The Boston Celtics are ready to host the Indiana Pacers to open a highly anticipated NBA game on December 27, 2024, at 7:30 pm ET/4:30 pm PT.
As of now, the Boston Celtics are 22-8 and in second place in the East. The Indiana Pacers, on the other hand, are 15-16 and in eighth place in the East.
The Celtics are fourth in the league with an outstanding 118.9 points each game, showing their offensive prowess. Their field goal success rate of 45.6%, which ranks them 20th, however, shows that they could improve how well they use their shots.
At the same time, the Pacers score 114.7 points per game, which qualifies them for 11th place. They also shoot very well, achieving a 48.9 percent field goal rate, which is favorable for 4th place and shows a balanced and accurate attacking approach.
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Boston Celtics vs Indiana Pacers: Date and tip-off time
The Boston Celtics will square off against the Indiana Pacers in an exciting NBA action on Friday, December 27, 2024, at 7:30 pm ET/4:30 pm PT, at TD Garden, in Boston, Massachusetts.
| Date | Friday, December 27, 2024 |
| Tip-off Time | 7:30 pm ET/4:30 pm PT |
| Venue | TD Garden |
| Location | Boston, Massachusetts |
How to watch Boston Celtics vs Indiana Pacers on TV & stream live online
Fans in the USA can catch all the action between the Boston Celtics and the Indiana Pacers live on:
- TV channel: NBA TV
- Streaming service: Fubo
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Boston Celtics team news
Jayson Tatum scores a remarkable 29.0 points per game and makes 46.6% of his field goals and 80.5% of his free throws.
Luke Kornet blocks 1.04 shots per game.
Boston Celtics Injuries
| Player | Injury | Injury status |
|---|---|---|
| PG, Jrue Holiday | Shoulder injury | Day-to-Day |
| PF, Kristaps Porzingis | Ankle injury | Day-to-Day |
Indiana Pacers team news
Pascal Siakam averages 20.1 points per game and makes 52.3% of his field goals and 77.9% of his free throws.
Myles Turner grabs 7.2 rebounds per game, with 5.9 rebounds for defense and 1.3 rebounds for offense.
Tyrese Haliburton directs the offense successfully by dishing out 8.7 assists per game and keeping the ball in action by turning it over just 1.9 times in 35.3 minutes.
Indiana Pacers Injuries
| Player | Injury | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|
| SF, Aaron Nesmith | Ankle injury | Out |
| PF, Isaiah Jackson | Calf injury | Out for Season |
Boston Celtics and Indiana Pacers head-to-head record
The last five games between the Celtics and the Pacers have been very close. The Celtics have won four of those five games. The most recent game, which the Pacers won 135–132 on October 31, 2024, was one of the highest-scoring ones. In their earlier playoff series wins this year, the Celtics showed how tough they are by regularly beating the Pacers during close games, like a 105-102 win on May 28. Because Indiana can score quickly and keep up with the Celtics in fast-paced games, this game could come down to how well both teams execute in crucial situations. The Celtics may have an advantage because they can score more points and have been more successful in the past, but the Pacers' good shooting might keep this game close until the end.
| Date | Results |
|---|---|
| Oct 31, 2024 | Pacers 135-132 Celtics |
| May 28, 2024 | Celtics 105-102 Pacers |
| May 26, 2024 | Celtics 114-111 Pacers |
| May 24, 2024 | Celtics 126-110 Pacers |
| May 22, 2024 | Celtics 133-128 Pacers |