Boston Celtics vs Toronto Raptors 12/5/2022 – An Eastern Conference game is all set to get underway as the Boston Celtics take on the Toronto Raptors from Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario. The Celtics are dominating at the top and they are holding the best record in the league. The Raptors are seventh in their conference and are holding the same record as the 76ers and Pacers. Both teams will enter this game with a winning record. The recent NBA betting predictions are intact for the Boston Celtics to win this game and build on their success.
| When: | Monday, December 5, 7:30 PM ET |
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| Where: | Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario |
| TV: | TSN |
| Stream: | NBA League Pass |
Jaylen Brown has shot at least 50% from the field in 11 of his past 12 games and has averaged 28.7 PPG 7.3 RPG and 4.0 APG during that stretch.
So Jayson Tatum isn't the only Celtic playing at an MVP level. pic.twitter.com/0pVYxPL3B4
— Taylor Snow (@taylorcsnow) December 5, 2022
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Celtics | -1 (-119) | 227 o (-110) | -116 |  |
| Raptors | +1 (-119) | 227 u (-110) | -116 | |
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Boston Celtics Betting
The Boston Celtics are holding a solid 19-5 record on the season and are three games ahead of the Bucks. Boston defeated to Brooklyn Nets in their last game with a 103-92 final score. The Celtics are dominating opponents and they have top players on their team. Jaylen Brown took the lead and went 10 for 20 with his shooting attempts. Brown scored 34 points and 10 rebounds for his team. Jayson Tatum tossed in 29 points and 11 boards. The Celtics are all set to build on their success and make it past the Raptors.
Jaylen Brown had the best rim-protecting game of his career Sunday night in Brooklyn, setting the tone for our best defensive effort of the season.https://t.co/ibN31AZmGk
— Boston Celtics (@celtics) December 5, 2022
Players to watch: Jayson Tatum SF 22 GP 22 GS 36.9 MIN 30.8 PTS 1 OR 7 DR 8 REB 4.4 AST 0.9 STL 1.1 BLK 2.4 TO 2.2 PF 1.8 AST/TO, Jaylen Brown SG 21 GP 21 GS 35.5 MIN 26.6 PTS 1 OR 6 DR 6.9 REB 3.5 AST 1 STL 0.3 BLK 3.4 TO 2.9 PF 1 AST/TO, Malcolm Brogdon PG 19 GP 0 GS 22.8 MIN 13.9 PTS 0.9 OR 3 DR 3.9 REB 3.5 AST 0.5 STL 0.2 BLK 1.9 TO 1.4 PF 1.8 AST/TO.
Toronto Raptors Betting
The Toronto Raptors are seventh in the Eastern Conference play with a 12-11 record. The Raptors are ahead of the Nets by one game after their last success. Toronto defeated the Orlando Magic with a final score of 121-108. OG Anunoby went 12 for 17 with his shooting attempts and scored 32 points for his team. Scottie Barnes took the lead with 17 points and 14 rebounds. The Raptors are playing this game at home but they are not too strong to get past the Celtics.
No place like home 🏠 #WeTheNorth pic.twitter.com/gub5u6oZ4G
— Toronto Raptors (@Raptors) December 4, 2022
Players to watch: Pascal Siakam PF 13 GP 13 GS 34.4 MIN 24.2 PTS 1.7 OR 7.2 DR 8.9 REB 7.1 AST 1.1 STL 0.5 BLK 2.5 TO 3.2 PF 2.9 AST/TO, O.G. Anunoby SF 23 GP 23 GS 36.3 MIN 19.3 PTS 1.5 OR 4.3 DR 5.8 REB 2.3 AST 2.3 STL 0.9 BLK 2.5 TO 3 PF 0.9 AST/TO, Fred VanVleet SG 17 GP 17 GS 36.5 MIN 16.8 PTS 0.5 OR 2.9 DR 3.4 REB 6.6 AST 1.8 STL 0.4 BLK 1.9 TO 2.8 PF 3.5 AST/TO.
Boston Celtics vs Toronto Raptors Betting Numbers
Trends
Boston Celtics
Boston is 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Boston’s last 5 games.
Boston is 15-2 SU in their last 17 games.
Celtics is 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games against Toronto.
Boston is 6-2 SU in their last 8 games against Toronto.
Toronto Raptors
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Toronto’s last 6 games.
Toronto is 7-1 SU in their last 8 games at home.
Raptors is 0-9 ATS in their last 9 games when playing at home against Boston.
Toronto is 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games against an opponent in the Eastern Conference.
Toronto is 1-5 SU in their last 6 games against an opponent in the Atlantic Division.
Injuries
Boston Celtics
Danilo Gallinari SF Is out indefinitely, ACL
Marcus Smart PG Is questionable on Monday vs Toronto, Hip
Robert Williams PF Is out indefinitely, Knee
Toronto Raptors
Otto Porter Jr. SF Is downgraded to OUT Monday vs Boston, Foot
Juancho Hernangomez PF Is doubtful Monday vs Boston, Ankle
Precious Achiuwa PF Is out indefinitely, Ankle
| Celtics | Raptors | |
|---|---|---|
| 14-9-0 | Against the Spread | 13-10-0 |
| 14-8-1 | Straight Up | 12-11-0 |
| 121 | Points per Game | 111 |
| – | Points Allowed per Game | – |
| 49.65 | Offensive FG% | 45.02 |
| 84.74 | Offensive FT% | 77.60 |
| -40.42 | Offensive 3PT% | 32.93 |
| 47.14 | Defensive FG% | 48.33 |
| 78.95 | Defensive FT% | 79.96 |
| 35.44 | Defensive 3PT% | 35.33 |
Boston Celtics vs Toronto Raptors Betting Picks
The Boston Celtics are a powerful team and they are one of the favorites to win this season. The Celtics are all set to win this game and cover the spread as per the best NBA betting odds. Boston is predicted to win with a decent score. Sign up today to make your NBA betting prediction!
Moneyline: -116 is the moneyline for the Celtics and -116 is the moneyline for the Raptors.
Spread: A spread of -1 (-119) is out for the Celtics and a spread of +1 (-119) is out for the Raptors.
TOTALs: Look for the total to go over 227 o (-110) for the Celtics and the same to go under for the Raptors.
Score Prediction: 118-109 Celtics win.
