The Celtics will play the Timberwolves on Thursday, January 2nd, 2025. Your timezone's tip off time is 6:30 pm CST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Captain Shady Lines
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
Now that the 2024-25 NBA season is in full swing, let's gear up for a game between the Boston Celtics and the Minnesota Timberwolves set for Thursday, January 2nd, 2025. Make sure to review each team's performance stats below as you handicap this matchup. We've included a few key metrics we think will be most helpful. At this point in the season, statistical trends should begin to firm up.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The Boston Celtics currently have a 97.33 power ranking. The power ranking for the Minnesota Timberwolves is 91.33. Continue monitoring these figures as the season progresses.
- Away Boston Celtics - The Boston Celtics currently have a 11-3 record as an away team. That standing puts them 3rd in the league for away team wins.
- Home Minnesota Timberwolves - The Minnesota Timberwolves start this matchup with a 9-6 record as a home team. They now rank 7th in the league for home team wins so far in the 2024-25 NBA regular season.
- Average Points Per Game - The Boston Celtics currently rank 4th (119.6) for average points scored per game. On the other side of the court, the Minnesota Timberwolves stand at 18th averaging 109.2 PPG.
- Average Opponent Points Per Game - Opponents have scored an average of 108.9 points against the Boston Celtics, ranking them 23rd in the league. The Minnesota Timberwolves currently rank 26th in the league for points scored against them, with a current standing of 107.4 OPPG.
- Team Division Records - The Boston Celtics have notched a 5-1 Eastern Atlantic Division division record, while the Minnesota Timberwolves possess a 2-3 Western Northwest Division standing.
- Overall Team Records - The Boston Celtics have a 24-9 overall record, while the Minnesota Timberwolves have a 17-15 standing.
Captain Shady Lines
A broken compass is right at least twice a day.
Avast ye, Celtics be in Timberwolves' den, fans show no mercy...
Boston 24-9, Minnesota 17-15, Celtics dominant in Atlantic...
Celtics score 119.6 ppg, Timberwolves average 109.2 ppg, clash imminent...
See you courtside at today's game, review best bets, prop bets...
Ahoy, brace yerself for a fierce battle on the NBA seas...
Best Celtics at Timberwolves Odds
| Underdog Minnesota Timberwolves | Favorite Boston Celtics |
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| Over | Under |
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| Underdog Minnesota Timberwolves | Favorite Boston Celtics |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
The Boston Celtics are -4.5 -115 point spread favorites at BetMGM, while the Minnesota Timberwolves are +5 -114 point spread underdogs at BetRivers.
The best over line is 217.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 217.5 -109 points at BetRivers, and that means you risk $109 to win $100 betting the under.
The Boston Celtics are the -186 moneyline favorite at BetRivers and the Minnesota Timberwolves are the +165 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
NBA Odds Example
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Game |
 BetMGMBet |
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Celtics
Timberwolves
1/02/25 6:30pm CST | -4.5 -115+4.5 -105 |
Underdog Minnesota Timberwolves - Minnesota Timberwolves bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.
A +4.5 Minnesota Timberwolves underdog bet wins if they lose by 4 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 5 or more.
Favorite Boston Celtics - Boston Celtics bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.
A -4.5 Boston Celtics favorite bet wins if they win by 5 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 4 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Boston Celtics at Minnesota Timberwolves Prop Bets
| BetMGM Bet |
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Celtics
Timberwolves
Game to Overtime
1/02/25 6:30pm CST | Yes +1150No -3000Bet |
Celtics
Team Total Points
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 111.5 o -110111.5 u -120Bet |
Timberwolves
Team Total Points
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 106.5 o -115106.5 u -110Bet |
Anthony Edwards
Points Scored
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 24.5 o -14524.5 u +110Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Derrick White
Points Scored
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 15.5 o -11515.5 u -115Bet |
Donte DiVincenzo
Points Scored
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 11.5 o +10011.5 u -135Bet |
Jaden McDaniels
Points Scored
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 9.5 o -1059.5 u -125Bet |
Jaylen Brown
Points Scored
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 21.5 o -12521.5 u -105Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Jayson Tatum
Points Scored
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 26.5 o -11026.5 u -120Bet |
Jrue Holiday
Points Scored
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 10.5 o -12010.5 u -110Bet |
Julius Randle
Points Scored
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 19.5 o -11519.5 u -120Bet |
Kristaps Porzingis
Points Scored
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 15.5 o -12015.5 u -110Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Mike Conley Jr
Points Scored
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 7.5 o -1257.5 u -105Bet |
Naz Reid
Points Scored
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 11.5 o -11011.5 u -120Bet |
Nickeil Alexander-Walker
Points Scored
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 6.5 o -1156.5 u -115Bet |
Payton Pritchard
Points Scored
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 13.5 o -10513.5 u -130Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Rudy Gobert
Points Scored
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 9.5 o -1209.5 u -110Bet |
Anthony Edwards
Points, Rebounds & Assists
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 34.5 o -12034.5 u -110Bet |
Derrick White
Points, Rebounds & Assists
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 24.5 o -11024.5 u -120Bet |
Jaden McDaniels
Points, Rebounds & Assists
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 14.5 o -13014.5 u -105Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Jaylen Brown
Points, Rebounds & Assists
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 31.5 o -11531.5 u -115Bet |
Jayson Tatum
Points, Rebounds & Assists
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 41.5 o -11041.5 u -120Bet |
Jrue Holiday
Points, Rebounds & Assists
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 18.5 o -10518.5 u -125Bet |
Kristaps Porzingis
Points, Rebounds & Assists
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 22.5 o -12522.5 u -105Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Mike Conley Jr
Points, Rebounds & Assists
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 14.5 o -11014.5 u -120Bet |
Naz Reid
Points, Rebounds & Assists
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 18.5 o -11018.5 u -125Bet |
Nickeil Alexander-Walker
Points, Rebounds & Assists
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 11.5 o -11011.5 u -125Bet |
Payton Pritchard
Points, Rebounds & Assists
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 20.5 o -12020.5 u -110Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Rudy Gobert
Points, Rebounds & Assists
BOS at MIN 1/02/25 6:30pm CST | 20.5 o -12520.5 u -105Bet |
Team Standings
| Team | W | L | Pct | GB | Home | Away | Div | Conf | PPG | Op. PPG | Diff | Strk | L10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| y - Boston Celtics | 61 | 21 | 0.744 | +7.0 | 28-13 | 33-8 | 14-2 | 39-13 | 116.3 | 107.2 | +9.1 | W2 | 8-2 |
| x - Minnesota Timberwolves | 49 | 33 | 0.598 | +19.0 | 25-16 | 24-17 | 11-5 | 33-19 | 114.3 | 109.3 | +5.0 | W3 | 8-2 |
Boston Celtics & Minnesota Timberwolves Futures Odds
Latest NBA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn how to bet on the NBA Championship. See past Championship results and learn how to bet NBA Finals teasers, props and parlays.
Boston Celtics Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
 BetRivers |
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| Celtics | +200 Bet | +175 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
BetRivers |
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| Timberwolves | +6600 Bet | +6000 Bet |
Boston Celtics & Minnesota Timberwolves Team Pages
Review each team's season win total odds, futures odds, betting bonuses and other valuable information on our exclusive team betting odds pages. Team betting odds and stats update throughout the season:
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Boston Celtics vs Minnesota Timberwolves NBA Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Thursday, January 2nd, 2025 at 6:30 pm CST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's NBA page, look for the Boston Celtics vs Minnesota Timberwolves Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's NBA page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Boston Celtics vs Minnesota Timberwolves Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.