Boston Celtics vs Phoenix Suns Picks and Prediction for Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Boston visits Phoenix at the Mortgage Matchup Center on Tuesday night. The Celtics are 37-19 overall and second in the Eastern Conference, while the Suns are 33-25 overall and seventh in the Western Conference. Boston enters riding a three-game winning streak, while Phoenix looks to bounce back after a loss to Portland. Win this matchup with our free NBA picks.
Game Information
- Date: Tuesday, February 24
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Location: Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix, AZ
- TV: NBC Sports BO
Boston Celtics Preview
Boston enters this contest scoring 115.4 points per game while holding opponents to an average of 108.0. The Celtics have won three straight and continue to look to Jaylen Brown, who averages 29.2 points and 7.0 rebounds per game as the primary scoring option. Payton Pritchard adds 17.4 points and 5.4 assists, giving Boston steady production in the backcourt. Derrick White contributes 17.1 points and 5.6 assists while also anchoring the perimeter defensively. The Celtics average 45.6 rebounds and 24.2 assists per game, and their depth off the bench allows them to maintain pace throughout four quarters.
Injury Report: Jayson Tatum is out.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 115.4
- Points Allowed: 108.0
- Rebounds: 45.6
- Assists: 24.2
- Steals: 7.6
- Blocks: 5.3
- Turnovers: 11.4
Phoenix Suns Preview
Phoenix puts up 113.3 points per game and allows 111.6, relying heavily on Devin Booker to push the offense. Booker averages 24.7 points and 6.1 assists per game and remains the focal point throughout the game. Dillon Brooks supplies 20.9 points per contest, providing scoring support on the wing. Grayson Allen adds 17.3 points and stretches the floor from beyond the arc. The Suns average 43.5 rebounds and 24.8 assists per game, but have struggled to string together consistent defensive performances over the past week.
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Injury Report: Cole Anthony, Dillon Brooks, and Haywood Highsmith are out.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 113.3
- Points Allowed: 111.6
- Rebounds: 43.5
- Assists: 24.8
- Steals: 10.1
- Blocks: 4.0
- Turnovers: 13.9
Boston Celtics vs Phoenix Suns Prediction
Boston holds the edge defensively, allowing just 108.0 points per game compared to Phoenix’s 111.6. The Celtics also rebound at a slightly higher rate and have been sharper during their current winning streak. While Devin Booker can keep Phoenix competitive, Boston’s balanced scoring attack and recent form give them the advantage on the road. The Celtics will control the tempo in the second half and extend their winning streak. Final Score Prediction: Boston Celtics win and cover ATS, 118-110.
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