The next matchup between the Indiana Pacers and Boston Celtics will take place on December 28, 2024, at TD Garden in Boston. This game will be an exciting battle, as both teams are looking to continue strong performances this season. The Pacers have been impressive, averaging 115.4 points per game, while the Celtics have been dominant with their strong defensive play and high offensive output, averaging 125.8 points per game.
Key players to watch for the Pacers include Tyrese Haliburton, who is a leader in assists, and Pascal Siakam, their primary scorer. On the Celtics’ side, Jayson Tatum continues to shine as one of the top scorers in the NBA, along with Jaylen Brown who is a significant contributor on both ends of the court.
Predicted Lineup for 28th December, 2024
Indiana Pacers vs. Boston Celtics – December 28, 2024 Lineups
Indiana Pacers
Boston Celtics
Tyrese Haliburton (PG)
Jayson Tatum (SF)
Pascal Siakam (SF)
Jaylen Brown (SG)
Myles Turner (C)
Derrick White (PG)
Buddy Hield (SG)
Al Horford (C)
Obi Toppin (PF)
Marcus Smart (PG)
Pacers vs Celtics Match Player Stats
The NBA playoffs showcased a thrilling showdown between the Boston Celtics and Indiana Pacers in their four-game final series, held from May 21 to May 27, 2024. The series kicked off with a nail-biting overtime victory for the Celtics, who narrowly edged out the Pacers in a 133-128 clash. The Celtics continued their momentum in Game 2, decisively defeating the Pacers 126-110. The Pacers fought back in Game 3, but ultimately fell short once again, with the Celtics securing a tight 114-111 victory. The series concluded with yet another close contest, as the Celtics sealed their dominance with a 105-102 win in Game 4. This series not only highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams but also showcased the Celtics’ ability to perform under pressure, as they claimed victory in all four matchups.
May 21, 2024: Pacers vs Celtics Match Player Stats
Winner: Indiana Pacers
Score: Pacers 128 – 133 Celtics (Overtime)
Margin: Celtics won by 5 points in overtime.
Indiana Pacers Player Stats
PLAYER
MIN
FGM
FGA
FG%
3PM
3PA
3P%
FTM
FTA
FT%
OREB
DREB
REB
AST
STL
BLK
TO
PF
PTS
+
Aaron Nesmith
39:51
6
12
50.0
1
5
20.0
1
1
100
3
3
6
1
2
0
5
6
14
1
Pascal Siakam
41:58
12
23
52.2
0
2
0.0
0
0
0.0
3
9
12
7
1
0
2
3
24
5
Myles Turner
39:17
9
13
69.2
3
4
75.0
2
2
100
1
9
10
4
0
2
4
3
23
-11
Andrew Nembhard
34:47
5
10
50.0
2
4
50.0
0
0
0.0
0
3
3
7
0
0
1
2
12
-7
Tyrese Haliburton
40:29
8
18
44.4
6
14
42.9
3
3
100
0
3
3
10
3
1
3
2
25
-11
Obi Toppin
21:44
6
8
75.0
1
2
50.0
2
2
100
0
4
4
2
1
0
3
1
15
2
T.J. McConnell
24:34
6
11
54.5
0
1
0.0
1
2
50.0
2
1
3
4
1
0
1
2
13
-8
Ben Sheppard
17:24
1
4
25.0
0
3
0.0
0
0
0.0
1
2
3
2
0
0
2
3
2
5
Isaiah Jackson
3:60
0
0
0.0
0
0
0.0
0
0
0.0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
1
Jalen Smith
0:57
0
0
0.0
0
0
0.0
0
0
0.0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
1
0
-2
TOTALS
53
99
53.5
13
35
37.1
9
10
90.0
10
34
44
38
8
4
21
23
128
-5
Boston Celtics Player Stats
PLAYER
MIN
FGM
FGA
FG%
3PM
3PA
3P%
FTM
FTA
FT%
OREB
DREB
REB
AST
STL
BLK
TO
PF
PTS
+
Jaylen Brown
44:25
10
20
50.0
1
4
25.0
5
8
62.5
1
6
7
5
3
1
3
1
26
4
Jayson Tatum
45:32
12
26
46.2
2
8
25.0
10
12
83.3
2
10
12
4
3
0
4
4
36
20
Al Horford
39:35
5
15
33.3
3
12
25.0
2
3
66.7
2
4
6
1
0
3
0
2
15
3
Derrick White
42:03
5
13
38.5
3
8
37.5
2
2
100
2
4
6
9
2
1
2
3
15
12
Jrue Holiday
48:19
10
16
62.5
4
8
50.0
4
4
100
5
2
7
8
3
0
4
3
28
7
Luke Kornet
13:25
2
3
66.7
0
0
0.0
1
1
100
1
3
4
1
0
0
0
0
5
2
Payton Pritchard
22:34
3
4
75.0
2
3
66.7
0
0
0.0
0
0
0
2
0
0
0
1
8
-15
Sam Hauser
9:07
0
2
0.0
0
2
0.0
0
0
0.0
0
1
1
0
0
0
1
1
0
-8
TOTALS
47
99
47.5
15
45
33.3
24
30
80.0
13
30
43
30
11
5
14
15
133
5
May 23, 2024: Pacers vs Celtics Match Player Stats
