Boston Celtics vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Preview, Game Info, Where to Watch, and Expert Picks

The Boston Celtics will face off against the Oklahoma City Thunder in NBA action at TD Garden on Wednesday as they aim for their third straight victory. We have provided a preview of the Boston Celtics vs Oklahoma City Thunder game, including game information, head-to-head comparison, and expert picks. To read more NBA previews, please visit the link here.

• Date: Thursday, April 4, 2024
• Time: 7:30 PM ET / 4:30 PM PT
• Location: TD Garden

• The Celtics have won each of their last 10 games at TD Garden
• The Celtics have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games against Northwest Division opponents that held a winning record.
• Each of the Celtics’ last six night games has gone over the total point line
• The Thunder have won each of their last five games as underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents following a loss
• The Thunder have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games as road underdogs when playing with a rest disadvantage
• Seven of the Thunder’s last eight road games following a road loss have gone OVER the total points line

The Boston Celtics are in great shape, having lost only two games in their last 13 matches. Interestingly, both losses were against the Atlanta Hawks. Currently, they are at the top of the Eastern Conference standings with a record of 59-16.

Jayson Tatum was the top scorer for the Celtics with 25 points, 10 rebounds, and four assists. Sam Hauser added 25 points and five rebounds, while Kristaps Porzingis finished with 20 points, seven rebounds, and five assists. Boston has been performing well defensively, allowing only 109.4 points per game. In their last game, they gave up 104 points, and they will need to put in a similar effort if they want to secure a win. The Boston Celtics shoot 38.9% from 3-point range and 80.9% from the free-throw line while allowing opponents to shoot 35% from beyond the arc and grabbing 46.5 rebounds per game.

The Oklahoma City Thunder have been playing impressively this season, exceeding all expectations. Currently, they are leading the Western Conference standings with a record of 52-23. The Minnesota Timberwolves also have 52 wins, while the Denver Nuggets have one more. 

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is having a career season, averaging 30 points, 6.3 assists, and five rebounds per game. He plays a dynamic role as a true leader of the team and is in the running for the regular-season MVP award. Rookie Chet Holmgren is also playing well, averaging 17.6 points and eight rebounds per game. Jalen Williams is contributing to the team's success, and Josh Giddey has returned to form after a prolonged slump.

The Oklahoma City Thunder basketball team's defense forced 15.7 turnovers per game while drawing 19.0 personal fouls. They are ranked 18th in the NBA in terms of conceding assists to their opponents, having given away 1,995 on the season. The team's defense allows their opponents to make 45.6% of their field goals, which equates to 3,012 out of 6,607 attempts. Additionally, they allow 44.8 rebounds per game. The Thunder defense concedes 36.1% on shots from beyond the arc, while they are ranked 12th in the league in points per game allowed, allowing 113.0 points per game.

Jaden Springer, JD Davison, and Jaylen Brown are listed as questionable for the Boston Celtics, while Jalen Williams will not play for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is also questionable.

Both the Boston Celtics and the Oklahoma City Thunder played only one game against each other this season. The Oklahoma City Thunder won the game with a score of 127:123 in a thrilling finish.

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Throughout the season, both the Boston Celtics and the Oklahoma City Thunder have demonstrated impressive efficiency. The Celtics are leading the Eastern Conference, while the Thunder are in second place in the Western Conference. In their previous matchup this season, both teams displayed their reputation as having some of the most powerful offenses in the NBA. We anticipate a similar outcome this time and believe that both teams will score more points than the offered margin.

Boston Celtics to win at 1.245 odds on 1xBet

Over 225 at 1.50 odds 1xBet