Game Details:

Matchup: Boston Celtics vs. Phoenix Suns

Date & Time: Wednesday, March 26, 2025 | 10:00 PM ET

Venue: Footprint Center, Phoenix, Arizona

Betting Line: Celtics -3.5 | Over/Under: 226.5

Key Storylines

Elite Teams Clash in a Potential Finals Preview

The Celtics and Suns enter tonight’s contest as two of the NBA’s best teams, making this a must-watch matchup. Boston has been dominant in the Eastern Conference, while Phoenix continues to push for top positioning out West. With both teams featuring star-studded lineups, expect a high-intensity battle.

Jayson Tatum vs Kevin Durant

Two of the league’s premier scorers go head-to-head when Jayson Tatum and Kevin Durant take the floor. Tatum has been on a tear recently, averaging 30+ points over his last five games, while Durant remains one of the most efficient offensive weapons in the NBA.

Home-Court Advantage?

Phoenix has been strong at Footprint Center, boasting a 24-9 record on their home floor. However, Boston is one of the few teams that thrives in any environment, posting an impressive 22-10 record on the road. The Suns will need to bring their A-game to fend off the Celtics.

Injury Report

Boston Celtics:

• Out: Kristaps Porziņģis (ankle), Payton Pritchard (hamstring)
• Questionable: Jrue Holiday (knee)

Phoenix Suns:

• Out: Jusuf Nurkić (wrist), Grayson Allen (ankle)
• Probable: Devin Booker (back tightness)

Betting Trends

Against the Spread (ATS)

• Celtics: 39-28 ATS this season
• Suns: 32-33 ATS this season

Over/Under Trends

• The total has gone over in 5 of Boston’s last 7 games
• The total has gone under in 6 of Phoenix’s last 9 games

Road Success for the Celtics

• Boston is 22-10 in away games this season
• Phoenix is solid at home but has lost 3 of their last 5 home games

Player Prop to Watch

Jayson Tatum (Celtics) – Points Total: 28.5

Tatum has been scorching hot and will look to continue his scoring tear against the Suns’ defense. With Porziņģis out, expect him to shoulder even more offensive responsibility.

Kevin Durant (Suns) – Points Total: 26.5

With Nurkić out, the Suns may lean heavily on Durant’s offensive production. He has scored 27+ points in four of his last five games.

Prediction & Best Bets

Spread: Boston -3.5 → The Celtics’ depth and road success give them an edge.

Total: Under 226.5 → Phoenix has played in lower-scoring games recently.

Player Prop: Jayson Tatum Over 28.5 Points → With Porziņģis sidelined, Tatum should put up big numbers.

This game has all the makings of a playoff-like showdown, but Boston’s overall consistency and defensive edge should allow them to pull out a hard-fought victory.

Final Score Prediction: Celtics 112, Suns 106