New Orleans Pelicans vs Boston Celtics Betting Pick & Prediction for 4/10

The New Orleans Pelicans travel to TD Garden to play against the Boston Celtics. This game is set for Friday, April 10, 2026, at 7:30 PM and will be on NBCS. The Pelicans have struggled this season with a 26-54 record, placing them 11th in the Western Conference.

The Boston Celtics, on the other hand, have been strong this season with a 54-26 record. They are second in the Eastern Conference. Led by head coach Joe Mazzulla, the Celtics look to bounce back from a recent loss to the New York Knicks. Meanwhile, the Pelicans, under interim head coach James Borrego, aim to build on their win over the Utah Jazz.

Pelicans vs Celtics Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: New Orleans Pelicans vs. Boston Celtics
  • Venue: TD Garden
  • Date: Friday, April 10, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Pelicans Spread +17.0 (-112), Celtics Spread -17.0 (-110), Pelicans MoneyLine +803, Celtics MoneyLine -1448, Over/Under 224

New Orleans Pelicans Team Preview

The New Orleans Pelicans are preparing for their next game with some challenges. In their recent game against the Utah Jazz, they won 156-137. Jeremiah Fears led the team with 40 points, showcasing his scoring ability. However, injuries are affecting the team with key players like Zion Williamson and Trey Murphy III out for the upcoming game.

Despite scoring 115.4 points per game, the Pelicans are 17th in this stat. They are strong in free throws, making 20 per game, which ranks them 8th. However, their defense struggles, allowing 119.6 points per game, ranking them 24th in the league.

With several players out due to injuries, the Pelicans will rely on their remaining roster. Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen have been performing well recently. The Pelicans will need their bench to step up to cover for the missing starters in their next game against the Boston Celtics.

Boston Celtics Team Preview

The Boston Celtics recently played three games with mixed outcomes. They lost to the New York Knicks by 6 points, scoring 106. In that game, Jayson Tatum scored 24 points and grabbed 13 rebounds.

Before that, they secured a win against the Charlotte Hornets, scoring 113 points. Jaylen Brown led the team with 35 points and 9 rebounds. They also won against the Toronto Raptors, putting up 115 points.

Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum are key players for the Celtics. Brown averages 28.8 points per game, while Tatum contributes 21.8 points per game. Payton Pritchard and Neemias Queta also add to the team’s performance with solid contributions.

BTB Betting Pick

The Celtics are favored by 17 points against the Pelicans. Boston allows only 107 points per game, which is first in the league. The Pelicans, on the other hand, allow 119.6 points per game. Given these stats, the Celtics should cover the spread with a projected score of 124-105.

The over/under line is set at 224. The Celtics’ strong defense and the Pelicans’ average offense suggest a lower-scoring game. With Boston allowing just 107 points per game, taking the under is the safer choice. The projected total score is 229, so this pick is a bit risky, but the stats lean toward a final score under 224.