Celtics vs. Mavericks prediction, odds, line: Proven model reveals 2026 NBA picks for Feb. 3

Two teams going in opposite directions will meet as part of Tuesday's NBA schedule as the Boston Celtics visit the Dallas Mavericks. The Celtics (31-18) have won three of their last four, including a Sunday victory over Milwaukee. Meanwhile, the Mavs (19-30) have lost four straight, most recently a defeat to Houston on Saturday. The teams split their two matchups last season.

Tipoff is at 8 p.m. ET from American Airlines Center in Dallas. The latest Mavericks vs. Celtics odds list Boston as the 7.5-point favorite, with the over/under at 222.5. Boston is at -267 on the money line (risk $267 to win $100), while Dallas is priced at the +216 underdog.

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