The New Orleans Pelicans will play against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. The game is set for Friday, April 10, 2026, at 7:30 PM. Fans can watch the game on NBCS.
The Pelicans recently had a strong win against the Utah Jazz, scoring 156 points. Jeremiah Fears led the team with 40 points. Before that, they lost to the Orlando Magic and the Sacramento Kings by narrow margins.
The Celtics are coming off a loss to the New York Knicks. Jayson Tatum scored 24 points in that game. Earlier, they secured wins against the Charlotte Hornets and the Toronto Raptors, with Tatum and Jaylen Brown performing well.
Celtics Preview
The Boston Celtics are led by head coach Joe Mazzulla. They play in the Eastern Conference and are part of the Atlantic Division. In the 2026 regular season, the Celtics had a record of 54 wins and 26 losses.
At home, the Celtics won 28 games and lost 11. Their away record was 26 wins and 15 losses. In their last 10 games, they had the same record as their overall season, 54-26. They are ranked 2nd in the Eastern Conference and 1st in the Atlantic Division.
In recent games, the Celtics lost to the New York Knicks by 6 points, with a score of 106-112. Jayson Tatum scored 24 points and had 13 rebounds. Payton Pritchard added 23 points, while Neemias Queta contributed 10 points and 10 rebounds.
Offensively, the Celtics scored 114.5 points per game, ranking 22nd. They attempted 90.2 field goals per game, ranking 8th. Defensively, they allowed 107 points per game, ranking 1st. They also ranked 3rd in rebounds per game with 46.4.
Pelicans Preview
The New Orleans Pelicans had a challenging 2026 season. They finished with a record of 26 wins and 54 losses. At home, they won 17 games but struggled on the road with only 9 victories. In the Western Conference, they ranked 11th, and in the Southwest Division, they were 3rd.
In their recent games, the Pelicans had a notable win against the Utah Jazz. They scored 156 points, winning by 19. Jeremiah Fears was a standout player in this game, scoring 40 points. Jordan Hawkins and Derik Queen also contributed significantly.
Offensively, the Pelicans averaged 115.4 points per game, ranking 17th. They attempted 90.2 field goals per game, placing them 7th in this category. Their field goal percentage was 46.6, which was 17th in the league. They also made 20 free throws per game, ranking 8th.
Defensively, the Pelicans allowed 119.6 points per game, ranking 24th. They struggled with rebounds, allowing 45.8 per game, which was 25th. Their opponents had a field goal percentage of 47.6. Despite these challenges, they ranked 3rd in three-point percentage allowed, at 34.9.
Statistical Breakdown for Celtics vs Pelicans
The game between the Boston Celtics and the New Orleans Pelicans will be influenced by key stats. The Celtics have a strong defense, allowing only 107 points per game, which is the best in the league. They also excel in rebounds, ranking 3rd with 46.4 per game. On the other hand, the Pelicans score 115.4 points per game, ranking 17th, but they allow 119.6 points per game, which is 24th. The Celtics’ ability to limit scoring and control rebounds could be decisive against the Pelicans’ offensive efforts.
- Boston Celtics Points Per Game: 114.5 (22nd)
- Boston Celtics Points Per Game Allowed: 107.0 (1st)
- Boston Celtics Rebounds Per Game: 46.4 (3rd)
- New Orleans Pelicans Points Per Game: 115.4 (17th)
- New Orleans Pelicans Points Per Game Allowed: 119.6 (24th)
- New Orleans Pelicans Rebounds Per Game Allowed: 45.8 (25th)
Betting Insights
When looking at the betting trends for this game, there are several key insights to consider. These trends can help guide your decisions on the spread and total points. Below is a list of the top five trends to keep in mind.
- The away team has covered the spread in 4 of their last 5 games.
- The home team has failed to cover the spread in 3 of their last 4 games.
- The total has gone over in 6 of the away team’s last 7 games.
- The total has gone under in 5 of the home team’s last 6 games.
- The away team has covered the spread in 5 straight road games.
Free Betting Prediction for Celtics vs Pelicans
The Boston Celtics are strong at home, with a record of 28 wins and 11 losses. Their defense is the best in the league, allowing only 107 points per game. This could be a challenge for the New Orleans Pelicans, who struggle defensively, allowing 119.6 points per game.
The Pelicans have had difficulty on the road, winning only 9 games. They do score 115.4 points per game, but their defense might not hold up against the Celtics. The Celtics’ ability to control rebounds and limit scoring could make it hard for the Pelicans to keep up.
Considering the Celtics’ strong defense and home performance, they are likely to win. The Pelicans’ recent struggles on the road and defensive issues make it tough for them to compete. The Celtics are favored to cover the spread.
- Our Free Prediction: Celtics -17.0
