Boston Celtics 2022-23 Season Preview and Best Bet (Odds, Offseason Moves and More)
The Boston Celtics have been in the news for all the wrong reasons. Head coach Ime Udoka has been suspended for the entire season, and we’re still waiting for more news to come out on that. His actions have overshadowed the fact the Celtics are one of the best young teams in the league and are coming off an NBA Finals appearance.
Even without Udoka on the sidelines, the Celtics are expected to be in the mix for the top seed in the Eastern Conference. Let’s dive into the odds and look ahead to Boston’s season.
Boston Celtics Offseason Moves and Additions
Key Celtics Roster Additions:
- Malcolm Brogdon (Trade)
- Danilo Gallinari (Trade)
Key Celtics Roster Losses:
- Daniel Theis (Trade)
- Aaron Nesmith (Trade)
- Ime Udoka - Coach (Suspension)
Boston Celtics Odds to Win NBA Championship, Make Playoffs and Win Total
- Odds to Win NBA Finals: +550
- Odds to Win Eastern Conference: +270
- Make Playoffs: -4500
- Win Total: 53.5 (Over -110/Under -110)
Boston Celtics Best Bet for 2022-23 NBA Season
Even with all the controversy and scandal that’s already happened with the Celtics this offseason, they are still going to be one of the best teams in the East. Joe Mazzulla has been there since 2019 and will be able to keep the continuity Boston has created.
On the court, the Celtics still have one of the best rosters in the league, and added to their depth with the addition of Malcolm Brogdon. He’ll add a true point guard presence that Boston hasn’t had in years.
The best thing to do with the Celtics this season is to back them to win the Atlantic division. Brooklyn has too many injury and team morale concerns, while Philadelphia might be asking too much of James Harden.
At plus money, this is one of the best bets on the board for a team that is expected to be playing into late May.
You can find Donnavan Smoot’s full betting record here.