Boston Celtics vs Phoenix Suns predictions, Mar 16, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

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On March 16, 2026, the Boston Celtics will host the Phoenix Suns in what promises to be an exciting NBA showdown. As of late, both teams are displaying strong performances, with the Celtics winning 3 of their last 5 matches and the Suns securing victories in 4 of their last 5 games.

The Celtics will look to capitalize on their home-court advantage, where their robust defensive setup and reliable perimeter shooting have been key to their recent success. Their ability to control the paint and execute plays will be essential against a Suns team that excels in fast transitions and offensive fluidity.

The Suns, meanwhile, arrive with momentum, showcasing a potent offense that thrives on ball movement and scoring versatility. Their recent form suggests a well-rounded team capable of exploiting defensive lapses, particularly from the three-point line.

With bookmakers favoring the Celtics at odds of 1.23, they are seen as the team more likely to claim victory. However, the Suns’ recent form and tactical strengths could provide them with the potential to disrupt the expected outcome. Tomorrow’s face-off is set to be a compelling contest, with no guaranteed results in sight.

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Boston
77.1%

Phoenix
22.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 112:102

Outrights of NBA Boston Celtics: 11.89% Phoenix Suns: 0.41%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.23		4.46
	1.25		3.95
	1.3		4.01
	1.22		4.2
	1.25		4.37

Latest Results

14.03.26 Boston Celtics – Washington Wizards – 111:100
12.03.26 Oklahoma City Thunder – Boston Celtics – 104:102
10.03.26 San Antonio Spurs – Boston Celtics – 125:116
08.03.26 Cleveland Cavaliers – Boston Celtics – 98:109
06.03.26 Boston Celtics – Dallas Mavericks – 120:100

13.03.26 Toronto Raptors – Phoenix Suns – 122:115
12.03.26 Indiana Pacers – Phoenix Suns – 108:123
10.03.26 Milwaukee Bucks – Phoenix Suns – 114:129
08.03.26 Phoenix Suns – Charlotte Hornets – 111:99
06.03.26 Phoenix Suns – New Orleans Pelicans – 118:116

Facts

Get ready for a battle between the top and the middle of the table (ranked 2 in the zone Promotion ~ NBA (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 7 in the zone Promotion ~ NBA (Promotion ~ Play Offs: )).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Boston won 5.

Recent performances by Boston have been up and down (last 5 games: 3 wins).

Phoenix is showing top-class performance now (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).

In this match, Boston is seen as the favorite.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Boston won 14 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 2226:2081. (average 111.3:104.1).

Including home matches between the teams, Boston won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 1151:1085. (average 115.1:108.5).

Latest Head To Head

24.02.26 Phoenix Suns – Boston Celtics – 81:97
04.04.25 Boston Celtics – Phoenix Suns – 123:103
26.03.25 Phoenix Suns – Boston Celtics – 102:132
14.03.24 Boston Celtics – Phoenix Suns – 127:112
09.03.24 Phoenix Suns – Boston Celtics – 107:117

Standings

Main

Western Conference

		Pl	W	L		PCT
1	Oklahoma City Thunder	68	53	15	8060:7324	0.779
2	San Antonio Spurs	67	49	18	7962:7490	0.731
3	Los Angeles Lakers	67	42	25	7805:7723	0.627
4	Houston Rockets	66	41	25	7533:7254	0.621
5	Denver Nuggets	68	41	27	8207:7933	0.603
6	Minnesota Timberwolves	68	41	27	8055:7831	0.603
7	Phoenix Suns	67	39	28	7540:7448	0.582
8	Los Angeles Clippers	67	34	33	7600:7543	0.507
9	Golden State Warriors	67	32	35	7712:7662	0.478
10	Portland Trail Blazers	68	32	36	7825:7995	0.471
11	Memphis Grizzlies	66	23	43	7637:7816	0.348
12	Dallas Mavericks	68	23	45	7697:8028	0.338
13	New Orleans Pelicans	68	22	46	7850:8149	0.324
14	Utah Jazz	67	20	47	7863:8377	0.299
15	Sacramento Kings	68	17	51	7531:8208	0.250

Eastern Conference

		Pl	W	L		PCT
1	Detroit Pistons	67	48	19	7854:7354	0.716
2	Boston Celtics	67	44	23	7654:7169	0.657
3	New York Knicks	69	44	25	8063:7632	0.638
4	Cleveland Cavaliers	68	41	27	8098:7811	0.603
5	Orlando Magic	66	38	28	7635:7528	0.576
6	Toronto Raptors	67	38	29	7613:7496	0.567
7	Miami Heat	68	38	30	8188:7929	0.559
8	Philadelphia 76ers	68	37	31	7858:7888	0.544
9	Atlanta Hawks	67	36	31	7888:7814	0.537
10	Charlotte Hornets	68	34	34	7855:7638	0.500
11	Milwaukee Bucks	67	28	39	7449:7779	0.418
12	Chicago Bulls	67	27	40	7755:8054	0.403
13	Brooklyn Nets	67	17	50	7152:7746	0.254
14	Washington Wizards	66	16	50	7435:8163	0.242
15	Indiana Pacers	68	15	53	7562:8154	0.221

NBA Outrights

1. Oklahoma City Thunder: 2.2 (37.84%)

2. San Antonio Spurs: 7 (11.89%)

3. Boston Celtics: 7 (11.89%)

4. Denver Nuggets: 9 (9.25%)

5. Cleveland Cavaliers: 11 (7.57%)

6. New York Knicks: 17 (4.9%)

7. Detroit Pistons: 17 (4.9%)

8. Minnesota Timberwolves: 34 (2.45%)

9. Houston Rockets: 34 (2.45%)

10. Los Angeles Lakers: 67 (1.24%)

11. Charlotte Hornets: 81 (1.03%)

12. Philadelphia 76ers: 101 (0.82%)

13. Orlando Magic: 151 (0.55%)

14. Golden State Warriors: 151 (0.55%)

15. Miami Heat: 151 (0.55%)

16. Toronto Raptors: 151 (0.55%)

17. Phoenix Suns: 201 (0.41%)

18. Los Angeles Clippers: 251 (0.33%)

19. Atlanta Hawks: 501 (0.17%)

20. Milwaukee Bucks: 501 (0.17%)

21. Portland Trail Blazers: 1001 (0.08%)

22. Utah Jazz: 1001 (0.08%)

23. Dallas Mavericks: 1001 (0.08%)

24. Chicago Bulls: 1001 (0.08%)

25. Memphis Grizzlies: 1001 (0.08%)

26. New Orleans Pelicans: 1001 (0.08%)

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