Final Score: Celtics 78 - Pelicans 97
Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at 7:00 PM ET

Celtics @ Pelicans

NBA model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Celtics
0-2 Rating 1615
Form: WLLLL
Model Probability
48%
52%
Projected margin: New Orleans Pelicans +1.3
Pelicans
1-0 Rating 1508
Form: LWLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Celtics Pelicans
All-time wins 12 10
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average points 93.4 89.3
Last meeting 89 85

Key Season Stats

Stat Celtics Pelicans
Games played 2 1
Avg points scored 105.5 85.0
Avg points conceded 110.5 84.0
Win percentage 0% 100%
Away win % / Home win % 0% -