Celtics Dominate Pelicans in Convincing Win
Friday, April 10, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · TD Garden
Boston Celtics 144, New Orleans Pelicans 118, final. Today's NBA pick is already sealed, as a hash, before kickoff.
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Who won New Orleans Pelicans vs Boston Celtics?
Boston Celtics beat New Orleans Pelicans 144-118 at TD Garden on April 10, 2026.
Who was favored in New Orleans Pelicans vs Boston Celtics?
Boston Celtics were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -2100 (about 95% implied). The favorite won.
The Boston Celtics showcased their dominance in the NBA with a decisive victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, finishing the game with a score of 144-118. This win solidifies the Celtics' strong standing, as they have now swept the season series against the Pelicans, winning all three encounters, including previous matchups this season.
The Celtics entered this game with a home record of 55-26, while the Pelicans struggled with a 26-55 record. Boston's recent form has been impressive, boasting a 7-3 record in their last ten games, although they faced a setback in their most recent outing, losing to the New York Knicks 106-112. Despite this loss, the Celtics have averaged 115.0 points scored while allowing 106.9 points over their last ten games. At home, they have a strong record of 4-1 in their last five games, with an average of 122.8 points scored and 109.0 points allowed.
In contrast, the Pelicans have had a challenging season, reflected in their 2-8 record over their last ten games. They managed to snap a losing streak with a win against the Utah Jazz, scoring 156-137, but prior to that, they had lost eight consecutive games. Their scoring average in recent games has been 112.6 points, while they have allowed 119.7 points. On the road, their struggles are evident with a 0-5 record in their last five away games.
The Celtics' victory was supported by their home-court advantage at TD Garden, where they have performed well throughout the season. The Pelicans, on the other hand, have struggled significantly away from home. In terms of injuries, the Celtics had Jayson Tatum listed as day-to-day due to a knee issue, while the Pelicans had Micah Peavy and Bryce McGowens also marked as day-to-day, with Peavy resting and McGowens dealing with a toe injury.
The betting market reflected the Celtics' expected dominance, with DraftKings setting the spread at -18.5 in favor of Boston, indicating a strong belief in their ability to cover that margin. The total for the game was set at 227.5, with the over at -108 and the under at -112, suggesting a competitive scoring environment.
Conditions during the game were favorable for both teams, contributing to a high-scoring affair. Fans witnessed numerous scoring plays, including a series of successful free throws and impressive three-pointers in the fourth quarter, which helped the Celtics extend their lead significantly. Notable plays included a tip shot by Josh Oduro and a driving layup by Jeremiah Fears, showcasing the Pelicans' efforts to stay competitive, but ultimately falling short.
Overall, this game highlighted the Celtics' strength as they head into the latter part of the season, while the Pelicans continue to search for consistency as they navigate their challenging campaign.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BOS -18.5 | 227.5 o -108 / u -112 | New Orleans Pelicans +1100 · Boston Celtics -2100 |
Injury report
- Jayson TatumDay-To-DayKneeBoston Celtics
- Micah PeavyDay-To-DayRestNew Orleans Pelicans
- Bryce McGowensDay-To-DayToeNew Orleans Pelicans
Leaders
- PointsSam Hauser24Boston Celtics
- AssistsPayton Pritchard10Boston Celtics
- ReboundsNeemias Queta10Boston Celtics
- PointsJeremiah Fears36New Orleans Pelicans
- AssistsJeremiah Fears6New Orleans Pelicans
- ReboundsJosh Oduro12New Orleans Pelicans
Recent form
Boston Celtics
Last 10: 7-3Streak L1115 scored · 106.9 allowed per game4-1 at home
- L106-112at New York KnicksApr 9
- W113-102vs Charlotte HornetsApr 8
- W115-101vs Toronto RaptorsApr 5
- W133-101at Milwaukee BucksApr 4
- W147-129at Miami HeatApr 1
- L102-112at Atlanta HawksMar 30
- W114-99at Charlotte HornetsMar 29
- W109-102vs Atlanta HawksMar 27
- W119-109vs Oklahoma City ThunderMar 25
- L92-102vs Minnesota TimberwolvesMar 23
New Orleans Pelicans
Last 10: 2-8Streak W1112.6 scored · 119.7 allowed per game0-5 away
- W156-137vs Utah JazzApr 8
- L108-112vs Orlando MagicApr 5
- L113-117at Sacramento KingsApr 4
- L106-118at Portland Trail BlazersApr 3
- L102-134vs Houston RocketsMar 29
- L106-119at Toronto RaptorsMar 28
- L108-129at Detroit PistonsMar 26
- L116-121at New York KnicksMar 24
- L106-111vs Cleveland CavaliersMar 21
- W105-99vs LA ClippersMar 20
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio | - | 20 | L1 | .756 | 62 |
| Houston | 10 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| New Orleans | 36 | 56 | L2 | .317 | 26 |
| Dallas | 36 | 56 | W1 | .317 | 26 |
| Memphis | 37 | 57 | L8 | .305 | 25 |
| Boston | - | 26 | W2 | .683 | 56 |
| New York | 3 | 29 | L1 | .646 | 53 |
| Toronto | 10 | 36 | W1 | .561 | 46 |
| Philadelphia | 11 | 37 | W2 | .549 | 45 |
| Brooklyn | 36 | 62 | L3 | .244 | 20 |
Box score
| Stat | New Orleans Pelicans | Boston Celtics |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 44-96 | 52-96 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 9-32 | 29-59 |
| Three-point % | 28 | 49 |
| Free throws | 21-30 | 11-15 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 35 |
| Assists | 22 | 35 |
| Steals | 6 | 9 |
| Blocks | 3 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 18 | 26 |
| Points in the paint | 56 | 40 |
| Fouls | 19 | 26 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 41 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 1 | 96 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter74-112Baylor Scheierman makes 23-foot three point jumper (Nikola Vucevic assists)
- 3rd Quarter74-115Sam Hauser makes 26-foot running jump shot (Payton Pritchard assists)
- 3rd Quarter76-115Derik Queen makes 11-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter77-115Derik Queen makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter79-115Trey Alexander makes running layup (Derik Queen assists)
- 3rd Quarter79-116Nikola Vucevic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter81-116Jeremiah Fears makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter82-116Jeremiah Fears makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter85-116Jordan Hawkins makes 30-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Fears assists)
- 4th Quarter85-118Luka Garza makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter85-119Luka Garza makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter87-119Jordan Hawkins makes 13-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter90-119Trey Alexander makes 25-foot running jump shot (Jordan Hawkins assists)
- 4th Quarter90-122Payton Pritchard makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ron Harper Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter92-122Jeremiah Fears makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter94-122Jordan Hawkins makes 20-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter96-122Jordan Hawkins makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter96-124Luka Garza makes 12-foot hook shot (Payton Pritchard assists)
- 4th Quarter96-126Ron Harper Jr. makes running layup (Payton Pritchard assists)
- 4th Quarter97-126Derik Queen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter97-128Luka Garza makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter97-131Payton Pritchard makes 26-foot three point jumper (Baylor Scheierman assists)
- 4th Quarter97-133Baylor Scheierman makes two point shot (Payton Pritchard assists)
- 4th Quarter97-136Ron Harper Jr. makes 22-foot running jump shot (Hugo Gonzalez assists)
- 4th Quarter97-137Baylor Scheierman makes technical free throw
- 4th Quarter99-137Josh Oduro makes 9-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter101-137Josh Oduro makes 13-foot floating jump shot (Jeremiah Fears assists)
- 4th Quarter103-137Jeremiah Fears makes 6-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter105-137Jeremiah Fears makes running dunk
- 4th Quarter105-139Ron Harper Jr. makes 2-foot layup (Luka Garza assists)
- 4th Quarter108-139Jeremiah Fears makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jordan Hawkins assists)
- 4th Quarter110-139Jordan Hawkins makes 12-foot fade away jump shot (Jeremiah Fears assists)
- 4th Quarter112-139Josh Oduro makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter114-139Jeremiah Fears makes driving layup (Jordan Hawkins assists)
- 4th Quarter114-142Hugo Gonzalez makes 26-foot three pointer (Luka Garza assists)
- 4th Quarter115-142Jordan Hawkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-142Jordan Hawkins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-144Luka Garza makes 1-foot driving dunk
- 4th Quarter117-144Derik Queen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter118-144Derik Queen makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Boston Celtics, below favours New Orleans Pelicans.
Venue
- TD GardenBoston, MA
- Attendance19156
- OfficialsSean Wright, Dedric Taylor, Phenizee Ransom
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