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Celtics vs. Mavericks Prediction: Boston Predicted to Win Saturday's NBA Matchup [1/25/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Saturday's Boston Celtics vs Dallas Mavericks matchup.
The Dallas Mavericks and Boston Celtics will meet in NBA action at American Airlines Center on Saturday, with tipoff at 5:30PM ET.
The Mavericks, who have stars such as Kyrie Irving, Daniel Gafford and P.J. Washington, are set to take on the Celtics, featuring Jayson Tatum, Kristaps Porzingis and Jaylen Brown.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NBA model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Celtics as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has used the latest data to run 10,000 simulations of Saturday's Boston-Dallas game," said Damien Souness from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various other inputs, we estimate that the Celtics are more likely to win, while the Mavericks have a lower chance of victory."
For expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Celtics vs. Mavericks predictions page.
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Celtics vs. Mavs Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Saturday's game between the Mavericks and Celtics at American Airlines Center is scheduled to commence at 5:30PM ET.
- Who: Boston Celtics vs. Dallas Mavericks
- Date: Saturday, January 25, 2025
- Time: 5:30PM ET/2:30PM PT
- Venue: American Airlines Center
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
- Merchandise: Buy Mavericks and Celtics gear at Fanatics
Dimers.com's full preview of Saturday's Celtics vs. Mavericks matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Boston vs. Dallas picks, be sure to check out the latest NBA predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Celtics vs. Mavericks Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NBA matchup between the Celtics and Mavericks 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Celtics a 76% chance of defeating the Mavericks. Our predicted final score has the Celtics winning 116-108.
According to our model, the Mavericks (+8.5) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the 226-point over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.
Celtics vs. Mavericks Odds
We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Celtics | Mavericks |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -8.5 (-115) | +8.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | -370 | +300 |
| Total | o226 (-112) | u226 (-108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Celtics vs. Mavericks Picks
Our model's biggest edge in today's Celtics vs. Mavericks matchup is on the total.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the current odds, reveal the best NBA picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our complete set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Celtics vs. Mavericks Player Props
Betting on Boston vs. Dallas NBA player props? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at American Airlines Center.
Jayson Tatum is expected to lead the Celtics in scoring, while Kyrie Irving is projected to be the top scorer for the Mavericks.
Dimers Pro users can access a full range of player props and projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and more, for every NBA game this season.
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Conclusion
We predict the Celtics, with a 76% win probability, will likely beat the Mavericks on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Celtics vs. Mavericks insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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