The Boston Celtics will square off with the Indiana Pacers in Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Saturday, scheduled to begin at 8:30 p.m. ET.
Having won both of their games at home, the favorites for the championship are landing in Indiana with a goal to end this series as soon as possible. According to the experts at Dimers, the Celtics can expect 30+ points from each of Tatum and Brown as they look for that 3-0 lead tonight.
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Celtics vs. Pacers betting preview [Game 3]
Led by star players such as Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Derrick White, the Celtics are up against a Pacers team that boasts Pascal Siakam, Tyrese Haliburton, and Myles Turner.
Utilize the interactive widget below to see the latest spread, total, and moneyline betting odds and probabilities for the Celtics-Pacers matchup at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
This Game 3 prediction and best bet for Saturday’s NBA matchup between the Celtics and Pacers is from Dimers.com, a trusted source for sports betting predictions.
Game 3 of the 2024 NBA Eastern Conference Finals is at Indiana’s Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The winner of the best-of-seven series between the Pacers and Celtics will advance to the NBA Finals.
Check out all the important details on today’s game, as well as the best odds sourced from the top sportsbooks in the country.
Game details
The key information you need before the Celtics vs. Pacers NBA game.
- Teams: Boston Celtics vs. Indiana Pacers
- What: NBA Eastern Conference Finals, Game 3
- Date: Saturday, May 25, 2024
- Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Game 3 Odds
The latest and best odds for the NBA game between the Celtics and Pacers.
- Spread: Celtics -6.5 (-110), Pacers +6.5 (-110)
- Moneyline: Celtics -270, Pacers +235
- Total: Over/Under 223.5 (-110/-110)
The odds and lines presented in this article are the best available from selected sports betting sites at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Game 3 expert prediction: Celtics vs. Pacers
Using trusted data analysis and computer power, Dimers has executed 10,000 simulations of Saturday’s Celtics vs. Pacers matchup.
According to Dimers’ renowned predictive analytics model, the Celtics are more likely to beat the Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. This prediction is based on the model giving the Celtics a 73% chance of winning Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals.
Furthermore, Dimers predicts that the Celtics (-6.5) have a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 223.5 points has a 51% chance of staying under.
These predictions and probabilities are accurate at the time of publication but are subject to change.
Celtics vs. Pacers Game 3 best bet
Our top pick for Celtics vs. Pacers in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Saturday is to bet on the Celtics moneyline (-270).
This expert betting advice is based on detailed simulations and valuable betting intelligence, designed to deliver you the best possible plays.
Score prediction for Celtics vs. Pacers Game 3
Dimers’ predicted final score for Boston vs. Indiana in Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals has the Celtics prevailing 115-107.
This expert prediction is based on each team’s average score following 10,000 game simulations, offering a glimpse into the potential outcome.
NBA player props: Saturday
NBA prop bets present an enjoyable way to place wagers on the Celtics vs. Pacers matchup without necessarily betting on the result of the game itself.
Dimers has crunched the numbers to project key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds, and assists.
Jayson Tatum is expected to step up for the Celtics with 33 points, 10 rebounds, and 7 assists. For the Pacers, Pascal Siakam is projected to finish with 21 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists.
Celtics Pacers Game 3 prop picks
To further analyze the potential impact of individual players, here is a breakdown of the projected box scores for both teams:
Boston Celtics prediction
- Jayson Tatum: 33 PTS, 10 REB, 7 AST
- Jaylen Brown: 31 PTS, 7 REB, 4 AST
- Derrick White: 20 PTS, 5 REB, 6 AST
- Jrue Holiday: 14 PTS, 5 REB, 5 AST
- Al Horford: 11 PTS, 7 REB, 3 AST
Indiana Pacers prediction
- Pascal Siakam: 21 PTS, 7 REB, 3 AST
- Tyrese Haliburton: 19 PTS, 4 REB, 10 AST
- Myles Turner: 18 PTS, 6 REB, 2 AST
- T.J. McConnell: 12 PTS, 2 REB, 6 AST
- Aaron Nesmith: 11 PTS, 4 REB, 2 AST
NBA today: Celtics vs. Pacers
Get ready for Saturday’s game between the Celtics and Pacers in the 2024 NBA Eastern Conference Finals, which is scheduled to start at 8:30 p.m. ET. To add an extra level of excitement, you might want to consider exploring Dimers Pro, where you can get the best parlay bets today.
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