The Boston Celtics vs. New Orleans Pelicans game will be played on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at 6:00 PM ET, at TD Garden. The Celtics are second in the Eastern Conference with a 27-11 record. While they’ve been strong overall, they’re coming off a recent loss to the Sacramento Kings, 97-114.
In comparison, the Pelicans have been abysmal as they rank at the bottom of the Western Conference with an 8-31 record. Despite their poor form, they secured a 123-115 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers in their most recent game. The Celtics and Pelicans have faced off 47 times in the regular season, with Boston leading the series 26-21.
Boston Celtics vs. New Orleans Pelicans: Prediction
The Celtics are playing at a high level this season, averaging 117.9 points per game (5th in the NBA) while allowing just 108.4 points (5th). They rank 11th in rebounds with 44.9 per game and give up 44.3 rebounds, placing them 17th. Boston is also a top team in three-point shooting, making 18 threes per game, the most in the league, while shooting 36.4% from beyond the arc, which ranks 13th.
The Pelicans, on the other hand, have struggled offensively, ranking 25th in points allowed (117.1) and 24th in rebounds (42.7 per game). They score just 107.4 points per game, the fourth-lowest in the NBA. New Orleans also ranks poorly in three-point shooting, making only 11.8 threes per game (3rd worst) and shooting 34% from deep (5th worst).
Boston Celtics vs. New Orleans Pelicans: Probable Starting Lineups
Here are the expected lineups for both teams.
Boston Celtics
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PG Jrue Holiday
SG Derrick White
SF Jaylen Brown
PF Jayson Tatum
C Kristaps Porzingis
New Orleans Pelicans
PG Dejounte Murray
SG CJ McCollum
SF Brandon Boston
PF Zion Williamson
C Yves Missi
Boston Celtics vs. New Orleans Pelicans: Injuries Update
The Celtics have Drew Peterson and Jordan Walsh, who are both listed as questionable. Peterson is dealing with a concussion, while Walsh is sidelined due to an illness.
The Pelicans’ injury report includes Brandon Ingram, who is questionable due to an ankle injury; Herbert Jones, who is out with a shoulder injury; and Trey Murphy, who is questionable due to an ankle issue.
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