Celtics vs Pacers Prediction and NBA Tips - 30 December 2024
Last updated: Dec 29, 2024, 11:09PM | Published: Dec 29, 2024, 1:10AM
The Boston Celtics will take on the Indiana Pacers in NBA action at TD Garden on Monday, commencing at 10:00am AEDT.
With the likes of Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and Payton Pritchard, the Celtics are aiming to beat a Pacers line-up that includes Tyrese Haliburton, Pascal Siakam and Bennedict Mathurin.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Celtics vs Pacers game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Monday's Boston vs Indiana NBA game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Celtics a 79% chance of beating the Pacers at TD Garden.
Celtics vs Pacers: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Monday's NBA game at TD Garden are shown here:
- Head to Head: Celtics $1.17, Pacers $5.25
- Line: Celtics -10.5 ($1.91), Pacers +10.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 232 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, the bookmakers currently have the Celtics at $1.17 and the Pacers at $5.25.
The Celtics are 10.5-point favourites against the Pacers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Pacers (+10.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 232 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Pacers (+10.5) are predicted to cover the line 54% of the time, while the 232-point over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Celtics vs Pacers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Indiana at $5.25 with Bet365
- Line: Pacers +10.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 232 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Celtics vs Pacers best bets are based on complex modelling and betting expertise to give 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 due to the 2.4% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges seen on Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term profitability.
Celtics vs Pacers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Celtics vs Pacers at TD Garden on Monday is the Celtics winning 120-110.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Boston vs Indiana game on Monday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
Celtics vs Pacers: Player Props
Looking for Indiana vs Boston player props? Stats Insider uses the best data available to predict key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds and assists.
Jayson Tatum is expected to lead the Celtics with 27 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists, while Tyrese Haliburton is projected to finish with 19 points, 4 rebounds and 8 assists for the Pacers.
Celtics Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jayson Tatum | 27 | 9 | 6 |
| Jaylen Brown | 25 | 6 | 4 |
| Payton Pritchard | 16 | 4 | 4 |
| Derrick White | 16 | 4 | 4 |
| Sam Hauser | 10 | 4 | 1 |
Pacers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyrese Haliburton | 19 | 4 | 8 |
| Pascal Siakam | 19 | 7 | 3 |
| Bennedict Mathurin | 18 | 6 | 2 |
| Myles Turner | 16 | 7 | 2 |
| Andrew Nembhard | 13 | 3 | 5 |
Remember, our model updates frequently, so bookmark this article for the latest betting tips before the Boston vs Indiana match-up.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets for betting tips for every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Celtics vs Pacers: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Celtics and Pacers at TD Garden is scheduled to tip off at 10:00am AEDT on Monday.
- Teams: Boston Celtics vs Indiana Pacers
- Date: Monday 30 December 2024
- Time: 10:00am AEDT
- Venue: TD Garden
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Boston vs Indiana predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics 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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