Celtics vs Pacers Prediction and NBA Tips - 2 November 2023
Last updated: Nov 1, 2023, 8:17PM | Published: Nov 1, 2023, 12:34AM
The Boston Celtics square off with the Indiana Pacers in NBA action at TD Garden on Thursday, beginning at 10:30am AEDT.
With the likes of Jayson Tatum, Kristaps Porzingis and Jaylen Brown, the Celtics are up against a Pacers line-up that includes Tyrese Haliburton, Myles Turner and Bennedict Mathurin.
Stats Insider's best betting tips for Celtics vs Pacers, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are featured in this article.
Who Will Win: Celtics vs Pacers
Based on advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated Thursday's Boston-Indiana NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Celtics a 79% chance of defeating the Pacers at TD Garden.
More: Celtics vs Pacers Match Centre
Celtics vs Pacers: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at TD Garden are listed below:
- Head to Head: Celtics $1.17, Pacers $5.50
- Line: Celtics -11.5 ($1.91), Pacers +11.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 235 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, bet365 currently has the Celtics at $1.17 and the Pacers at $5.50.
The Celtics are listed as 11.5-point favourites against the Pacers, with odds of $1.91 currently on offer at PointsBet.
For the underdog Pacers (+11.5) to cover the line, PointsBet currently has odds of $1.91.
The Over/Under for Celtics vs Pacers sits at 235 with PointsBet, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.91 and odds for the Under at $1.91.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Pacers (+11.5) have a 54% chance of covering the line, while the Over/Under total of 235 points has a 52% chance of staying Under.
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Celtics vs Pacers: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Indiana at $5.50 with bet365 (2.4% edge)
- Line: Pacers +11.5 at $1.91 with PointsBet (54% probability)
- Total Points: Under 235 at $1.91 with PointsBet (52% probability)
Today's Celtics vs Pacers betting tips are based on complex simulations and betting experience to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Celtics have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pacers to win is our recommended option due to the 2.4% edge identified when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges published here at Stats Insider is pivotal to being profitable in the long run.
Celtics vs Pacers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Celtics vs Pacers at TD Garden on Thursday has the Celtics prevailing 121-111.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
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Stats Insider has full betting coverage of Boston vs Indiana on Thursday, including pre-game predictions, expert tips, and live scores.
Celtics vs Pacers: Player Props
Player props are an exciting way to bet on Celtics vs Pacers without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to predict how each team's leading players will perform at TD Garden.
Jayson Tatum is expected to lead the way for the Celtics with 29 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists, while Tyrese Haliburton is projected to have 21 points, 3 rebounds and 11 assists for the Pacers.
Celtics Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jayson Tatum | 29 | 10 | 5 |
| Kristaps Porzingis | 29 | 8 | 3 |
| Jaylen Brown | 25 | 6 | 4 |
| Jrue Holiday | 21 | 5 | 8 |
| Derrick White | 18 | 4 | 5 |
Pacers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyrese Haliburton | 21 | 3 | 11 |
| Myles Turner | 17 | 6 | 1 |
| Bennedict Mathurin | 16 | 4 | 1 |
| Bruce Brown | 15 | 5 | 3 |
| Aaron Nesmith | 11 | 4 | 1 |
Remember, our model updates regularly, so refresh this page for the latest betting analysis before the Boston vs Indiana match-up at TD Garden.
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Celtics vs Pacers: Preview
The NBA game between the Celtics and Pacers at TD Garden is scheduled to tip off at 10:30am AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: Boston Celtics vs Indiana Pacers
- Date: Thursday 2 November 2023
- Time: 10:30am AEDT
- Venue: TD Garden
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise noted.
Our predictions for Boston vs Indiana are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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