Boston Celtics at Indiana Pacers odds, picks and predictions
The Boston Celtics (15-4) take on the Indiana Pacers (10-8) in the quarterfinals of the NBA In-Season Tournament on Monday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's lines around the Celtics vs. Pacers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: Boston leads 1-0
The Celtics fell short of covering as 11.5-point home favorites, and the Over (218.5) connected, in their 125-119 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday. Boston is on a 3-game winning streak, and it went 3-1 with a plus-27 point differential in the group stage of the in-season tournament.
The Pacers cruised to a 144-129 win against the Miami Heat on Saturday to cover as 4.5-point road underdogs, and the Over (237.5) easily cleared. Indiana was among the 4 teams that went a perfect 4-0 in the group stage, with a point differential of 39 points.
Celtics at Pacers odds
Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access Paste BN Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:26 a.m. ET.
- Moneyline (ML): Celtics -225 (bet $225 to win $100) | Pacers +180 (bet $100 to win $180)
- Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -5.5 (-110) | Pacers +5.5 (-110)
- Over/Under (O/U): 242.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)
Celtics at Pacers key injuries
Celtics
- C Kristaps Porzingis (calf) out
Pacers
- G Tyrese Haliburton (upper respiratory infection) questionable
- F Obi Toppin (ankle) questionable
For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.
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Celtics at Pacers picks and predictions
Prediction
Celtics 128, Pacers 116
Moneyline
While the Celtics (-225) are favored to win on Monday, I'll PASS on taking their moneyline. Backing a team at -225 odds isn't worth the risk considering the minimal profit you'll receive if they win.
Against the spread
CELTICS -5.5 (-110) is the ideal wager in this contest as there's a chance Haliburton is inactive for the Pacers. Even if Haliburton suits up, he won't be at full strength, and Boston is the superior team despite not having Porzingis available.
If Haliburton is ruled out, it should be noted that he missed the 1st meeting this season, and the Celtics secured a 155-104 win.
Over/Under
BET OVER 242.5 (-110).
One of the best bets early this season has been taking the Over in any game involving the Pacers. Indiana plays at the fastest pace in the league and owns the 2nd-worst defensive rating.
The Pacers are 16-2 to the Over this season, while the Over is 7-3 in the last 10 meetings overall.
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