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Celtics vs. Clippers prediction: Clippers favored to win Saturday's NBA matchup [1/3/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Boston Celtics vs Los Angeles Clippers predictions for NBA Saturday.
The Los Angeles Clippers will square off with the Boston Celtics, in what is expected to be a tight NBA game, at Intuit Dome on Saturday, starting at 10:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury updates, Dimers' proven NBA model gives the Clippers a slight edge with a 54% win probability over the Celtics.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Clippers lineup will feature stars like Kawhi Leonard, James Harden and John Collins, while the Celtics will look to Jaylen Brown, Derrick White and Payton Pritchard.
This article offers further insights into Saturday's Celtics vs. Clippers matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Celtics vs. Clippers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NBA matchup between the Celtics and Clippers 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Clippers a 54% chance of beating the Celtics. Our predicted final score has the Clippers winning 110-109.
According to our model, the Clippers (-1.5) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the 220.5-point over/under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Celtics vs. Clippers odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Celtics | Clippers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +1.5 (-105) | -1.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | +114 | -130 |
| Total | o220.5 (-105) | u220.5 (-115) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Celtics vs. Clippers picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Clippers -1.5 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Celtics | +114 |
| Total | Over 220.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Saturday, the top play to make on this game is Clippers -1.5 at the spread.
Celtics vs. Clippers player props
NBA player props are an enjoyable way to wager on Saturday's Celtics vs. Clippers game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Intuit Dome.
Jaylen Brown is expected to lead the Celtics with 27 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists, while Kawhi Leonard is projected to have 28 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the Clippers.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Celtics prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Celtics are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaylen Brown | 27 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 47 |
| Derrick White | 18 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 39 |
| P. Pritchard | 16 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 33 |
| Anfernee Simons | 13 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 23 |
| Neemias Queta | 10 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 28 |
Clippers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Clippers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawhi Leonard | 28 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 49 |
| James Harden | 22 | 4 | 8 | 3 | 45 |
| John Collins | 12 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 23 |
| Ivica Zubac | 11 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 25 |
| Derrick Jones | 9 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 17 |
Celtics vs. Clippers game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's game between the Clippers and Celtics at Intuit Dome is scheduled to begin at 10:30 PM ET.
- Who: Boston Celtics vs. Los Angeles Clippers
- Date: Saturday, January 3, 2026
- Time: 10:30 PM ET/7:30PM PT
- Venue: Intuit Dome
Conclusion
We predict the Clippers, with a 54% win probability, will likely beat the Celtics on Saturday, with Kawhi Leonard projected for a game-high 49 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Celtics vs. Clippers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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