Celtics vs. Nuggets Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds for Tuesday, January 7th

The Denver Nuggets and the Boston Celtics will meet for a prime-time affair tonight from the Mile High City tonight.

Boston comes into this game with a record of 26-10. That strong record has the Celtics placed second in the Eastern Conference. Entering the season, Boston was the betting favorite to win the Championship. As we approach the middle of January, Boston remains the betting favorite to win the finals.

The Celtics claimed their first Championship since 2008 last season. Boston has more talent than any team in the East, and if they stay healthy, there's a strong chance of a repeat this year. The Celtics will attempt to bounce back from a 105-92 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday.

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Celtics vs. Nuggets Odds

Celtics vs. Nuggets Date, Time, and Where To Watch

• Date: January 7, 2024
• Time: 10:00 pm ET
• Where To Watch: TNT

Celtics vs. Nuggets Prediction

Jayson Tatum leads the Celtics with 28.1 points per game, 9.4 rebounds, and 5.5 assists. Jaylen Brown has averaged 24.3 points per game and 5.9 rebounds. Veteran Kristaps Porzingis has enjoyed a solid season with 17.8 points and 6.5 rebounds. The Celtics have averaged 118.5 points per game.

The Nuggets roll into the matchup with a 20-14 record. Michael Malone's team has won four of their last five games. Malone led the Nuggets to a Championship run in 2023.

Denver comes into this game as the fourth seed in the West. The Nuggets are 10-6 at home this season, where they typically excel. Last season, Denver posted a 33-8 record playing on their home floor. Denver has also defeated Boston in three straight games.

Two-time MVP Nikola Jokic leads the squad with 31.5 points per game, 13.0 rebounds, and 9.7 assists. Jamal Murray has averaged 19.4 points and 6.3 assists per game. Former Missouri standout Michael Porter Jr. has added 19.1 points and 6.5 assists. The Nuggets have averaged 120.8 points per game.

Celtics vs. Nuggets Pick

• Pick: Denver Nuggets +6 -110 Get oddschecker+ right now for just $0.99 per month. Don't miss out on this first month deal!

We will trust the home underdog tonight.

Denver is getting too many points playing on their home floor.

This line is an overreaction despite the Nugget's home struggles this year.

Our oddschecker+ Positive EV tool loves the Nuggets tonight, with an expected value of 5.61% on this spread wager.

Let's stay hot on the hardwood with a win tonight!