The Boston Celtics find themselves just 3.5 games back of the top of the Eastern Conference. Not sure some of you thought you’d see this day come so soon. But here we are.
Amazingly, that gap could close even further tonight with an opponent that is likely not focused so much on winning these late-season games but in fact, has eyes on development…and maybe nabbing a top pick in the upcoming draft in the process.
The Oklahoma City Thunder have lost nine straight games and are 28th in the league in attendance as they play host to the Association’s hottest team in 2022. Home-court advantage will be nearly minimal tonight in the Sooner State.
After using a stout defensive effort to thwart a top 10 Denver Nuggets offense in the Mile High City, the Cs visit the Paycom Center in hopes of winning their fourth straight game and second in as many nights.
Do the Thunder have an upset up their sleeve or are the Celtics inevitable against a hapless team that could be returning Shai Gilgeous-Alexander?
Hardwood Houdini has a prediction, odds, and TV information for Monday night’s road matchup:
Boston Celtics vs. Oklahoma City Thunder odds, spread, over/under
According to WynnBet, the Celtics are a 15-point favorite against the Thunder on the road. Oklahoma City is a +850 underdog at home, with the Cs moneyline set at -1500. The over/under for the game has been placed at 215.5 points.
Celtics vs. Thunder TV Channel
The action will be on NBC Sports Boston, Bally Sports Southwest, Bally Sports Oklahoma, Bally Sports Midwest, and Bally Sports Kansas City. NBA League Pass is also an option.
Celtics vs. Thunder prediction
If it weren’t the second night of a back-to-back after a 621-mile flight, the Cs spread would be easy money.
Instead, bet on a low-scoring affair that Boston could win by 10 or less.