Boston Celtics vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction for 4/9
The Boston Celtics are set to take on the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. The game is on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 7:30 PM. Fans can watch it on Amaz.
The Celtics come into this game with a record of 54-25. They hold the second spot in the Eastern Conference. The Knicks have a record of 51-28 and are third in the same conference. Both teams are in the Atlantic Division.
Celtics vs Knicks Game Day Info
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Boston Celtics vs. New York Knicks
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
- Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026
- Betting Odds: Celtics +4.0 (-109), Knicks -4.0 (-113), Celtics MoneyLine +145, Knicks MoneyLine -176, Over/Under 217
Boston Celtics Team Preview
The Boston Celtics are on a strong winning streak. They recently won three games in a row against the Charlotte Hornets, Toronto Raptors, and Milwaukee Bucks. Their last game ended with a victory over the Hornets, 113-102, showing their scoring ability.
Jaylen Brown has been a key player for the Celtics. He scored 35 points against the Hornets and has averaged 28.8 points per game this season. Jayson Tatum and Neemias Queta have also been important, contributing with points and rebounds.
The Celtics lead the league in defense, allowing only 106.9 points per game. They rank high in steals and have a strong rebounding presence. However, the team is dealing with injuries, including Jaylen Brown and Derrick White, who are both questionable for the next game.
New York Knicks Team Preview
The New York Knicks have been strong in their recent games. They won their last game against the Atlanta Hawks with a score of 108-105. Jalen Brunson led with 30 points and 13 assists, while Karl-Anthony Towns added 21 points and 12 rebounds.
The Knicks have shown good offensive stats this season. They average 116.8 points per game, ranking 10th in the league. Their effective field goal percentage stands at 55.7, which is 9th overall.
On the defensive side, the Knicks allow 110.4 points per game, ranking 5th. They are strong at blocking shots, with 4.0 per game, which ranks 4th. The team is also effective in rebounds, allowing only 40.6 per game, ranking 3rd.
BTB Betting Pick
The Knicks are the favorites with a spread of -4.0 (-113) against the Celtics. Boston allows only 106.9 points per game, the best in the league. The Celtics are strong defensively, so taking them at +4.0 looks favorable. Projected score: Knicks 112, Celtics 110.
The over/under for the game is set at 217. The Celtics score 114.6 points per game, while the Knicks allow 110.4 points per game. Both teams have solid defenses, which could keep the total score low. The under 217 (-110) is a reasonable pick. Projected total: 222.