Indiana Pacers – Boston Celtics: fireworks expected in the East
On paper it’s lopsided. The Celtics roll in as serious contenders in the East, while the Pacers sit at the bottom of the standings. Still, Rick Carlisle’s men have recent momentum and nothing to lose. They could turn this into an open, high-scoring spectacle — perfect if you like points and chaos.
Indiana Pacers: three wins in a row? 
Indiana’s season is a mess, with the worst record in the Eastern Conference (8-31). Even so, the Pacers just notched two straight wins, over Charlotte (114-112) and Miami (123-99). Those results have injected a bit of momentum into a group that has nothing to lose.
Offensively, Indiana has shown some interesting signs, especially from deep. Against the Heat their outside shooting was there (17/40 from range) — proof this roster can catch fire when it plays with confidence. At home, with the crowd behind them, the Pacers can crank up the tempo, take quick shots and drag opponents into a loose, run-and-gun kind of game.
The real problem remains the defense. Allowing 119,0 points on average, the Pacers are among the league’s worst in that department. Against a disciplined, efficient Boston side, the slightest lapse will be punished — especially if the game turns into a track meet.
Boston Celtics: set the pace 
The Celtics keep chipping away near the top of the East. They dropped games to the Spurs (95-100) and Nuggets (110-114), but remain a collective standard — ready to punish any weakness. Their recent win over Toronto shows they can ratchet up offensively when needed.
Boston’s real edge is the perimeter. They fire a huge volume of threes and generally hit at a reliable clip, constantly stretching defenses. Limiting turnovers lets them turn most possessions into crafted looks rather than scrambles.
Jaylen Brown and Derrick White are the engines here, able to burn defenses over long stretches. Against a permissive outfit like Indiana, the Celtics should find space quickly and impose a high tempo, even on the road.
NBA Prediction Indiana Pacers vs Boston Celtics
Over 224,5 points
Boston clearly has the collective advantage and should win. Still, everything points to an offensive game. Even without Tyrese Haliburton, Indiana plays fast, attacks without restraint and has nothing to lose. The Celtics thrive when an open game turns into an offensive clinic. With the pace pushed by the Pacers and local defensive holes, possessions should come quick. Boston has the firepower to trade blows and send the total climbing.
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