Indiana Pacers vs Boston Celtics: Preview, Projected Starting Lineups, and Wagering Insights | January 30, 2024

The Indiana Pacers are set to face the Boston Celtics for the fifth and final encounter this season on Tuesday. In their last meeting, the Pacers secured a 133-131 victory, even without the presence of Tyrese Haliburton. The All-Star guard, sidelined for the past five games due to a hamstring injury, may make a return against the Pacers’ rivals.

Boston, in the midst of a season-high six-game homestand, rebounded from consecutive losses at TD Garden with a comeback 118-112 win over the New Orleans Pelicans less than 24 hours ago. Despite the quick turnaround, they are geared up to aim for victory in the season series against Indiana.

The Pacers, victorious in their last three games with Haliburton observing from the sidelines, showcase the impact of Pascal Siakam, acquired from the Toronto Raptors. The team is poised to become even more formidable when Siakam collaborates with the NBA’s assist leader this season.

The game will take place at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts, where the Celtics boast a remarkable 21-2 home record, the best in the NBA. The nationally televised match on ABC at 7:30 p.m. ET will also be covered by local networks such as NBC Sports Boston.

Betting Odds:
– Moneyline: Pacers (+225) vs. Celtics (-275)
– Spread: Pacers (+7.0) vs. Celtics (-7.0)
– Total (O/U): Pacers (Over 241.5 -110) vs. Celtics (Under 241.5 -110)

In a preview of the game, Pascal Siakam and Tyrese Haliburton, having played together only once since Siakam’s acquisition, aim to lead the Pacers to success. Despite a previous loss to the Portland Trail Blazers on Jan. 19, Siakam has seamlessly adapted to Rick Carlisle’s system and is currently delivering his best performance of the season. The potential partnership of Siakam and Haliburton, if the latter is available, is anticipated to be a formidable force guiding the Pacers past the Celtics.