Boston Celtics at Indiana Pacers
Jan 12, 2026
Indiana Pacers Edge Boston Celtics 98-96 in Tight Contest
Game Summary
The Indiana Pacers secured a narrow victory against the Boston Celtics, finishing the game 98-96. While the Pacers operated effectively on offense, connecting on 43.2% of their three-point attempts, the Celtics struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 25.7% of their attempts. Despite a commendable effort from the Celtics, particularly in forcing turnovers, their 12 turnovers proved costly in a closely contested matchup.
Top Performers
Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with a strong performance, scoring 21 points and grabbing 8 rebounds, while also contributing 6 assists. Jay Huff added a significant 20 points, including 4 three-pointers, highlighting the Pacers' effectiveness from long range. For the Celtics, Payton Pritchard was a standout, scoring 23 points and dishing out 8 assists, but ultimately it was not enough to secure the win.
Odds Recap
Listed as 5.5-point underdogs, the Indiana Pacers stunned the Boston Celtics with their late-game execution, winning by a margin of just 2 points. The Celtics, favored to win, fell short against the spread in a game that was closer than anticipated. The contest went under the total of 226.5, reflecting both teams' struggles at times on offense.
Prediction Recap
The model predicted a win for the Boston Celtics, missing on the moneyline and spread, while also incorrectly forecasting the total to go over. The actual outcome saw the Pacers take the game and cover the spread, indicating a miscalculation in the analysis.
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