San Antonio (23-28) at Boston (38-16)
- When: Feb 12 2025, 7:00 PM
- Where: TD Garden, Boston, MA, USA
- TV: ESPN
Game Preview
Boston Celtics: Depth and Firepower at Home
The Boston Celtics continue to prove why they hold one of the top records in the NBA, fueled by their deep offensive roster. Led by Jayson Tatum (26.9 PPG), Jaylen Brown (22.9 PPG), and Kristaps Porzingis (19.1 PPG), Boston’s scoring ability extends beyond their stars. A key contributor as of late has been Sam Hauser, whose hot shooting has provided a major boost off the bench.
Hauser played a crucial role in Boston’s latest 103-85 win over the Miami Heat, draining five 3-pointers for 15 points. His shooting efficiency has skyrocketed, hitting 44.5% from beyond the arc over his past 29 games after a slow start to the season. With Boston’s deep rotation and strong outside shooting, the Celtics continue to be one of the toughest teams to slow down offensively.
While Boston has won six of its last seven games, home-court dominance has not been a certainty, with the Celtics dropping three of their last four at TD Garden. Despite this, they remain a dangerous team, particularly against struggling defenses like San Antonio’s.
San Antonio Spurs: Rising Stars, But Defensive Struggles Persist
San Antonio enters Wednesday’s contest behind a strong offensive duo in Victor Wembanyama and newly acquired De’Aaron Fox. Wembanyama leads the team with 24.4 PPG, while Fox has averaged 21.3 PPG in his four games with the Spurs since joining from Sacramento.
The chemistry between Wembanyama and Fox is still developing, but Monday’s 131-121 victory over the Washington Wizards showcased their potential. Both players scored 30+ points, demonstrating their ability to carry San Antonio’s offense. However, defensive issues remain a concern, particularly against elite shooting teams like the Celtics.
San Antonio has struggled defensively all season, ranking near the bottom in key categories, and will need to find a way to slow down Boston’s lethal offense. The Spurs have also had difficulty containing perimeter shooters, which could be a major factor in this matchup.
Betting Prediction
Boston’s offensive depth and three-point efficiency give them a clear edge over a San Antonio squad that struggles to defend the perimeter. While the Spurs have exciting talent in Wembanyama and Fox, their defensive inconsistencies make it difficult to trust them in a road game against one of the NBA’s elite teams.
The Celtics should control the pace, dominate from beyond the arc, and exploit San Antonio’s defensive weaknesses. With Tatum, Brown, and Hauser all capable of getting hot from deep, Boston should build a lead and cover the spread in a high-scoring affair.
Final Score Prediction: Boston 123, San Antonio 113
Best Bets:
Boston -8.5
Over 234.5
Boston’s depth and three-point shooting should be too much for San Antonio to handle, making them the clear pick to cover and secure a strong win before the All-Star break.
- NBA Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
