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Boston Celtics vs Dallas Mavericks February 6th 2025
At 7:30 ET, the Dallas Mavericks will travel to Boston to take on the Celtics at TD Garden. The Celtics are currently favored by 10.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 230.
Boston enters the game with a record of 36-15 and is currently on a four-game winning streak. On the other side, Dallas is 26-25 and has lost three straight.
Mavericks vs. Celtics Key Information
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Dallas Mavericks at Boston Celtics
- Where: Boston at TD Garden
- Date: Thursday, February 6th
- Betting Odds BOS -10.5, DAL +371 | BOS -490 O/U 230
The Mavericks Can Win If…
The Mavericks fell to 26-25 on the season after a 118-116 road loss to the 76ers on Tuesday. Dallas entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the narrow loss. The total points for the game reached 234, going over the pre-game line of 227.5 by 6.5 points.
Dallas went on a 10-0 run early, extending their lead from 36-31 to 46-31. However, after outscoring the 76ers 34-22 in the 2nd quarter, the Mavericks struggled in the 3rd, being outscored 36-22. They entered the 4th quarter trailing 94-87 but managed to outscore the 76ers 29-24 in the final period.
Kyrie Irving led the Mavericks with 34 points and 9 rebounds in their 118-116 loss to the 76ers, shooting 52.4% from the field and adding 12 points in the 1st quarter and 11 more in the 4th. Naji Marshall contributed 19 points, including 9 in the 2nd quarter, while Max Christie added 15 points, hitting 4 threes without a miss.
Dallas shot 47.1% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 33.3% of their attempts and making 11 threes overall. Dante Exum added 14 points, and Klay Thompson and Daniel Gafford each chipped in 12, with Thompson scoring 6 in the final period.
Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd and 4th quarters, the Mavericks couldn’t overcome a rough 1st and 3rd, allowing 36 points in each, leading to a 118-116 loss to the 76ers. Dallas struggled to contain Philadelphia’s shooting, as the 76ers hit 54% from the field.
The Mavericks did well in limiting the 76ers from beyond the arc, holding them to 11 threes on 33% shooting. Dallas also sent Philadelphia to the line 19 times, where they made 13 free throws. Defensively, the Mavericks recorded 8 steals and 4 blocks.
- Through their last ten road games, Dallas has an ATS record of just 2-7-1. However, their overall record was 2-8 while averaging 110 points per game.
- Looking back on the team’s last ten games as the underdog, the Mavericks have a straight up record of 3-7. Their record vs the spread in these games was 5-5.
- Over their last five games, the Mavericks have an over/under record of 4-1 and are 2-2-1 vs. the spread.
The Celtics Can Win If…
The Celtics improved to 36-15 with a 112-105 win over the Cavaliers on Tuesday. Boston, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 217 fell well short of the 238-point over/under line.
Boston jumped out to a 28-15 lead in the 1st quarter, but Cleveland responded with a 10-0 run to make it 28-25. The Celtics regained control by outscoring the Cavs 33-31 in the 3rd quarter, and despite being outscored 30-25 in the 4th, they held on for the win.
Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 22 points, despite shooting just 30.4% from the field and 27.3% from three. Derrick White added 20 points, hitting 6 threes at a 50% clip, and Kristaps Porzingis contributed 19 points.
The Celtics shot 40.8% overall and 35.4% from deep, making 17 threes. White scored 14 points in the 4th quarter, while Tatum and Porzingis each had 11 points in the 3rd.
The Celtics’ defense shined in the 1st quarter, holding the Cavaliers to just 15 points, and they gave up 105 points overall. Cleveland scored 29 points in the 2nd quarter, 31 in the 3rd, and 30 in the 4th. Boston limited the Cavaliers to 39% shooting from the field.
From beyond the arc, the Celtics were strong, allowing just 11 threes on 28% shooting. Boston also recorded 10 steals and 6 blocks in the game.
- Across their five previous home games, Boston has an ATS mark of 2-3. Their straight up record in these matchups was 4-1 while averaging 113 points per game.
- Across their last three matchups as the betting favorite, the Celtics have an overall record of 3-0 while going 1-2 against the spread.
- In their last five games, the Celtics have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
The Lean
We’re putting our money on the Celtics to win, and have the projected score sitting at 135-122. We also like them to cover the spread, so our recommendation is to bet on the Celtics at -10.5.
Regarding the over/under, the current line is set at 230, and our model predicts the Mavericks and Celtics to score a combined 257 points. We recommend betting on the over.
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Mavs Could Have Anthony Davis for Finals Rematch vs. Celtics
The Dallas Mavericks (30-21) are looking to break a three-game losing streak as they face the Boston Celtics (39-12) on Thursday night in a highly anticipated NBA Finals rematch.
The game may also mark the Mavericks debut of Anthony Davis, who was acquired from the Los Angeles Lakers in a blockbuster trade for Luka Doncic.
Davis has been sidelined with an abdominal strain since Jan. 28, but he hinted that his return could come as soon as Thursday.
“I’ll go through a workout today, see how I feel, and depending on that, get another one in (Wednesday),” Davis said Tuesday. “If not Thursday, then more than likely Saturday at home (against the Houston Rockets).”
Mavs Struggling Without Doncic
Since trading Luka Doncic to the Lakers, Dallas is 0-2 and still trying to adjust to its new roster.
🔹 Lost 118-116 to the 76ers on Tuesday
🔹 Max Christie, also acquired in the trade, scored 15 points
🔹 Quentin Grimes traded to the 76ers for Caleb Martin
Despite Christie’s strong debut, the Mavericks have struggled without their former franchise star. Davis’ return could provide the spark they need.
Martin, averaging 9.1 points and 4.4 rebounds this season, is another new addition expected to contribute on both ends.
Celtics Playing Elite Defense
Boston enters the matchup on a four-game winning streak, including an impressive 112-105 victory over Cleveland on Tuesday.
🔹 Held the Cavs to 39.6% shooting, tying their season-low
🔹 Had 10 steals and six blocked shots
🔹 Limited Cleveland to just 15 points in the first quarter
“It was a battle at both ends,” said Kristaps Porzingis, who played a key role in the win. “Their defense was there, and we had to bring ours.”
Boston’s defensive intensity has fueled its success, and they’ll look to shut down a Mavericks team still figuring out its identity post-Doncic.
Key Matchups to Watch
📌 Anthony Davis vs. Kristaps Porzingis: If Davis plays, this will be a battle of elite big men on both ends.
📌 Jayson Tatum vs. Josh Green: Tatum remains the Celtics’ go-to scorer, and Green will have his hands full trying to slow him down.
📌 Jrue Holiday vs. Kyrie Irving: Holiday’s defense could be key against Irving, who will need a big night for Dallas to compete.
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Final Thoughts: Can Dallas Upset Boston?
With Davis possibly making his debut, this game has major playoff implications.
🏀 Can the Mavericks stop their losing skid with their new-look lineup?
🏀 Will the Celtics extend their winning streak before the All-Star break?
A Finals rematch with new faces—this is a game you won’t want to miss.
