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Knicks vs. Celtics Prediction: Boston to Win, Jalen Brunson Projected for 28 Points in Game 5 [2025]

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Our expert prediction for Wednesday's New York Knicks vs Boston Celtics Game 5 matchup.

New York Knicks-Boston Celtics Predictions and Game Preview.
TD Garden sets the stage for Game 5 of the series between the New York Knicks and Boston Celtics this Wednesday.

The Boston Celtics will take on the New York Knicks in Game 5of their 2025 NBA Playoffs series at TD Garden on Wednesday, starting at 7:00PM ET.

Based on the latest simulations and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Celtics as the most likely winner of Game 5.

"Our team has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's New York-Boston game 10,000 times," said Damien Souness from Dimers.

"With the latest updates and numerous other variables, we estimate the Celtics' chance of winning at 63%, with the Knicks at 37%."

This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Celtics lineup will feature stars like Jaylen Brown, Derrick White and Kristaps Porzingis, while the Knicks will rely on Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges.

For further insights into Wednesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Knicks vs. Celtics predictions page.

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Celtics vs. Knicks Prediction: Who Will Win Game 5?

Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Wednesday's NBA Playoffs matchup between the Knicks and Celtics 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.

Our famous predictive model gives the Celtics a 63% chance of beating the Knicks in Game 5 of the series. Our predicted final score has the Celtics winning 106-102.

According to our model, the Knicks (+4.5) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the 207.5-point over/under has a 53% chance of going over.

Pre-Game Probabilities
Last Updated: 10:06PM, May 14
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47%
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Knicks vs. Celtics Game 5 Odds

We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type Knicks Celtics
Spread +4.5 (-105) -4.5 (-112)
Moneyline +164 -185
Total o207.5 (-110) u207.5 (-110)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

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Knicks vs. Celtics Picks and Best Bets for Game 5

Our model's biggest edge in today's Knicks vs. Celtics matchup is on the over/under.

Our expert predictions, matched against the current odds, reveal the best NBA picks and NBA best bets for every game throughout the season.

Unlimited access to our full set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.

Knicks vs. Celtics Game 5 Player Props

NBA player props are an exciting way to wager on Wednesday's New York vs. Boston matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at TD Garden.

Jalen Brunson is expected to lead the Knicks with 28 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists, while Jaylen Brown is projected to have 25 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the Celtics.

Jalen Brunson 2025.
Jalen Brunson is projected to score 28 points tonight.

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Knicks vs. Celtics Game 5 Updates and Essential Details

Wednesday's Game 5 between the Celtics and Knicks in the NBA Playoffs is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.

The NBA Playoffs is an annual elimination tournament held to determine the league's champion.

A total of 16 teams, including the Knicks and Celtics, reached the 2025 NBA Playoffs, which includes four rounds: the First Round, Conference Semifinals, Conference Finals, and NBA Finals.

Each round is contested as a best-of-seven series, with the first team to four wins moving on to the next round until a champion is crowned. Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Wednesday's Knicks vs. Celtics matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

Before making any New York vs. Boston picks, be sure to check out the latest NBA predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.

Conclusion

We predict the Celtics, with a 63% win probability, will likely beat the Knicks on Wednesday.

AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Knicks vs. Celtics insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest 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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