The Indiana Pacers (27-21) take on the Boston Celtics'(36-11) Tuesday with tip-off from TD Garden set for 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pacers vs. Celtics odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: Tied 2-2
The Pacers have rattled off 3 wins in a row after failing to cover as 7-point favorites 116-110 against the Memphis Grizzlies Sunday. G Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) has been out since Jan. 19, but he’s expected back for this game. The Pacers’ 2 wins against Boston have been at home, and they were blown out in Boston early in the season.
The Celtics are on a back-to-back after defeating the New Orleans Pelicans 118-112 Monday. They failed to cover as 8-point favorites. C Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) has been out since spraining his ankle Thursday. He’s questionable, but I’d be surprised if he suited up. The Celtics have won 4 of 5 with him out.