The Dallas Mavericks are hoping that a third time’s a charm as they look for their first win over the Boston Celtics in three tries. The Dallas Mavericks (31-20) host the Boston Celtics (43-11) for some slammin jammin NBA action. NBA oddsmakers at Sportsbook.com have the Celtics as -3 ½ point road favs over the Mavericks with the over/under set at 194 points. Get your Dallas Mavericks vs Boston Celtics NBA Prediction in now at Sportsbook.com
The Celtics are 8-2 SU in their last ten games after they beat the Hornets 89-77 on the road. Paul Pierce was top producer with 30pts, while Kevin Garnett added 14pts with 10 rebounds. Rajon Rondo, again, had a poor night making just three of 11 from the field for a low 6pts. The Celtics are 19-7 SU on the road where they average 96.8 ppg and give up an average 90.5 ppg. In their last five road games they are 5-0 SU where they’ve averaged 95 ppg and given up an average 86.8 ppg. The Big Three of Pierce, Garnett and Allen combine for an average 54.1 ppg.
The Mavericks are 7-3 SU in their last ten games after they recently beat the Kings 118-100 at home. Josh Howard was top scorer with 23pts, while Dirk Nowitzki added 21pts with eight rebounds and Erick Dampier helped with 16 rebounds. The Mavs are 17-7 SU at home where they average 103.4 ppg and give up an average 99.9 ppg. In their last five home games they are 5-0 SU where they’ve averaged 113.8 ppg and given up an average 102.8 ppg. For the Mavericks, their Big Three has changed with Terry's injury. Normally, it's a potent trio, with Terry, Dirk Nowitzki and Josh Howard combining to average 63.5 points per game, easily the highest-scoring threesome in the league. Terry is due back after the All-star break and they hope to get back to their high scoring potent offense.
Recent Trends to Consider:
- Celtics are 6-1 ATS in the last 7 meetings.
- Over is 6-2 in the last 8 meetings.
- Underdog is 5-2 ATS in the last 7 meetings.
- Mavericks are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 after allowing 100 points or more in their previous game.
- Mavericks are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 after scoring 100 points or more in their previous game.
- Mavericks are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games following a S.U. win.
- Mavericks are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 home games.
Dallas Mavericks vs Boston Celtics NBA Prediction
When: Thurs, Feb 12, 2009 9:30 PM ET
Line: Sportsbook.com
Pick: Mavericks +3 ½
Point-Spreads.com Dallas Mavericks vs Boston Celtics NBA Prediction
The Bottom Line: The Celtics are good on the road, but not against the upper class teams. Mark Cuban will be all over the refs tonight. Go Mavs! Get your Dallas Mavericks vs Boston Celtics NBA Prediction in now at Sportsbook.com and receive a 10% sign-up bonus on your initial deposit!
