Pacers vs Celtics Prediction and NBA Tips - 27 December 2025
Last updated: Dec 27, 2025, 12:09AM | Published: Dec 26, 2025, 2:00PM
The Indiana Pacers will sqaure off with the favoured Boston Celtics in NBA action at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Saturday, commencing at 11:00am AEDT.
Led by star players Pascal Siakam, Bennedict Mathurin and Andrew Nembhard, the Pacers are looking to overcome a Celtics team that includes Jaylen Brown, Derrick White and Payton Pritchard.
This article features Stats Insider's free betting tips for the Pacers vs Celtics game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Saturday's Indiana vs Boston NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Celtics a 74% chance of beating the Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Pacers vs Celtics: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Saturday's NBA game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse are listed here:
- Head to Head: Pacers $3.65, Celtics $1.30
- Line: Pacers +8.5 ($1.91), Celtics -8.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 222 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 Pacers at $3.65 and the Celtics at $1.30.
The Pacers are 8.5-point underdogs against the Celtics, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Celtics (-8.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 222 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 (+8.5) are predicted to cover the line 54% of the time, while the 222-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Pacers vs Celtics: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Indiana at $3.65 with Bet365
- Line: Pacers +8.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 222 at $1.91 with Bet365
Stats Insider's Pacers vs Celtics predictions are based on detailed simulations and betting intelligence 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 because of the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.
Pacers vs Celtics: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pacers vs Celtics at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Saturday is the Celtics winning 114-107.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Indiana vs Boston game on Saturday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Pacers vs Celtics prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for the latest betting predictions before the Indiana vs Boston match-up.
As always, see our Best Bets to get the best tips on every NBA game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Pacers vs Celtics: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Pacers and Celtics at Gainbridge Fieldhouse is scheduled to tip off at 11:00am AEDT on Saturday.
- Teams: Indiana Pacers vs Boston Celtics
- Date: Saturday 27 December 2025
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Indiana vs Boston predictions have been made after running 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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