Indiana Pacers vs Boston Celtics Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/22

The Boston Celtics will host the Indiana Pacers at TD Garden on Monday, December 22, 2025, at 7:30 PM. The Celtics come into this game with a record of 17-11. They have won their last two games. The Pacers have a record of 6-22 and have lost their last four games. The game will be broadcast on NBCS.

Rick Carlisle leads the Pacers as they look to improve their performance in the Eastern Conference. The team has struggled on the road, with a 1-12 record. On the other side, the Celtics, coached by Joe Mazzulla, are third in the Eastern Conference. They have a strong home record of 9-5. Both teams will aim to make a statement in this early-season game.

Pacers vs Celtics Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Indiana Pacers vs. Boston Celtics
  • Venue: TD Garden
  • Date: Monday, December 22, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Pacers +10.0 (-110), Celtics -10.0 (-111)

Indiana Pacers Team Preview

The Indiana Pacers are coming off a tough stretch of games, losing their last three. Their most recent game ended with a 128-109 defeat against the New Orleans Pelicans. Despite the loss, Pascal Siakam stood out with 22 points, but it wasn’t enough to secure a win.

Offensively, the Pacers have struggled this season, ranking 29th in points per game. They also have the lowest field goal percentage in the league at 43.1%. On defense, they allow 118.5 points per game, which ranks 22nd, and have trouble with defensive rebounds.

Pascal Siakam is leading the team in scoring with 23.8 points per game. Bennedict Mathurin and Andrew Nembhard also contribute with 18.9 and 17.4 points per game, respectively. However, injuries are impacting the team, with key players like Tyrese Haliburton out for the season.

Boston Celtics Team Preview

The Boston Celtics have been on a roll, winning two of their last three games. They defeated the Toronto Raptors 112-96, with Payton Pritchard leading the team by scoring 33 points. In their previous game against the Miami Heat, they won 129-116, with Derrick White scoring 33 points.

The Celtics rank 17th in points per game this season, averaging 116.5 points. They are strong from beyond the arc, making 15.7 three-pointers per game, which is 2nd in the league. Their defense is solid, allowing only 110.5 points per game, ranking them 2nd in the NBA.

Jaylen Brown is the top scorer for the Celtics, averaging 29.3 points per game. Derrick White contributes with 18.2 points and 5.1 assists per game. Payton Pritchard adds 17.0 points per game, showing the depth of the Celtics’ lineup.

BTB Betting Pick

The Celtics are favored by 10 points against the Pacers. The Celtics have strong defense, allowing only 110.5 points per game. The Pacers struggle offensively, ranking 29th with 110.2 points per game. Based on these stats, the Celtics should cover the spread of -10.0.

The total for the game is set at 225. The Celtics score 116.5 points per game, while the Pacers allow 118.5 points per game. This suggests a combined score around 235. The over is a good pick considering these numbers.