Boston Celtics: Los Angeles Clippers vs Boston Celtics Prediction and Preview – November 16

The Boston Celtics will conclude their match at home on Sunday, hosting the Los Angeles Clippers. The showdown at TD Garden marks the first of two meetings between the two teams in the 2025-2026 regular season.

LA Clippers vs. Boston Celtics preview, odds, betting tips and prediction

The Clippers vs. Celtics game is scheduled to kick off at 3:30 PM ET (12:30 PM PT). The live broadcast will be available on NBCS-BOS, KTLA and FanDuel Sports Network SoCal. Fans can watch the contest via live stream on NBA League Pass and Fubo TV (restrictions may apply).

Money line: Clippers (+180) vs. Celtics (-218)

probability: Clippers (+5.5 -115) vs Celtics (-5.5 -105)

Total (S/U): Clippers (Under 220.5 -115) vs. Celtics (Under 220.5 -110)

Editor’s note: Odds can change as the match approaches. Odds stated are based on information available at the time of publication.

Los Angeles Clippers vs Boston Celtics match summary

The Los Angeles Clippers have had a tough first two weeks of November. They lost six straight games before finally slipping in their last outing against the Dallas Mavericks.

Powered by the impressive James Harden’s 41 points, 14 rebounds and 11 assists, Los Angeles cruised to a thrilling 133-127 win in a thrilling double overtime game.

On the other hand, the Boston Celtics have been strong at the start of the season with Jayson Tatum sidelined. They currently sit at 6-7, which is a huge turnaround from their 0-3 start.

Jaylen Brown is expected to become Boston’s go-to option, averaging 27 points, 5.1 rebounds and 4.2 assists per game, keeping the Celtics competitive.

Los Angeles Clippers vs. Boston Celtics Expect the game to start in five seconds

Clippers starting at 5

g: James Harden | g: Chris Dunn | and: Nicolas Batum | and: Derrick Jones Jr. | A: Ivica Zubac

Celtics starting 5

g: Derek White | g: Payton Pritchard | and: Jaylen Brown | and: Jordan Walsh | A: Neemias Quetta

Los Angeles Clippers vs. Boston Celtics Betting Tips

• James Harden O/U 24.5 points – Take charge
• Jaylen Brown O/U 26.5 points – Take the bottom
• Ivica Zubac O/U 10.5 Rebounds – Take care of the job
• Derrick White O/U 4.5 Assists – Handle

Los Angeles Clippers vs. Boston Celtics Predictions

The Los Angeles Clippers have finally put an end to their losing streak, but it’s still clear that a new roster has yet to take shape. On the other hand, the Celtics continue to show the strength and depth of their team, with consistent contributions from players outside the starting lineup throughout the season.

prediction: We expect the Celtics to win by two points.