-90 win over the Celtics, the Knicks shot 43% from the field and struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 29% of their threes with 9 makes. Josh Hart led the way with 23 points, shooting 60% from the field and 50% from three, knocking down 3 triples.
Karl-Anthony Towns added 21 points and 17 rebounds, shooting 56.2%, while Jalen Brunson contributed 17 points despite shooting 31.6% and 22.2% from three. Mikal Bridges was key in the 4th quarter, scoring all 14 of his points in the final period.
The Knicks’ defense was crucial in their 91-90 win over the Celtics, holding Boston to just 90 points on 36% shooting. New York’s defense was especially strong in the 4th quarter, where they allowed only 17 points. The Knicks also limited the Celtics’ three-point shooting, giving up just 10 made threes on 25% shooting.
New York sent Boston to the free-throw line 15 times, where the Celtics made 12. The Knicks grabbed 36 defensive rebounds but allowed 16 offensive boards. They also contributed 11 steals and 5 blocked shots.