Away Team
Record 22-60
Last 5 3-1 last five
ATS 3-1-0 ATS
Road 2-1 road
Standings
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Schedule
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Start Time 7:10 PM EST
Date 08, 2026
Venue TD Garden
Where To Watch NESN
Where To Stream NBA League Pass
Season Series 2025-26 series tied 1-1.

Utah visits Boston on December 18 with a stark contrast in prior-season performance: the Celtics won 56 games while the Jazz won 22. The central betting question is whether Utah can repeat its surprise TD Garden win from November 2025.

Home Team
Record 56-26
Last 5 2-2 last five
ATS 1-3-0 ATS
Home 1-1 home
Analysis Updated: 6:45 AM ET
Injuries Checked: 6:40 AM ET
Odds Updated: 7:49 AM ET

Betting Snapshot

Spread
BOS +1.5
Open: BOS -1.5
Market Steady

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Moneyline
BOS +105
Open: BOS -115
Dog Taking Support

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Total
5.5
Open: 5.5
Total Steady

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Best Free Prop Pick

FREE PROP
Clayton Keller Over 0.5 Points
Keyonte George scoring over 19.5 points draws support from his 31-point Boston road performance. Keyonte George scoring over 19.5 points targets a Celtics defense he attacked successfully previously. Keyonte George scoring over 19.5 points benefits from his established high-volume scoring role for Utah.

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Best Home Spread
FanDuel | BOS +1.5
Best Home Moneyline
Polymarket | BOS +117
Best Over Line
FanDuel | 5.5
Best Away Spread
FanDuel | UTA -1.5
Best Away Moneyline
Polymarket | UTA -122
Best Under Line
BetMGM | 6
Updated 7:49 AM ET
Sportsbook Spread Moneyline Total
FanDuelUTA -1.5
BOS +1.5
UTA -125
BOS +104
O 5.5
U 5.5
DraftKingsUTA -1.5
BOS +1.5
UTA -125
BOS +105
O 5.5
U 5.5
BetMGMUTA -1.5
BOS +1.5
UTA -130
BOS +105
O 6
U 6
BetRiversUTA -1.5
BOS +1.5
UTA -127
BOS +107
O 5.5
U 5.5
FanaticsUTA -1.5
BOS +1.5
UTA -130
BOS +110
O 5.5
U 5.5
BovadaUTA -1.5
BOS +1.5
UTA -130
BOS +110
O 6
U 6
BetOnline.agUTA -1.5
BOS +1.5
UTA -126
BOS +111
O 6
U 6
LowVig.agUTA -1.5
BOS +1.5
UTA -126
BOS +111
O 6
U 6
MyBookie.agUTA -1.5
BOS +1.5
UTA -127
BOS +104
O 6
U 6
BetUSUTA -1.5
BOS +1.5
UTA -126
BOS +106
O 6
U 6
Caesars—UTA -125
BOS +106
O 6
U 6
PolymarketUTA -1.5
BOS +1.5
UTA -122
BOS +117
O 5.5
U 5.5

Injury Report

Lineup status for the December 18, 2026 game must be evaluated closer to tipoff. No game-day injury designation is being asserted here. For Utah, the availability and expected minutes of its lead scorers will shape the offense. For Boston, changes in its rotation and frontcourt personnel could alter rebounding and perimeter matchups. Avoid translating historical scoring averages directly into prop expectations without updated availability.

Key Players

Utah
Keyonte George
George scored 31 points against Boston at TD Garden on November 3, 2025.
Boston
Jayson Tatum
Boston held opponents to 107.2 points per game during the 2025-26 regular season.

Key Matchup Edge

Boston brings the stronger established defensive baseline after allowing just 107.2 points per game in 2025-26, while Utah surrendered 126.0 per game. That difference favors Boston in an early handicapping framework, although December injuries, rotation changes and the actual spread will decide whether the favorite offers value.

3 Things to Watch

  • Utah guards against Boston perimeter pressure
  • Celtics control of defensive possessions
  • Keyonte George scoring opportunities against Boston

Betting Breakdown

The Utah Jazz are scheduled to visit the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on Friday, December 18, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. Eastern. This is the verified upcoming matchup, rather than the inconsistent historical date supplied with the request. The most meaningful starting point is the teams' 2025-26 performance: Boston went 56-26 and allowed 107.2 points per game, while Utah finished 22-60 and allowed 126.0. Those numbers establish a substantial defensive contrast, but they are previous-season figures, not current December form. Utah nevertheless won its last game in Boston, 105-103 on November 3, 2025, when Keyonte George scored 31 points. Boston responded with a 129-119 win in Utah on December 30 to split the season series. The combination argues against assuming either a routine Celtics cover or another Jazz upset. Monitor the listed spread, current injuries and projected minutes before committing to a side, total or player market. A Boston advantage in limiting efficient shots is the clearest historical edge; Utah's ability to create guard scoring remains the main counterweight.

Utah Betting Outlook

Utah enters this future matchup with a poor prior-season defensive benchmark rather than an established December trend. The Jazz went 22-60 in 2025-26, and their 126.0 points allowed per game were the league's highest. That profile puts pressure on shot-making and limits the margin for turnovers. Keyonte George demonstrated his offensive ceiling against Boston with 31 points in the November 2025 road win, and Lauri Markkanen supplied 20 points and nine rebounds. A competitive Utah betting case depends on getting efficient offense from its primary creators and preventing Boston from turning defensive stops into sustained runs. Confirm the current rotation and posted line before treating last season's data as a forecast.

Boston Betting Outlook

Boston owns the more persuasive long-range team profile after a 56-26 finish in 2025-26. Its defense allowed 107.2 points per game, sharply contrasting with Utah's 126.0. That gap provides an intuitive foundation for Celtics favoritism, but the home side lost 105-103 when Utah last visited TD Garden. Boston then won the December 2025 rematch 129-119, showing the ability to score against the Jazz while also conceding substantial points. For spread analysis, determine whether Boston's current lineup can consistently pressure Utah's ball handlers and secure defensive rebounds. For totals, prioritize the updated pace, rotation and posted number instead of leaning on last year's averages alone.

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Utah Mammoth vs Boston Bruins FAQ

What is the current spread for Utah Mammoth vs Boston Bruins?

The current home spread is BOS +1.5, while the away spread is UTA -1.5.

How far has the spread moved for Utah Mammoth vs Boston Bruins?

The spread opened at BOS -1.5 and is now BOS +1.5.

What is the current moneyline for Utah Mammoth vs Boston Bruins?

The current moneyline is UTA -125 / BOS +105.

How far has the moneyline moved for Utah Mammoth vs Boston Bruins?

The moneyline opened at UTA -105 / BOS -115 and is now UTA -125 / BOS +105.

What is the current total for Utah Mammoth vs Boston Bruins?

The current total is 5.5.

How far has the total moved for Utah Mammoth vs Boston Bruins?

The total opened at 5.5 and is now 5.5.

Is the market taking the underdog in Utah Mammoth vs Boston Bruins?

Current market signal: Market Steady.

Is the market taking the favorite in Utah Mammoth vs Boston Bruins?

Current market signal: Dog Taking Support.

Is the total dropping for Utah Mammoth vs Boston Bruins?

Current totals signal: Total Steady.

Is the total rising for Utah Mammoth vs Boston Bruins?

Current totals signal: Total Steady.

Where to watch Utah Mammoth vs Boston Bruins?

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What is the best free prop bet for Utah Mammoth vs Boston Bruins?

Clayton Keller Over 0.5 Points

What is the biggest matchup edge for Utah Mammoth vs Boston Bruins?

Boston brings the stronger established defensive baseline after allowing just 107.2 points per game in 2025-26, while Utah surrendered 126.0 per game. That difference favors Boston in an early handicapping framework, although December injuries, rotation changes and the actual spread will decide whether the favorite offers value.

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Game Date 08, 2026
Venue TD Garden
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JEREMY LAUZON OVER 1.5 BLOCKS
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RASMUS ANDERSSON UNDER 1.5 SHOTS ON GOAL
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LANE HUTSON UNDER 0.5 ASSTS
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CAR@MON
COLE CAUFIELD UNDER 2.5 SHOTS ON GOAL
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MON@CAR
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ALEX NEWHOOK OVER 1.5 SHOTS ON GOAL
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PAVEL MINTYUKOV OVER 1.5 BLOCKS
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BUF@MON
NICK SUZUKI UNDER 0.5 ASST
53.2%
3
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COLE CAUFIELD UNDER 0.5 POINTS
53.2%
3
LOSS
COL@MIN
SCOTT WEDGEWOOD OVER 25.5 SAVES
53.8%
3
LOSS
ANA@LV
RASMUS ANDERSSON OVER 1.5 BLOCKS
54.6%
4
LOSS
DET@BUF
OVER 6
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OTT@DET
OVER 5.5
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4
LOSS
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3
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PIT -120
54.7%
3
LOSS
MIN@BUF
BUF -120
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4
LOSS
NSH@COL
UNDER 6.5
53.8%
3
LOSS
CGY@CHI
CHI -118
54.8%
3
LOSS
DAL@ANA
DAL -116
54.0%
3
LOSS
FLA@BUF
BUF -115
55.8%
4
LOSS
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WPG -122
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4
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4
LOSS
NSH@STL
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53.3%
3
WIN
OTT@WPG
OVER 5.5
54.0%
3
LOSS
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6
LOSS
MIN@CGY
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6
LOSS
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LOSS
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OVER 6
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LOSS
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4
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