Celtics vs Pacers Prediction and NBA Tips - 24 May 2024
Last updated: May 24, 2024, 12:07AM | Published: May 22, 2024, 7:32AM
The Boston Celtics will play the Indiana Pacers in Game 2 of the 2024 NBA Western Conference Finals at TD Garden on Friday, starting at 10:00am AEST.
Led by the likes of Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and Derrick White, the Celtics are aiming to beat a Pacers team that includes Pascal Siakam, Myles Turner and Tyrese Haliburton.
Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Celtics vs Pacers game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed in this article.
Who Will Win: Celtics vs Pacers
Based on detailed computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Friday's Boston-Indiana NBA Playoffs match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Celtics a 78% chance of defeating the Pacers at TD Garden.
More: Celtics vs Pacers Game 2 Match Centre
Celtics vs Pacers: Game 2 Odds
The latest Betfair betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at TD Garden are listed below:
- Head to Head: Celtics $1.28, Pacers $4.40
- Line: Celtics -9 ($1.99), Pacers +9 ($2.00)
- Total (Over/Under 225.5 Points): Over $1.98, Under $1.95
Odds via Betfair are correct at time of publishing and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Betfair currently has the Celtics at $1.28 and the Pacers at $4.40.
The Celtics are listed as 9-point favourites against the Pacers, with odds of $1.99 currently available at Betfair.
For the underdog Pacers (+9) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $2.00.
The Over/Under for total points scored has been set at 225.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.98 and odds for the Under at $1.95.
According to Stats Insider's model, the bookies have got it right and both the Celtics and the Pacers have a 50% chance of covering the line.
The Over/Under total of 225.5 points has a 51% chance of staying Under.
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Celtics vs Pacers: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Indiana at $4.40 with Betfair (0.1% edge)
- Line: Celtics -9 at $1.99 with Betfair (50% probability)
- Total Points: Under 225.5 at $1.95 with Betfair (51% probability)
These Celtics vs Pacers betting tips are based on world-class modelling and gambling experience to bring you the best possible advice around the clock.
While the Celtics have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pacers to win is our preferred option because of the edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Making use of the edges published here at Stats Insider is pivotal to being a profitable bettor in the long run.
Celtics vs Pacers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Celtics vs Pacers in Game 2 of the 2024 NBA Western Conference Finals on Friday has the Celtics winning 116-107.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full betting coverage of Boston vs Indiana on Friday, including pre-game predictions, top betting tips, and live win probabilities.
Celtics vs Pacers: Player Props
Betting on Celtics vs Pacers player props? Stats Insider uses the best data available to project individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Jayson Tatum is expected to lead the Celtics with 32 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists, while Pascal Siakam is projected to finish with 22 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the Pacers.
Celtics Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jayson Tatum | 32 | 10 | 7 |
| Jaylen Brown | 29 | 7 | 4 |
| Derrick White | 18 | 5 | 5 |
| Jrue Holiday | 14 | 5 | 4 |
| Payton Pritchard | 12 | 3 | 4 |
Pacers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pascal Siakam | 22 | 8 | 4 |
| Myles Turner | 21 | 7 | 2 |
| Tyrese Haliburton | 19 | 4 | 10 |
| T.J. McConnell | 14 | 3 | 6 |
| Andrew Nembhard | 11 | 3 | 4 |
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for the latest betting tips before the Boston vs Indiana match-up at TD Garden.
As always, check out our Best Bets for the best tips on every NBA game, as well as a host of other sports that we offer predictions on.
Celtics vs Pacers: Preview
The NBA match-up between the Celtics and Pacers in the NBA Western Conference Finals is scheduled to commence at 10:00am AEST on Friday.
- Teams: Boston Celtics vs Indiana Pacers
- Date: Friday 24 May 2024
- Time: 10:00am AEST
- Venue: TD Garden
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) unless otherwise noted.
Our Boston vs Indiana predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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