The Boston Celtics roll into Memphis tonight, aiming to stretch their win streak to nine when they face the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Tip-off is set for 7:30 p.m. ET, and with Boston dominating the road (31-7), the SportsLine Projection Model—boasting a 67-41 run on top picks this season—has run this NBA showdown 10,000 times. We’ve got the latest odds, a deep-dive prediction, the best bets to jump on, and a look at their last 10 matchups to fuel your picks.
Celtics Riding High, Grizzlies Seeking Stability
Boston (55-19) is scorching, fresh off a 121-111 road win over the Spurs on Saturday, sitting second in the Eastern Conference. Jayson Tatum’s 29-point, 10-rebound double-double fueled that victory, and the Celtics’ league-best 31-7 road record makes them a tough out. Meanwhile, Memphis (44-30), fifth in the West, stumbled in a 134-127 loss to the Lakers Saturday and just parted ways with coach Taylor Jenkins. Interim coach Tuomas Iisalo takes the reins, leaning on a 25-12 home mark. Can the Grizzlies halt Boston’s surge?
Betting Lines and Odds Breakdown
The latest SportsLine odds list Boston as 5-point favorites, with the over/under at 236.5 points. Money line stands at Celtics -200 (risk $200 to win $100) and Grizzlies +166 (risk $100 to win $166). Boston’s 5-5 against the spread (ATS) in their last 10 games contrasts with Memphis’ 6-4 ATS over the same stretch. The model’s leaning Under, projecting 231 points, and it’s pinpointed a spread pick hitting nearly 60% of the time—full details at SportsLine.
Last 10 Matchups: Celtics vs. Grizzlies
These teams have a heated history, with Boston winning 9 of the last 10. Here’s how their past decade of clashes stacks up:
| Date | Home Team | Away Team | Score | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 7, 2024 | Celtics | Grizzlies | 127-121 | Grizzlies |
| February 4, 2024 | Celtics | Grizzlies | 131-91 | Celtics |
| November 19, 2023 | Grizzlies | Celtics | 102-100 | Celtics |
| February 12, 2023 | Celtics | Grizzlies | 119-109 | Celtics |
| November 7, 2022 | Grizzlies | Celtics | 109-106 | Celtics |
| March 3, 2022 | Celtics | Grizzlies | 120-107 | Celtics |
| April 10, 2021 | Celtics | Grizzlies | 132-116 | Celtics |
| March 22, 2021 | Grizzlies | Celtics | 132-126 (OT) | Celtics |
| August 11, 2020 | Celtics | Grizzlies | 122-107 | Celtics |
| January 22, 2020 | Celtics | Grizzlies | 119-95 | Celtics |
Note: Stats reflect regular season games. Boston’s 9-1 run includes a 127-121 Memphis upset this season on Dec. 7.
Why the Model’s Backing One Side
With over $10,000 in profit for $100 bettors since 2018-19, the SportsLine model’s dialed in. Boston’s top-five offense (117.2 points per game) and stingy defense (108.9 points allowed) face a Grizzlies squad that’s top-10 in paint scoring (54.6 points) but shaky from deep (34.8%). Memphis’ coaching shakeup and Saturday’s loss could disrupt rhythm, while the Celtics’ road prowess shines. The model says one side of the spread cashes nearly 60% of the time—check SportsLine for the pick.
Top Bets to Target
Game time’s closing in, so here’s where to strike. Under 236.5 looks sharp—Boston’s D and Memphis’ home struggles suggest a tighter battle. Tatum’s over 27.5 points (-120) is tempting after his 29-point outing, especially against a Grizzlies D allowing 47.8 paint points. Lock in now—this one’s got fireworks potential.