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The Indiana Pacers (15-16) are heavy underdogs (by 12 points) to extend a five-game road winning streak when they visit the Boston Celtics (22-8) on Friday, December 27, 2024 at 7:30 PM ET.
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Celtics vs. Pacers Predictions for Friday
Our computer projections model for this contest expects a final score of Celtics 121, Pacers 109.
- Moneyline Pick: Celtics (-671)
- Total Pick: Under 230.5 (computer predicts 229.8 points)
- Pick ATS: Pacers (+12)
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Recent Celtics vs. Pacers Matchups
| Date | Favorite | Spread | Total | Favorite Moneyline | Underdog Moneyline | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2024 | Celtics | -7 | 235.5 | -274 | +221 | 135-132 IND |
| 5/27/2024 | Celtics | -7.5 | 222.5 | -286 | +232 | 105-102 BOS |
| 5/25/2024 | Celtics | -7 | 221.5 | -292 | +235 | 114-111 BOS |
| 5/23/2024 | Celtics | -8.5 | 225.5 | -385 | +303 | 126-110 BOS |
| 5/21/2024 | Celtics | -9.5 | 223.5 | -433 | +332 | 133-128 BOS |
| 1/30/2024 | Celtics | -8 | 248.5 | -339 | +270 | 129-124 BOS |
| 1/8/2024 | Celtics | -3 | 247 | -155 | +131 | 133-131 IND |
| 1/6/2024 | Celtics | -7 | 249.5 | -267 | +218 | 118-101 BOS |
| 12/4/2023 | Celtics | -4.5 | 245 | -192 | +162 | 122-112 IND |
| 11/1/2023 | Celtics | -13 | 233.5 | -800 | +554 | 155-104 BOS |
Celtics 2024-25 Betting Trends
- So far this season, Boston has put together an 11-19-0 record against the spread.
- The Celtics have a 2-9 record against the spread when favored by 12 points or more this season.
- A total of 13 of Boston's 31 games with a set total have hit the over (41.9%).
- This season, the Celtics have won 22 out of the 29 games, or 75.9%, in which they've been favored.
- Boston has a record of 8-2, a 80% win rate, when it's favored by -671 or more by oddsmakers this season.
Pacers 2024-25 Betting Trends
- Indiana has gone 13-17-1 ATS this year.
- A total of 19 of Indiana's 31 games with a set total have hit the over (61.3%).
- The Pacers have won 50% of the games this season they were the underdog on the moneyline (7-7).
- Indiana has yet to play as a moneyline underdog of +483 or longer.
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Celtics vs. Pacers Injury Report
Celtics
Celtics:
Jrue Holiday: Questionable (Shoulder),
Kristaps Porzingis: Questionable (Ankle)
Pacers
Pacers:
Aaron Nesmith: Out (Ankle),
Isaiah Jackson: Out For Season (Calf),
James Wiseman: Out For Season (Calf)
Celtics vs. Pacers Game Time and TV Channel
- Game day: Friday, December 27, 2024
- Game time: 7:30 PM ET
- TV channel: NBA TV, NBCS-BOS, and FDSIN
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts
- Arena: TD Garden
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