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Pelicans vs. Celtics prediction: Boston favored to win Friday's NBA game [4/10/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get New Orleans Pelicans vs Boston Celtics predictions for NBA Friday.
The Boston Celtics and New Orleans Pelicans are scheduled to meet in NBA action at TD Garden on Friday, with tipoff at 7:30 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results and today’s injury news, Dimers' proven NBA model predicts the Celtics as the most likely winner of the Pelicans vs. Celtics game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Celtics lineup will feature players like Jaylen Brown, Payton Pritchard and Derrick White, while the Pelicans will be led by Jeremiah Fears, Jordan Poole and Derik Queen.
This article offers further insights into Friday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Pelicans vs. Celtics prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Friday's NBA matchup between the Pelicans and Celtics, forming part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Celtics a 90% chance of beating the Pelicans. Our predicted final score has the Celtics winning 121-105.
According to our model, the Pelicans (+17.5) have a 58% chance of covering the spread, while the 227-point over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.
Pelicans vs. Celtics odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Pelicans | Celtics |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +17.5 (-105) | -17.5 (-115) |
| Moneyline | +1200 | -2100 |
| Total | o227 (-110) | u227 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Pelicans vs. Celtics picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities 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 | Pelicans +17.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Pelicans | +1200 |
| Total | Under 227 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Friday, the top play to make on this game is Pelicans +17.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Pelicans vs. Celtics player props
NBA prop bets are a great way to wager on Friday's Pelicans vs. Celtics matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at TD Garden.
Jeremiah Fears is expected to lead the Pelicans with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists, while Jaylen Brown is projected to have 29 points, 6 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.
Pelicans prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Pelicans are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeremiah Fears | 20 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 40 |
| Jordan Poole | 18 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 32 |
| Derik Queen | 13 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 37 |
| Micah Peavy | 10 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 23 |
| Jordan Hawkins | 7 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
Celtics prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Celtics:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaylen Brown | 29 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 50 |
| P. Pritchard | 17 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 35 |
| Derrick White | 14 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 35 |
| Neemias Queta | 11 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 31 |
| Sam Hauser | 11 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 23 |
Pelicans vs. Celtics game-day updates and essential details
Friday's action between the Celtics and Pelicans at TD Garden is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM ET.
- Who: New Orleans Pelicans vs. Boston Celtics
- Date: Friday, April 10, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: TD Garden
Conclusion
We predict the Celtics, with a 90% win probability, will likely beat the Pelicans in Friday's NBA matchup.
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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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