New York Knicks at Boston Celtics Betting Tips – Underdog Knicks To Cover In Boston NBA Clash
The New York Knicks are favored to cover as betting underdogs in their matchup against the Boston Celtics. Despite an opening night defeat to the 76ers, New York showcased promising team chemistry and boasts a strong recent record against Boston, winning seven of their past ten meetings. The Knicks’ recent championship adds intrigue, while Boston comes off a disappointing loss after blowing a 22-point lead in Detroit. The article concludes that the Knicks' positive trends make them a compelling pick in this game.
- Knicks tipped to cover as betting underdogs against Celtics
- New York has won 7 of last 10 meetings with Boston
- Celtics blew a 22-point lead in their season opener and lost in Detroit
NY Knicks @ BOS Celtics Live StreamWatch live online at bet365 > Basketball > NBA. T&Cs apply.
Watch and bet
Geo-restrictions apply. You must have a funded account or to have placed a bet in the last 24 hours. Over 18s only. T&Cs apply.
New York are tipped to cover as a betting underdog in Boston.
The Knicks came up short on ‘banner night’, but they showed early-season chemistry in the loss to the 76ers, and they do boast a strong recent record against a Celtics team that had some teething problems as they blew a big lead on opening night.
Key Numbers – Will Knicks Make It 8 Wins In 11 Meetings?
- New York Knicks have won 7 of the last 10 meetings
- Boston Celtics failed to cover in the season-opening loss in Detroit
- New York Knicks have covered in 3 of their last 5 visits to Boston
- The Under cashed in New York’s season-opener
Celtics Lead All-Time Head-To-Head; Knicks Won Last Meeting
- Boston Celtics lead the all-time series 347-228
- New York Knicks won 112-106 when the two teams last met in April 2026
New York Knicks Lost Season Opener
New York head to Boston looking to rebound from the opening night defeat to Philadelphia.
The Knicks raised the banner to celebrate their 2025/26 championship success on Tuesday night, but the new-look 76ers spoiled the party at Madison Square Garden.
A rough third quarter proved to be the defending champions’ undoing, as they lost 106-100.
Jalen Brunson led New York with 21 points, five rebounds and three assists, while Karl-Anthony Towns put up 19 points and 12 rebounds in a double-double.
Andre Drummond also made his present felt off the bench, as he contributed 12 points and 14 rebounds in a double-double of his own.
Boston Celtics Blew 22-Point Lead In Boston
Boston enter their home opener looking to issue an immediate response to the season-opening defeat in Detroit.
The Celtics led by double digits at half-time and by as many as 22 during the game, but ultimately came up short at Little Caesars Arena as they fell 121-113.
Despite the loss, Paul George put on a show in his debut as he racked up 38 points while converting seven of his 12 three-point attempts.
Jayson Tatum dished out 11 assists but was held to just 13 points as he went 6-23 and failed to make any of his seven three-point attempts.
Boston did get solid contributions from Derrick White, who had 17 points and eight assists, and Payton Pritchard, who put up 17 points off the bench.
Verdict
New York came up short on opening night, but there will not be many opportunities to back them in an underdog role this season.
The Knicks were hardly disgraced in the loss to the 76ers and their recent record against the Celtics makes for good reading, so give us the visitors and a free bucket.
The Knicks were hardly disgraced in the loss to the 76ers and their recent record against the Celtics makes for good reading, so give us the visitors and a free bucket.
New York +2.5
Spread
@9/10 - 4 Units
Bet £10 Get £30
with bonus code NEWBONUS
Available to new customers only. Make a qualifying deposit of £5 or more and claim the offer within 30 days of registering your account to qualify for 300% of that amount in Bet Credits, up to a maximum of £30 in Bet Credits. Once released, your Bet Credits will be held in your account balance and are non-withdrawable. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Registration required. Time limits and T&Cs apply. The bonus code NEWBONUS can be used during registration but does not change the offer amount in any way. #ad
Under 223.5
Total Points
@9/10 - 2 Units
Bet £10 Get £10
Promo Code: NEWBONUS
New customers only. Bet £10+ to receive £10 in Free Bets. 7-day free bet expiry. Stake not returned. Promotional Terms Apply. 18+. GambleAware.org
US sports writer covering the NFL, NBA, NHL, boxing and MMA, with previews, predictions and betting tips across the major American leagues.
During his career at the Press Association and online sports sites including FreeTips and ExpertPicks.com, he has covered some of the biggest sporting events on the planet, including the Super Bowl, the Champions League Final and the World Cup Final.
He has also covered almost every major boxing match and UFC fight card during this time. His specialist sports are American Football, Basketball, Ice Hockey, Boxing, Mixed Martial Arts and Football.
Read More
Top Betting Sites
Betting offers
Upcoming Events
15 October 2026
- 2026 League of Legends World Championship -
- Esports
19 October 2026
- WTA Ningbo -
- Tennis
- ATP Almaty -
- Tennis
- DraculaN Season 7 -
- Esports
- EuroLeague 2026/27 -
- Basketball
22 October 2026
Load More
Sports Tips Starts in
Today's Acca Tips
-
Soccer tips
-
Horse Racing tips
-
Tennis tips
