NBA Betting Picks Celtics @ Lakers

If you’re feet aren’t toasty enough with a bold Christmas fire in the living room and holiday cheer coursing through your liver and veins, then the rivalry that the Celtics and Lakers are about to renew should be enough to set your betting juices on fire. Both Boston and LA have been feverishly strong NBA online betting picks and with the Lakers playing at home, it’s a strong chance that they’ll win the game. But can they cover? If recent history tells us anything, the Lakers are not a favorable home pick, especially with the rampaging Celtics coming to town.

How is Kobe going to respond to a devastating Championship series loss last year with Andre Bynum and Pau Gasol in tow? Bryant has been fairly quiet playing reduced minutes, averaging just 26.1 points per game and mediocre assist and rebound totals. If the Lakers betting faithful have been waiting for a platform for Kobe to show just what he’s made of, this is the game.

NBA Betting Trends

-Boston is 5-0 SU in their last 5 games

-Boston is 10-5 ATS in their last 15 games on the road

-Boston is 5-0 ATS against the Lakers

-LA is 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games at home

-LA is 5-0 SU in their last 5 games at home

-total has gone OVER in 10-of-14 when Boston plays LA

Boston’s well documented run as of late has been nothing short of historic. With 19 wins in the bag, an NBA championship in tow, and three superstars capable of taking over the game, they are a dangerous team to bet against. For your betting health, I advise leaning towards the Celtics even though the Lakers are going to be graded as favorites headed in to this game.

The chances of Kobe taking over this matchup are limited because of the probable chance that Paul Pierce, on an MVP tear of his own, will answer the call of countering Black Mamba’s production. Pierce is putting up a modest 18.2 points per game, but given the opportunity to heavily impact a game when called upon.

Boston Celtics (27-2) vs. LA Lakers (23-5)

Thursday, December 25th — STAPLES Center, LA — 5:00pm EST

NBA Betting Line: ???

With the oddsmakers certainly looking for a statement game from the Lakers, LA will walk in to this game as a favorite. However, betting against Boston is a bad, idea. Don’t ruin your Christmas betting plans by going against the C’s in green.

NBA Free Pick: Boston +7 or more