Suns vs. Celtics Picks and Prediction – 4/4/2025
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Phoenix Suns (35-41) vs. Boston Celtics (56-20)
Time: 7:30 PM ET
Location: TD Garden, Boston, MA
TV: NBA TV
Previous Games:
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Suns: Lost 4 straight games
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Celtics: Coming off a 124-103 home loss vs. Miami
Head-to-Head:
The Celtics have dominated in recent matchups, winning 6 of the last 10 against Phoenix. Boston has won comfortably in 9 of their last 10 home games, while Phoenix has struggled on the road.
Phoenix Suns Breakdown:
The Suns have been on a downward trend, losing their last 4 games and facing a tough battle on the road. Their defense has been a major issue, allowing over 117 points per game in their last 10 matchups. Despite Devin Booker playing at a high level, Phoenix has struggled to stay competitive, especially without Kevin Durant in the lineup. They are averaging 114.8 points per game, but their defense and lack of consistency have held them back.
Key Players:
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Devin Booker: 23.6 points, 8.9 assists
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Grayson Allen: 23 points in their last game
Boston Celtics Breakdown:
The Celtics are playing great basketball, going 9-1 in their last 10 games. Their offense ranks second in the league, averaging 116.7 points per game. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown have been key contributors, and Derrick White continues to be an important piece. After a disappointing loss to Miami, the Celtics will look to bounce back strong against a Suns team that has struggled defensively. With their strong home record and high offensive efficiency, Boston will be favored in this contest.
Key Players:
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Jayson Tatum: 19.9 points, 8.8 rebounds
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Jaylen Brown: 24 points, 9 rebounds
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Derrick White: 16 points, 6 assists
Betting Trends:
Phoenix Suns:
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0-5 ATS in their last 5 games
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Over in 6 of their last 7 games
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1-4 SU in their last 5 games
Boston Celtics:
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5-2 ATS in their last 7 games
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Over in 4 of their last 6 games
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9-1 SU in their last 10 games
Exact Score Prediction:
Boston Celtics 120 – Phoenix Suns 106
Our Best Bet:
Boston Celtics -14.5
Boston is expected to win comfortably, especially after a rare loss. Phoenix has struggled, particularly on the road, and their defense won’t be able to stop the Celtics' offensive firepower. This is a solid pick for covering the spread with Boston likely to dominate.