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Bucks vs. Celtics prediction: Boston favored to win Sunday's NBA game [2/1/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Milwaukee Bucks vs Boston Celtics predictions for NBA Sunday.
The Boston Celtics will square off with the Milwaukee Bucks in NBA action at TD Garden on Sunday, commencing at 3:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations and today’s injury reports, Dimers' advanced NBA model predicts the Celtics as the most likely winner of the Bucks vs. Celtics game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Celtics lineup will feature players like Jaylen Brown, Derrick White and Payton Pritchard, while the Bucks will rely on Bobby Portis, Ryan Rollins and Kyle Kuzma.
This article offers further insights into Sunday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Bucks vs. Celtics prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NBA game between the Bucks and Celtics 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Celtics an 84% chance of beating the Bucks. Our predicted final score has the Celtics winning 114-102.
According to our model, the Bucks (+13.5) have a 56% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 217.5 points has a 52% chance of staying under.
Bucks vs. Celtics odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Bucks | Celtics |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +13.5 (-110) | -13.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | +525 | -600 |
| Total | o217.5 (-110) | u217.5 (-108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Bucks vs. Celtics picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities 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 | Bucks +13.5 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Bucks | +525 |
| Total | Under 217.5 | -108 |
According to our best NBA bets for Sunday, the top play to make on this game is Bucks +13.5 at the spread.
Bucks vs. Celtics player props
Betting on Milwaukee vs. Boston NBA player props? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at TD Garden.
Bobby Portis is expected to lead the Bucks with 19 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists, while Jaylen Brown is projected to have 30 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the Celtics.
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.
Bucks prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Bucks are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bobby Portis | 19 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 37 |
| Ryan Rollins | 18 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 39 |
| Kyle Kuzma | 16 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 32 |
| Myles Turner | 15 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 32 |
| AJ Green | 10 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 21 |
Celtics prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Celtics:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaylen Brown | 30 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 52 |
| Derrick White | 17 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 38 |
| P. Pritchard | 16 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 34 |
| Anfernee Simons | 14 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 25 |
| Sam Hauser | 12 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 24 |
Bucks vs. Celtics game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's action between the Celtics and Bucks at TD Garden is scheduled to commence at 3:30 PM ET.
- Who: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Boston Celtics
- Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026
- Time: 3:30 PM ET/12:30PM PT
- Venue: TD Garden
Conclusion
We predict the Celtics, with an 84% win probability, will likely beat the Bucks on Sunday, with Jaylen Brown projected for a game-high 52 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Bucks vs. Celtics 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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