Boston Celtics vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/3

The Boston Celtics will play against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 8:00 PM. The Celtics have a strong record of 31-18, making them a top team in the Eastern Conference. They are third in their conference and have won their last two games.

The Mavericks, with a 19-30 record, are looking to improve their position in the Western Conference. They currently stand at 12th in their conference and have lost their last four games. Fans can catch the game on NBC as both teams aim for a win.

Celtics vs Mavericks Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Boston Celtics vs. Dallas Mavericks
  • Venue: American Airlines Center
  • Date: Tuesday, February 3, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Celtics -8.0 (-110), Mavericks +8.0 (-113)

Boston Celtics Team Preview

The Boston Celtics have been performing well in recent games. They secured a strong win against the Milwaukee Bucks with a score of 107-79. Jaylen Brown stood out with 30 points, 13 rebounds, and 2 assists in that game.

Offensively, the Celtics average 116.1 points per game, which ranks them 15th. They are effective from beyond the arc, making 15.6 three-pointers per game, ranking second. Their field goal percentage sits at 46.9, placing them in the middle of the league.

Defensively, the Celtics are solid, allowing only 109.1 points per game, ranking second in the league. They also excel in limiting opponent field goal attempts and percentages. Their defense is especially strong against two-point shots, ranking first in limiting attempts and second in limiting percentage.

Dallas Mavericks Team Preview

The Dallas Mavericks have faced some challenges in their recent games. They lost to the Houston Rockets 111-107, despite Cooper Flagg scoring 34 points. In their game against the Charlotte Hornets, they lost 123-121 with Flagg again leading with 49 points.

Cooper Flagg has been a standout player for the Mavericks this season. He averages 19.8 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game. Naji Marshall also contributes with 14.6 points and 5.0 rebounds per game, showing consistency in his performance.

Injuries have affected the Mavericks’ lineup this season. Key players like Anthony Davis, Kyrie Irving, and P.J. Washington are out due to various injuries. Brandon Williams is questionable with a leg injury, which further complicates their lineup options.

BTB Betting Pick

The Celtics are favored by 8.0 points against the Mavericks. The Celtics allow only 109.1 points per game, which ranks second. The Mavericks score 114.1 points per game, ranking 21st. With the Celtics’ strong defense, picking the Celtics to cover the spread at -8.0 is a good choice. A projected score of 116-108 in favor of the Celtics supports this pick.

The over/under for the game is set at 222.5. The Celtics have a strong defense, allowing just 109.1 points per game, while the Mavericks’ defense allows 116.6 points per game. The projected total score is 224. Based on these numbers, picking the over at 222.5 seems reasonable.