NBA

Heat vs Celtics

Buckle up for a fierce battle in Beantown

Miami Heat

Burnie (34-41) VS Lucky the Leprechaun (56-19)

Apr 02, 2025 | 19:30 ET | TD Garden

Boston Celtics
Moneyline Pick: Boston Celtics (-600) - B+

Jayson Tatum, confirmed active despite a recent minor scare, continues to power Boston, whose current three-game win streak contrasts sharply with Miami’s two-game skid. The Heat, struggling without Kyle Lowry due to an ankle injury, will rely heavily on Jimmy Butler’s leadership, yet their past visits to TD Garden often end in heartbreak against this established Eastern Conference powerhouse. Boston’s superior record and consistent success at home strengthen the notion that the Celtics can outlast Miami once more, although the payout is modest. Odds and availability are subject to change.

Over/Under Pick: Over 213, (-110) - A

Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat, determined to snap their two-game losing skid, prepare to face a surging Boston Celtics squad that has racked up four consecutive wins behind Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, both confirmed active per ESPN. Despite Tyler Herro nursing a lingering ankle concern, the Heat’s core remains mostly intact, while the energized Celtics show few injury setbacks and boast a dominant run against Eastern Conference rivals. With both teams historically turning up the tempo this time of year, the stage is set for a high-scoring duel, making the Over 213 look like a solid bet worth a respectable return and an A-grade confidence rating. Odds and availability are subject to change.

Spread Pick: Boston, -11 (-110) - B+

Jayson Tatum and his Celtics enter this matchup riding a four-game winning streak, while Miami has dropped its last two and continues to navigate Kyle Lowry’s uncertain status. Despite Jimmy Butler’s best efforts, the Heat have struggled to contain Boston in recent Eastern Conference showdowns, and the Celtics appear poised to extend their dominance yet again. With a healthy rotation featuring Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Malcolm Brogdon, Boston’s depth outmatches Miami’s short-handed lineup, making the -11 spread an enticing choice for a B+ grade, balancing a strong likelihood of success with a solid payout. (Steaming Green Machine Ready to Scorch the Heat) Odds and availability are subject to change.

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