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Boston Celtics vs Indiana Pacers Predictions

January 21 07:30 PM (Final)
NBCS TD Garden
Indiana Pacers
 104 119
Boston Celtics
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MATCHUP PREVIEW

The Celtics and Pacers have a long-standing rivalry that stems from their contrasting identities. Boston is known for its rich history and defensive prowess, while Indiana has often focused on disciplined play and team-oriented offense. Historically, the Celtics have dominated the all-time record against the Pacers, leveraging their depth and experience in crucial moments. When these two teams face off, expect a clash of styles. The Celtics typically bring a tenacious defensive approach, aiming to stifle Indiana’s offensive flow. The Pacers, on the other hand, have often relied on ball movement and shooting, trying to exploit any gaps in the Celtics’ defense. Over the years, Boston has shown an ability to control the pace, often dictating the tempo of the game. Home court advantage plays a role in this matchup, with the Pacers benefiting from the familiarity of their arena. However, Boston’s historical success in Indiana suggests they can handle the pressure. Betting trends indicate that when these teams meet, the Celtics’ strong head-to-head stats often make them a favored pick, especially given their track record in tight games. Overall, understanding these historical dynamics can provide valuable context for bettors looking at the Celtics vs Pacers history.
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Indiana Pacers
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+10.5
Boston Celtics
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-10.5
Final Score
104
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119
Confidence Level: 79%

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Indiana Pacers
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Boston Celtics
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104
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119
Confidence Level: 82.1%

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BOSTON CELTICS VS INDIANA PACERS MONEYLINE

When the Celtics face off against the Pacers, itโ€™s a clash of styles that often plays out in the betting lines. Boston leans on its defensive prowess and disciplined execution, while Indiana typically tries to push the pace and spread the floor. Historically, the Celtics have had the edge in their all-time record, but games in Indiana can tighten up, making the home court a significant factor in how those lines move.See Game Picks

BOSTON CELTICS VS INDIANA PACERS POINT SPREAD

When the Celtics head to Indiana, you’re looking at a clash of styles that often plays into the spread. Boston’s disciplined, defensive approach tends to stifle the Pacers’ more fluid offensive game, especially in Indiana where the home crowd can sway things. Historically, the Celtics have had the upper hand in this matchup, which often reflects in the lines, making it crucial to watch how the spread shifts as the game approaches, especially given the Pacers’ tendency to underperform against elite defenses.See Game Picks

BOSTON CELTICS VS INDIANA PACERS OVER/UNDER

When the Celtics face the Pacers, youโ€™re looking at a matchup that often skews towards the under. Bostonโ€™s defensive identity usually keeps the pace slower, especially on the road, while Indiana has historically struggled to consistently score against tough defenses. The rivalry has seen its share of low-scoring battles, particularly when both teams are familiar with each other’s schemes, which tends to tighten the game and drive those totals down.See Game Picks

TRENDS

IND Logo  IND BOS Logo  BOS
18-62
All
55-26
11-29
Home
30-11
7-33
Away
25-15
4-9
as Fav
44-15
14-53
as Dog
11-11
38-42
ATS
49-31
23-17
ATS Home
23-18
15-25
ATS Away
26-13
40-40
O/U
29-51
20-20
O/U Home
15-26
20-20
O/U Away
14-25
RESULT
LOSE 133-121
OPPONENT
Pistons logo DET Detroit Pistons
DATE
04/12
SPREAD
+12.0
O/U
o228.5
RESULT
LOSE 105-94
OPPONENT
76ers logo PHI Philadelphia 76ers
DATE
04/10
SPREAD
+14.5
O/U
u234.5
RESULT
WIN 123-94
OPPONENT
Nets logo BKN Brooklyn Nets
DATE
04/09
SPREAD
-2.5
O/U
u224.0
RESULT
LOSE 124-104
OPPONENT
Timberwolves logo MIN Minnesota Timberwolves
DATE
04/07
SPREAD
+12.5
O/U
u229.5
RESULT
LOSE 108-117
OPPONENT
Cavaliers logo CLE Cleveland Cavaliers
DATE
04/05
SPREAD
+17.5
O/U
u237.5
RESULT
LOSE 109-100
OPPONENT
76ers logo PHI Philadelphia 76ers
DATE
05/02
SPREAD
-7.5
O/U
o206.5
RESULT
LOSE 93-106
OPPONENT
76ers logo PHI Philadelphia 76ers
DATE
04/30
SPREAD
-5.5
O/U
u213.0
RESULT
LOSE 113-97
OPPONENT
76ers logo PHI Philadelphia 76ers
DATE
04/28
SPREAD
-11.5
O/U
u215.5
RESULT
WIN 128-96
OPPONENT
76ers logo PHI Philadelphia 76ers
DATE
04/26
SPREAD
-7.5
O/U
o213.5
RESULT
WIN 108-100
OPPONENT
76ers logo PHI Philadelphia 76ers
DATE
04/24
SPREAD
-7.5
O/U
u216.0
WHO WON
Celtics logo BOS
RESULT
104-155
DATE
11/01
WHO WON
Pacers logo IND
RESULT
112-122
DATE
12/04
WHO WON
Celtics logo BOS
RESULT
118-101
DATE
01/06
WHO WON
Pacers logo IND
RESULT
131-133
DATE
01/08
WHO WON
Celtics logo BOS
RESULT
124-129
DATE
01/30

BOX SCORE: NBA TEAM STATS & PLAYER STATS

IND Logo IND BOS Logo BOS
104.00
Points per Game
119.00
45.80
Field Goal Percentage
46.70
53.30
2-Point Field Goal Percentage
55.50
35.60
3-Point Field Goal Percentage
36.70
77.60
Free Throw Percentage
80.70
13.00
Offensive Rebounds
14.00
29.00
Defensive Rebounds
40.00
31.00
Assists per Game
24.00
2.00
Blocked Shots
6.00
13.00
Turnovers
14.00
STARTERS
FG%
PPG
RPG
APG
G. Mathews SG
40.40
5.20
1.13
0.67
M. Morris PG
35.00
3.00
1.17
1.50
A. Nembhard PG
44.20
9.00
4.00
9.00
T. McConnell PG
53.80
4.00
3.00
3.00
Q. Jackson SG
47.00
3.00
0.00
0.00
K. Jones PG
40.20
0.00
1.00
2.00
D. Wright PG
0.00
2.00
0.00
0.00
T. Haliburton PG
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
T. Peter SG
38.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
E. Thompson SG
37.80
0.00
0.00
0.00
K. Brown PF
46.90
5.79
3.03
1.31
J. Slawson PF
44.20
7.31
4.38
2.77
C. Martin SF
20.00
1.75
3.50
0.50
P. Siakam PF
48.40
32.00
10.00
4.00
J. Walker PF
41.90
19.00
3.00
2.00
A. Nesmith PF
41.40
6.00
3.00
4.00
J. Furphy SF
47.00
10.00
8.00
2.00
B. Sheppard SF
43.40
8.00
0.00
2.00
J. Johnson PF
60.00
1.40
0.20
0.40
M. Potter PF
51.50
9.00
2.00
1.00
O. Toppin PF
50.30
0.00
0.00
0.00
G. McGlothan PF
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
I. Zubac C
59.80
14.10
10.60
2.19
J. Wiseman C
60.00
3.25
2.00
0.75
J. Huff C
47.60
2.00
3.00
1.00

INJURY REPORT

NAME
POS
STATUS
INJURY
NOTES
Johnny Furphy
POS
SF
STATUS
Out
INJURY
Knee
Notes
Furphy is recovering from a right knee torn ACL and is expected to miss the start of the 2026-27 season.
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STARTERS
FG%
PPG
RPG
APG
J. Tonje SG
28.60
2.50
1.00
0.33
J. Brown SG
45.50
30.00
10.00
5.00
P. Pritchard PG
42.40
10.00
5.00
8.00
D. White SG
32.10
13.00
5.00
5.00
K. Brown SG
75.00
2.33
1.00
0.67
B. Scheierman SG
42.30
5.00
2.00
1.00
D. Banton PG
100.00
1.00
0.00
0.00
M. Shulga SG
50.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
M. Norris PF
22.20
2.33
3.00
0.00
S. Hauser SF
41.30
17.00
6.00
3.00
J. Bridges SF
27.30
2.33
1.33
0.67
J. Walsh SF
21.10
3.00
5.00
0.00
H. Gonzรกlez SF
0.00
5.00
2.00
0.00
R. Luis Jr. SF
75.00
2.00
0.67
0.00
R. Harper Jr. SF
44.40
2.00
0.00
0.00
C. Boucher PF
32.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
J. Tatum SF
47.50
0.00
0.00
0.00
N. Vuฤeviฤ‡ C
37.80
6.17
4.33
2.33
N. Queta C
73.50
17.00
9.00
0.00
L. Garza C
50.00
8.00
6.00
0.00
A. Williams C
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00

INJURY REPORT

NAME
POS
STATUS
INJURY
NOTES
Chris Boucher
POS
PF
STATUS
Questionable
INJURY
Personal
Notes
Boucher is dealing with a personal matter and is uncertain to take the court for the Celtics.
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