The Raptors will play the Celtics on Friday, January 9th, 2026. Your timezone's tip off time is 7:10 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Captain Shady Lines
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
The Toronto Raptors and the Boston Celtics will tip-off on Friday, January 9th, 2026 in what should be another exciting matchup of the 2025-26 NBA season. As we look ahead beyond the season's midway point, it's important to note that each team's performance trends are now falling into place. Use the following analytical insights to size up this matchup and to place an informed wager.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The Toronto Raptors come to this game with a 94.33 power ranking. The power ranking for their opponent, the Boston Celtics, is currently 96.33. Note that the higher power ranking usually correlates to the favorite team, while the lower ranking to the underdog.
- Away Toronto Raptors - The Toronto Raptors currently have a 11-7 away team record. They now rank 4th in the league for away team wins.
- Home Boston Celtics - The Boston Celtics come to the floor sporting a 11-6 record as a home team. As a result, they stand 6th in the league for home team wins in the 2025-26 NBA regular season.
- Average Points Per Game - The Toronto Raptors currently rank 21st (114.0) for average points scored per game. The Boston Celtics stand 11th, averaging 117.6 PPG.
- Average Opponent Points Per Game - Opponents have scored an average of 111.9 points against the Toronto Raptors, ranking them 26th in the league. Meanwhile, the Boston Celtics currently rank 29th in the league for points scored against them. Their current standing is 110.6 OPPG.
- Team Division Records - The Toronto Raptors currently have a 3-6 Eastern Atlantic Division division record. Their opponent, the Boston Celtics, come to the game with a 5-4 Eastern Atlantic Division standing.
- Overall Team Records - The Toronto Raptors have a 23-15 overall record, while the Boston Celtics have a 23-13 standing.
Captain Shady Lines
A broken compass is right at least twice a day.
Avast ye, mateys! The Raptors clash with the Celtics in Boston... Prepare for a fierce battle on the court this Friday night...
Both teams are evenly matched with strong overall standings... But division records show the Raptors may be at a disadvantage... The Celtics have been scoring more points per game, giving them an edge...
Be sure to review each team's performance stats before wagering... Our preferred sportsbooks offer some of the best betting options... We have a great sampling of prop bets for this exciting matchup...
Don't miss out on the action inside the Celtics' venue... Get ready for a showdown between two fierce rivals... The Raptors will need to bring their A-game to come out on top... And remember, in the end, it's all about who wants it more... Let the battle begin!
Best Raptors at Celtics Odds
| Underdog Toronto Raptors | Favorite Boston Celtics |
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| Over | Under |
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| Underdog Toronto Raptors | Favorite Boston Celtics |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
The Boston Celtics are -10.5 -105 point spread favorites at BetMGM, while the Toronto Raptors are +10.5 -115 point spread underdogs at BetMGM.
The best over line is 222.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 222.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.
The Boston Celtics are the -375 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the Toronto Raptors are the +290 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
NBA Odds Example
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Raptors
Celtics
1/09/26 7:10pm EST | +10.5 -115-10.5 -105 |
Underdog Toronto Raptors - Toronto Raptors bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.
A +10.5 Toronto Raptors underdog bet wins if they lose by 10 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 11 or more.
Favorite Boston Celtics - Boston Celtics bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.
A -10.5 Boston Celtics favorite bet wins if they win by 11 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 10 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Toronto Raptors at Boston Celtics Prop Bets
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Raptors
Celtics
Game to Overtime
1/09/26 7:10pm EST | Yes +1600No -10000Bet |
Celtics
Team Total Points
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 116.5 o -115116.5 u -110Bet |
Raptors
Team Total Points
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 105.5 o -120105.5 u -105Bet |
Anfernee Simons
Points Scored
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 13.5 o -11013.5 u -118Bet |
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Brandon Ingram
Points Scored
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 23.5 o +10023.5 u -130Bet |
Collin Murray-Boyles
Points Scored
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 8.5 o -1308.5 u -105Bet |
Derrick White
Points Scored
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 18.5 o -11018.5 u -120Bet |
Immanuel Quickley
Points Scored
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 16.5 o -11516.5 u -115Bet |
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Jamal Shead
Points Scored
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 6.5 o -1356.5 u +100Bet |
Jaylen Brown
Points Scored
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 28.5 o -12528.5 u -105Bet |
Luka Garza
Points Scored
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 8.5 o +1008.5 u -135Bet |
Neemias Queta
Points Scored
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 9.5 o -1109.5 u -125Bet |
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Payton Pritchard
Points Scored
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 15.5 o -13015.5 u +100Bet |
RJ Barrett
Points Scored
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 19.5 o -12019.5 u -110Bet |
Sam Hauser
Points Scored
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 8.5 o -1108.5 u -125Bet |
Sandro Mamukelashvili
Points Scored
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 11.5 o -11011.5 u -120Bet |
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Scottie Barnes
Points Scored
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 18.5 o -10518.5 u -130Bet |
Derrick White
Points, Rebounds & Assists
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 28.5 o -12028.5 u -110Bet |
Immanuel Quickley
Points, Rebounds & Assists
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 27.5 o -11027.5 u -120Bet |
Jaylen Brown
Points, Rebounds & Assists
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 41.5 o -11041.5 u -120Bet |
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Payton Pritchard
Points, Rebounds & Assists
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 25.5 o -12025.5 u -110Bet |
RJ Barrett
Points, Rebounds & Assists
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 29.5 o -12029.5 u -110Bet |
Sam Hauser
Points, Rebounds & Assists
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 12.5 o -12512.5 u -105Bet |
Scottie Barnes
Points, Rebounds & Assists
TOR at BOS 1/09/26 7:10pm EST | 32.5 o -10532.5 u -125Bet |
Team Standings
| Team | W | L | Pct | GB | Home | Away | Div | Conf | PPG | Op. PPG | Diff | Strk | L10 |
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| Boston Celtics | 24 | 15 | 0.615 | +9.0 | 12-7 | 12-8 | 6-4 | 17-9 | 116.6 | 110.1 | +6.5 | L2 | 6-4 |
| Toronto Raptors | 24 | 17 | 0.585 | +10.0 | 13-9 | 11-8 | 4-8 | 21-12 | 113.9 | 112.3 | +1.6 | L1 | 6-4 |
Toronto Raptors & Boston Celtics Futures Odds
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Toronto Raptors Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
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| Raptors | +15000 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
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| Celtics | +2000 Bet |
Toronto Raptors & Boston Celtics Team Pages
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How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Toronto Raptors vs Boston Celtics NBA Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Friday, January 9th, 2026 at 7:10 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's NBA page, look for the Toronto Raptors vs Boston Celtics Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's NBA page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Toronto Raptors vs Boston Celtics Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.
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