Celtics Aim for Fifth Straight Win Against Struggling Jazz Tonight

BOSTON, MA — The Boston Celtics are set to face off against the Utah Jazz at TD Garden on Monday, March 10, 2025, at 7:30 PM ET. Riding a four-game winning streak, the Celtics are heavily favored, with a high probability of securing a fifth consecutive victory.

Dimers’ advanced NBA model calculates an 87% chance for the Celtics to defeat the Jazz, reflecting a sharp discrepancy in their current forms. According to Damien Souness from Dimers, “Our team has utilized the latest data to simulate Monday’s Utah-Boston game 10,000 times, showing that the Celtics are likely to win against the Jazz with a significant probability margin.”

The Celtics will feature a lineup that includes key players like Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, while the Jazz are set to depend on John Collins, Lauri Markkanen, and Collin Sexton. The injury report casts uncertainty on the availability of some top players, with Tatum listed as questionable due to knee tendinopathy.

Statistically, the Celtics have been a league powerhouse, boasting a 46-18 record, significantly better compared to the Jazz’s 15-49. They rank sixth in the Eastern Conference, fueled by an average of 115.4 points over their last ten games, while Utah has struggled offensively and defensively.

The Jazz, currently at the bottom of the Western Conference, are 7-25 on the road and have lost their last five games. This dip is exacerbated by their challenging injury situation, complicating their efforts to secure a victory tonight. Coach Will Hardy’s team is missing several key contributors, and the team appears to be strategically positioning for a better draft pick.

In their last encounter, the Celtics achieved a 111-101 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers. As they prepare for the Jazz, they will need to maintain their defensive prowess, currently rated fifth in the league with a rating of 110.1.

Both teams have recently been playing on the second leg of back-to-back games, with the Jazz facing a grueling schedule that began with losses to the Washington Wizards and Toronto Raptors. They struggled against Philadelphia, further highlighting their recent downturn in performance.

For Celtics fans, the matchup against the Jazz comes at a critical point in the season, with playoffs on the horizon. After tonight’s game, they will continue their home stand facing Oklahoma City, and then embark on a challenging road schedule.

As tip-off approaches, the Celtics’ coaching staff, led by Joe Mazzulla, emphasizes the importance of rebounding and aggressive play. Mazzulla noted, “We need to maintain our intensity. If we want to win, every player must contribute on the boards and on defense, making sure the Jazz don’t undermine our home-court advantage.”

The game can be streamed on NBC Sports Boston and local radio stations will provide coverage throughout the matchup. Bet enthusiasts can access extensive betting options for tonight’s game, including prop bets on player performances, such as projected points for Jaylen Brown.