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Knicks vs. Celtics prediction: Boston favored to win Sunday's NBA game [2/8/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get New York Knicks vs Boston Celtics predictions for NBA Sunday.
The Boston Celtics and New York Knicks will meet in NBA action at TD Garden on Sunday, with tipoff at 12:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Celtics as the most likely winner of the Knicks 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 Knicks will rely on Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges.
This article offers further insights into Sunday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Knicks vs. Celtics prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NBA matchup between the Knicks and Celtics 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Celtics a 63% chance of beating the Knicks. Our predicted final score has the Celtics winning 108-105.
According to our model, the Celtics (-3.5) have a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the 214.5-point over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.
Knicks vs. Celtics odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Knicks | Celtics |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +3.5 (-112) | -3.5 (-102) |
| Moneyline | +130 | -154 |
| Total | o214.5 (-110) | u214.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Knicks vs. Celtics 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 -3.5 | -102 |
| Moneyline | Celtics | -154 |
| Total | Under 214.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Sunday, the top play to make on this game is Celtics to win.
Knicks vs. Celtics player props
Betting on Knicks vs. Celtics NBA player props? We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at TD Garden.
Jalen Brunson is expected to lead the Knicks with 26 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists, while Jaylen Brown is projected to have 31 points, 7 rebounds and 4 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.
Knicks prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Knicks are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Brunson | 26 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 44 |
| K. Towns | 19 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 41 |
| Mikal Bridges | 15 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 31 |
| Josh Hart | 11 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 32 |
| Landry Shamet | 10 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 18 |
Celtics prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Celtics:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaylen Brown | 31 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 53 |
| Derrick White | 18 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 41 |
| P. Pritchard | 18 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 36 |
| Nikola Vucevic | 13 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 31 |
| Neemias Queta | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 24 |
Knicks vs. Celtics game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's action between the Celtics and Knicks at TD Garden is scheduled to start at 12:30 PM ET.
- Who: New York Knicks vs. Boston Celtics
- Date: Sunday, February 8, 2026
- Time: 12:30 PM ET/9:30AM PT
- Venue: TD Garden
Conclusion
We predict the Celtics, with a 63% win probability, will likely beat the Knicks on Sunday, with Jaylen Brown projected for a game-high 53 fantasy points.
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 sourced 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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