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Celtics vs. Raptors prediction: Why Boston is favored to win Saturday's NBA matchup [12/20/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Boston Celtics vs Toronto Raptors predictions for NBA Saturday.
The Toronto Raptors and Boston Celtics will meet in NBA action at Scotiabank Arena on Saturday, with tipoff at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Celtics as the most likely winner of the Celtics vs. Raptors game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Raptors lineup will feature players like Brandon Ingram, Scottie Barnes and Immanuel Quickley, while the Celtics will be led by Jaylen Brown, Derrick White and Payton Pritchard.
This article offers further insights into Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Celtics vs. Raptors prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NBA matchup between the Celtics and Raptors 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Celtics a 58% chance of beating the Raptors. Our predicted final score has the Celtics winning 113-111.
According to our model, the Celtics (-1.5) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 224.5 points has a 51% chance of going over.
Celtics vs. Raptors odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Celtics | Raptors |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -1.5 (-108) | +1.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | -118 | +100 |
| Total | o224.5 (-110) | u224.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Celtics vs. Raptors picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available 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 | Celtics -1.5 | -108 |
| Moneyline | Celtics | -118 |
| Total | Over 224.5 | -110 |
According to our NBA best bets, the top play to make on this game is Celtics to win.
Celtics vs. Raptors player props
Looking for Celtics vs. Raptors NBA prop bets? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Scotiabank Arena.
Jaylen Brown is expected to lead the Celtics with 27 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists, while Brandon Ingram is projected to have 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the Raptors.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaylen Brown | 27 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 49 |
| Derrick White | 18 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 39 |
| P. Pritchard | 16 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 32 |
| Anfernee Simons | 13 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 24 |
| Neemias Queta | 10 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 29 |
Raptors prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Raptors:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Ingram | 24 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 42 |
| Scottie Barnes | 21 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 45 |
| I. Quickley | 16 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 34 |
| Jakob Poeltl | 11 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 27 |
| S. Mamukelashvili | 11 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 22 |
Celtics vs. Raptors game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's matchup between the Raptors and Celtics at Scotiabank Arena is scheduled to commence at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Boston Celtics vs. Toronto Raptors
- Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Scotiabank Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Celtics, with a 58% win probability, will likely beat the Raptors on Saturday, with Jaylen Brown projected for a game-high 49 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Celtics vs. Raptors 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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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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