Boston Celtics - Golden State Warriors predictions and free betting tips [03/03/2024]

On Sunday night, the Golden State Warriors and the Boston Celtics will compete at the TD Garden arena.

Golden State Warriors

The Warriors have been impressive, winning 11 out of their last 13 games, and they are keen to continue their success streak, gunning for their fourth consecutive win after a convincing triumph over the Toronto Raptors with a score of 120:105 in their last away game. The soon-to-be fourth-time-father Steph Curry was the centre of attention, making 7 three-pointers and totalling 25 points, as well as making 6 assists. The Warriors demonstrated good shooting accuracy, executing 44% of their throws and 18 out of 44 three-pointers.

The beginning of the game was a struggle for the Warriors, who had to work hard to ward off the Raptors' pressure. However, they managed to take the lead by halftime, and then made a decisive surge of 24:7 in the third quarter, ultimately securing their easy victory. This success is part of a broader upward trend for the Warriors, who have claimed eight consecutive away victories. Their recent achievements demonstrate their form, including 3 recent away wins and 6 victories from the last 7 matches. 

Boston Celtics

The Celtics are showing impressive form, winning 15 out of the last 17 games, and following their latest convincing victory against the Dallas Mavericks with a score of 138:110, they are aiming for their 11th consecutive win. In that game, Jayson Tatum once again affirmed his star status, scoring 32 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 assists. His partners Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porzingis also made significant contributions, scoring 25 and 24 points respectively, showcasing the team's might and consistency.

The Celtics continue to demonstrate outstanding offensive play, realising 55% of their game throws and 21 out of 43 three-pointers, which aligns with their seasonal average of 48.8%. They set an aggressive pace from the onset, scoring 38 points in the first quarter and doubling their advantage in the second half of the game, earning their 10th consecutive victory. This victory marked the 22nd instance this season when Tatum scored no less than 30 points, highlighting his role as the team's leading player. 

Head-to-Head Meetings

In the last match between these teams, the Warriors claimed victory in overtime with the score 132:126.

Match Prediction: Boston Celtics Vs Golden State Warriors

The Warriors face challenges ahead of the upcoming match: Andrew Wiggins is missing the game due to personal reasons, and Steph Curry's involvement is questionable due to inflammation in his left knee. On the other hand, the Celtics are also anxious about the condition of Kristaps Porzingis, who is nursing a left knee contusion. Despite the Warriors' impressive winning streak, Curry's absence could significantly cut their chances for success in the upcoming showdown. Consequently, considering the Celtics' strong home performance throughout the season, it seems they have every chance to capitalise on the situation and achieve a victory over the Warriors, especially if Curry is unable to take to the court.