Knicks vs. Celtics prediction, odds, line, start time: Advanced computer model releases NBA picks for Sunday, Mar. 5
SportsLine's projection model generated picks and best bets for the New York Knicks vs. Boston Celtics game today
The New York Knicks (38-27) and the Boston Celtics (45-19) square off in an Eastern Conference showdown on Sunday evening at 7:30 p.m. ET. Boston is favored by 6.5 points at Caesars Sportsbook, while the over/under is set at 227 (see up-to-date odds for every game this week on our NBA odds4page).
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The model knows New York forward Julius Randle has the nimbleness and agility to be a quick force in the frontcourt. Randle uses his good footwork and strength to get past his man. The Kentucky product averages 25.3 points and 10.4 rebounds per game. In his last outing, he put up 43 points, nine boards, and the game-winning 3-pointer.
The model also knows Boston forward Jaylen Brown is a high flyer and three-level scorer. Brown has good ball speed and excels in the open floor. The California native averages 26.5 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per contest. On Mar. 3, he totaled 35 points, five rebounds, and four assists.
Now, it has set its sights on Knicks vs. Boston. We can tell you the model is leaning Over on the point total, and it also says one side of the spread hits over 60% of the time! You ABSOLUTELY need to see it before locking in any NBA picks.
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