San Antonio Spurs vs Boston Celtics

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The upcoming NBA game between the San Antonio Spurs and the Boston Celtics is on the horizon. While the Celtics lead the Eastern Conference standings, the Spurs are positioned at the bottom in the West. Recently, the Spurs had a mixed outcome against the Portland Trail Blazers, winning one game but losing the other with a score of 134-128.

San Antonio's win broke a five-game losing streak, yet their overall performance this season has been challenging, winning only five out of 31 games, marking one of the league's weakest standings. The team might face a setback as Zach Collins might miss the upcoming match due to an ankle injury sustained in their previous game against the Blazers.

In contrast, the Boston Celtics are in excellent form, leading not just the Eastern Conference but also boasting the best record across the NBA. With 25 wins out of 31 games, they're showcasing a dominant performance, having won their last five consecutive matches, the longest active winning streak in the league. Boston is solid both offensively and defensively, ranking in the top 10 in both aspects.

The Celtics display a balanced game, scoring 117.6 points per away game while allowing opponents 112.5 points. Their roster is mostly healthy, with Jrue Holiday being the only player listed on the injury report as 'Questionable' due to an ankle issue, although he played the last game under the same status.

In their most recent games, the Celtics secured a 120-118 win against the Toronto Raptors, while the Spurs faced defeats in consecutive home games and lost 134-128 against the Portland Trail Blazers in their last outing.

Regarding their head-to-head record, the Celtics have recently clinched victories over the Spurs with a 121-116 win at AT&T Center and a dominating 137-93 win at TD Garden. Out of their last ten matchups, the Spurs have managed to win six games.

The team has faced significant challenges at the beginning of this season, managing to secure victories in just five out of 31 matches, placing them firmly at the bottom of the Western Conference standings. There are considerable uncertainties about their ability to overcome this downturn and make a playoff push. Notably, newcomer Victor Wembanyama has displayed promising performances.

Contrastingly, Boston is enjoying a remarkable season with outstanding results from the outset. Of particular note is their unbeaten record in all home games, potentially aiming to establish a new club record. Leading the Eastern Conference, the Celtics boast the league's highest win percentage at 80%. They are emerging as strong contenders this season and consistently proving their prowess on the court.

On December 31, 2023, at Frost Bank Center, the Boston Celtics (25-6) will seek to extend their three-game road winning streak as they face the struggling San Antonio Spurs (5-26) in a game scheduled to air at 7:00 PM ET on BSSW and NBCS-BOS.

The Celtics head into the matchup as substantial favorites, with a 13-point spread. The over/under for the game is set at 239.

In their recent victory against the Raptors, the Celtics, led by Jaylen Brown's 31 points, secured a 120-118 win. On the other hand, the Spurs, led by Keldon Johnson's 29 points, suffered a 134-128 loss to the Trail Blazers in their last game.

This season, the Celtics have shown a balanced performance against the spread, currently standing at 14-14-3. In instances where they are favorites by 13 points or more, they have achieved one ATS win in two games. Furthermore, Celtics games have surpassed the over/under 18 times in 31 opportunities, accounting for 58.1% of the matches.

The statistical comparison between the two teams reveals that the Celtics score just 2.7 points less per game (120.3) than the Spurs concede (123). When the Celtics score more than 123 points, they are 8-3-1 against the spread and 11-1 overall. Conversely, the Spurs are 11-19-1 against the spread this season. Despite being underdogs by 13 points or more twice, they covered the spread once. Additionally, Spurs games have exceeded the set point totals on 21 out of 31 occasions, making up 67.7% of their matchups. The Spurs average 111.7 points per game, only 1.2 points more than the 110.5 points conceded by the Celtics. In games where San Antonio scores more than 110.5 points, they are 9-10 against the spread and 5-14 overall.