Indiana Pacers vs Boston Celtics predictions, Jan 12, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

8 months ago

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As the Indiana Pacers prepare to host the Boston Celtics on January 12, 2026, both teams come into the matchup with differing recent form. The Pacers have secured victories in just 2 of their last 5 games, struggling to find consistency on both ends of the court. They will look to leverage their home court advantage, aiming to boost their performance in front of a supportive crowd.

In contrast, the Celtics arrive with a more favorable record, having won 3 of their last 5 contests. Their offensive dynamics, combined with a robust defense, have positioned them as strong contenders in this matchup. With odds favoring the Celtics at 1.37 for an away win, their recent performances suggest a tactical edge, especially in exploiting the Pacers’ defensive lapses.

Statistically, the model predicts a probability of 34.5% for an Indiana victory, while Boston holds a 65.5% chance of winning. The expected final score reflects this disparity, predicting a close encounter at 109:115 in favor of the Celtics. However, as with any sporting event, outcomes are unpredictable, and the Pacers could capitalize on any lapses from their opponents, making this a matchup to watch.

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Indiana
31.2%

Boston
68.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 109:115

Outrights of NBA Boston Celtics: 4.07% Indiana Pacers: 0.06%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	3.15		1.36
	2.89		1.48
	3.05		1.36
	3.21		1.39
	3.05		1.38

Latest Results

10.01.26 Indiana Pacers – Miami Heat – 123:99
08.01.26 Charlotte Hornets – Indiana Pacers – 112:114
06.01.26 Indiana Pacers – Cleveland Cavaliers – 116:120
04.01.26 Orlando Magic – Indiana Pacers – 135:127
02.01.26 Indiana Pacers – San Antonio Spurs – 113:123

10.01.26 Boston Celtics – San Antonio Spurs – 95:100
09.01.26 Boston Celtics – Toronto Raptors – 125:117
07.01.26 Boston Celtics – Denver Nuggets – 110:114
05.01.26 Boston Celtics – Chicago Bulls – 115:101
03.01.26 Los Angeles Clippers – Boston Celtics – 115:146

Facts

An outsider and one of the leaders will play in this match (ranked 15 and 3 in the zone Promotion ~ NBA (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Indiana won 2.

Both teams are showing inconsistent performances lately.

Indiana may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

Recently, Boston has had a series of home games.

In this match, Boston is the team to beat.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Indiana won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 14 matches, and goals 2316:2482. (average 115.8:124.1).

Including home matches between the teams, Indiana won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 1192:1220. (average 119.2:122).

Latest Head To Head

26.12.25 Indiana Pacers – Boston Celtics – 122:140
22.12.25 Boston Celtics – Indiana Pacers – 103:95
29.12.24 Boston Celtics – Indiana Pacers – 114:123
27.12.24 Boston Celtics – Indiana Pacers – 142:105
30.10.24 Indiana Pacers – Boston Celtics – 135:132 OT

Standings

2025/26

Western Conference

		Pl	W	L		PCT
1	Oklahoma City Thunder	40	33	7	4856:4335	0.825
2	San Antonio Spurs	39	27	12	4606:4392	0.692
3	Denver Nuggets	38	25	13	4678:4478	0.658
4	Minnesota Timberwolves	40	26	14	4795:4591	0.650
5	Los Angeles Lakers	36	23	13	4173:4185	0.639
6	Houston Rockets	35	22	13	4147:3876	0.629
7	Phoenix Suns	38	23	15	4360:4266	0.605
8	Golden State Warriors	39	21	18	4506:4421	0.538
9	Portland Trail Blazers	40	19	21	4652:4754	0.475
10	Memphis Grizzlies	39	17	22	4482:4531	0.436
11	Los Angeles Clippers	38	15	23	4254:4317	0.395
12	Dallas Mavericks	39	14	25	4406:4568	0.359
13	Utah Jazz	38	13	25	4522:4839	0.342
14	New Orleans Pelicans	41	9	32	4710:5019	0.220
15	Sacramento Kings	38	8	30	4171:4638	0.211

Eastern Conference

		Pl	W	L		PCT
1	Detroit Pistons	38	28	10	4478:4227	0.737
2	New York Knicks	39	25	14	4659:4482	0.641
3	Boston Celtics	38	24	14	4452:4197	0.632
4	Toronto Raptors	40	24	16	4566:4491	0.600
5	Philadelphia 76ers	37	21	16	4335:4274	0.568
6	Cleveland Cavaliers	40	22	18	4798:4703	0.550
7	Orlando Magic	40	22	18	4649:4600	0.550
8	Miami Heat	39	20	19	4655:4591	0.513
9	Atlanta Hawks	40	19	21	4729:4742	0.475
10	Chicago Bulls	38	18	20	4458:4592	0.474
11	Milwaukee Bucks	38	17	21	4298:4380	0.447
12	Charlotte Hornets	39	14	25	4536:4549	0.359
13	Brooklyn Nets	36	11	25	3918:4099	0.306
14	Washington Wizards	37	10	27	4193:4600	0.270
15	Indiana Pacers	39	8	31	4335:4640	0.205

NBA Outrights

1. Oklahoma City Thunder: 2.08 (41.14%)

2. Denver Nuggets: 8.75 (9.76%)

3. New York Knicks: 12 (7.11%)

4. San Antonio Spurs: 13 (6.57%)

5. Houston Rockets: 13 (6.57%)

6. Detroit Pistons: 20 (4.27%)

7. Boston Celtics: 21 (4.07%)

8. Cleveland Cavaliers: 23 (3.71%)

9. Los Angeles Lakers: 26 (3.28%)

10. Minnesota Timberwolves: 32.5 (2.63%)

11. Golden State Warriors: 35 (2.44%)

12. Orlando Magic: 41 (2.08%)

13. Philadelphia 76ers: 64 (1.33%)

14. Miami Heat: 81 (1.05%)

15. Atlanta Hawks: 91 (0.94%)

16. Los Angeles Clippers: 101 (0.85%)

17. Toronto Raptors: 151 (0.57%)

18. Milwaukee Bucks: 151 (0.57%)

19. Phoenix Suns: 376 (0.23%)

20. Dallas Mavericks: 576 (0.15%)

21. Chicago Bulls: 751 (0.11%)

22. Portland Trail Blazers: 1126 (0.08%)

23. Brooklyn Nets: 1251 (0.07%)

24. Charlotte Hornets: 1251 (0.07%)

25. Memphis Grizzlies: 1251 (0.07%)

26. Sacramento Kings: 1251 (0.07%)

27. New Orleans Pelicans: 1251 (0.07%)

28. Washington Wizards: 1501 (0.06%)

29. Utah Jazz: 1501 (0.06%)

30. Indiana Pacers: 1501 (0.06%)

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