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Celtics vs. Suns prediction: Why Boston is favored to win Tuesday's NBA matchup [2/24/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Boston Celtics vs Phoenix Suns predictions for NBA Tuesday.
The Phoenix Suns will face the favored Boston Celtics in NBA action at Mortgage Matchup Center on Tuesday, beginning at 9:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury news, Dimers' proven NBA model predicts the Celtics as the most likely winner of the Celtics vs. Suns game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Suns lineup will feature players like Jalen Green, Collin Gillespie and Grayson Allen, while the Celtics will be led by Payton Pritchard, Derrick White and Nikola Vucevic.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Tuesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Celtics vs. Suns prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NBA game between the Celtics and Suns 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Celtics a 69% chance of beating the Suns. Our predicted final score has the Celtics winning 107-101.
According to our model, the Suns (+4.5) have a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the 207.5-point over/under has a 54% chance of going over.
Celtics vs. Suns odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Celtics | Suns |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -4.5 (-130) | +4.5 (-102) |
| Moneyline | -210 | +180 |
| Total | o207.5 (-108) | u207.5 (-112) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Celtics vs. Suns picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Suns +4.5 | -102 |
| Moneyline | Celtics | -210 |
| Total | Over 207.5 | -108 |
According to our best NBA bets for Tuesday, the top play to make on this game is Over 207.5 total points.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Celtics vs. Suns player props
NBA player props are a great way to wager on the Boston vs. Phoenix matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Mortgage Matchup Center.
Payton Pritchard is expected to lead the Celtics with 20 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists, while Jalen Green is projected to have 18 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists for the Suns.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Celtics prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Celtics are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P. Pritchard | 20 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 39 |
| Derrick White | 19 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 41 |
| Nikola Vucevic | 14 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 31 |
| Sam Hauser | 11 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 23 |
| Neemias Queta | 9 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 24 |
Suns prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Suns:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Green | 18 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 33 |
| C. Gillespie | 15 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 35 |
| Grayson Allen | 15 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 30 |
| Mark Williams | 11 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 25 |
| Royce O'Neale | 10 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 24 |
Celtics vs. Suns game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's action between the Suns and Celtics at Mortgage Matchup Center is scheduled to start at 9:00 PM ET.
- Who: Boston Celtics vs. Phoenix Suns
- Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Mortgage Matchup Center
Conclusion
We predict the Celtics, with a 69% win probability, will likely beat the Suns on Tuesday, with Derrick White projected for a game-high 41 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Celtics vs. Suns insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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