NBA · Final

Celtics Edge Pacers in Close Contest at TD Garden

Indiana Pacers6-23

Boston Celtics18-11

103

Monday, December 22, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · TD Garden

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Quick answers

Who won Indiana Pacers vs Boston Celtics?

Boston Celtics beat Indiana Pacers 103-95 at TD Garden on December 22, 2025.

Who was favored in Indiana Pacers vs Boston Celtics?

Boston Celtics were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -600 (about 86% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Boston Celtics secured a 103-95 victory over the Indiana Pacers at TD Garden. This win improved the Celtics' record to 19-11, while the Pacers fell to 6-24. The game showcased the Celtics' ability to close out games effectively, maintaining their lead in the series against the Pacers, now 2-0 for the season.

The Celtics entered the game with a solid home record of 3-1 in their last four games, and they have been in good form overall, boasting a 7-3 record in their last ten outings. They averaged 119.5 points scored and 111.0 points allowed during this stretch, demonstrating their offensive prowess. Their recent victories included a win against the Toronto Raptors, where they triumphed 112-96 just two days prior to this game. In contrast, the Pacers have struggled significantly, recording a 4-6 record in their last ten games, with a current losing streak of four games. Their average scoring during this period was 111.3 points, while they allowed an average of 113.2 points, highlighting their defensive issues.

At home, the Celtics have shown a strong performance, while the Pacers have struggled on the road, with a 1-2 record in their last three away games. The Celtics' recent form at home included a notable win against the Miami Heat, where they scored 129 points. The Pacers, on the other hand, have faced challenges, including a recent loss to the New Orleans Pelicans, where they fell 109-128.

In terms of head-to-head matchups, the Celtics have historically performed well against the Pacers, leading the series 2-0 in the current season. The previous meetings included a 142-105 victory for the Celtics earlier this season, showcasing their dominance.

Injury concerns were present for both teams, with Celtics star Jayson Tatum listed as day-to-day due to a knee issue, potentially impacting their offensive strategy. The Pacers also faced challenges, with Tyrese Haliburton listed as day-to-day due to an Achilles injury, and Johnny Furphy ruled out with a knee injury, further complicating their lineup.

The betting market reflected the Celtics' strong position, with DraftKings listing them as 11.5-point favorites, indicating confidence in their ability to win by a significant margin. The total points for the game were set at 225.5, suggesting expectations for a competitive scoring environment.

As the game progressed, the Celtics maintained their composure in the fourth quarter, with key plays from Derrick White and Jaylen Brown helping to secure the victory. The final moments saw the Celtics capitalizing on free throws, with Payton Pritchard and Derrick White contributing crucial points to seal the win.

Fans watching the game were treated to a display of defensive tenacity and strategic plays, particularly in the closing stages, where every point mattered. The Celtics' ability to execute under pressure was a highlight, while the Pacers continued to seek solutions to their recent struggles.

Overall, this matchup not only showcased the Celtics' strengths but also highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by the Pacers as they look to turn their season around.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	BOS -11.5	225.5 o -108 / u -112	Indiana Pacers +440 · Boston Celtics -600

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Injury report

Jayson TatumDay-To-DayKneeBoston Celtics
Tyrese HaliburtonDay-To-DayAchillesIndiana Pacers
Johnny FurphyOutKneeIndiana Pacers

Leaders

PointsJaylen Brown31Boston Celtics
AssistsPayton Pritchard5Boston Celtics
ReboundsHugo Gonzalez11Boston Celtics
PointsPascal Siakam25Indiana Pacers
AssistsAndrew Nembhard7Indiana Pacers
ReboundsBennedict Mathurin9Indiana Pacers

Recent form

Boston Celtics

Last 10: 7-3Streak W2119.5 scored · 111 allowed per game3-1 at home

W112-96at Toronto RaptorsDec 21
W129-116vs Miami HeatDec 20
L105-112vs Detroit PistonsDec 16
L101-116at Milwaukee BucksDec 12
W121-113at Toronto RaptorsDec 7
W126-105vs Los Angeles LakersDec 6
W146-101at Washington WizardsDec 5
W123-117vs New York KnicksDec 3
W117-115at Cleveland CavaliersNov 30
L115-119at Minnesota TimberwolvesNov 29

Indiana Pacers

Last 10: 4-6Streak L4111.3 scored · 113.2 allowed per game1-2 away

L109-128at New Orleans PelicansDec 21
L113-114vs New York KnicksDec 19
L89-108vs Washington WizardsDec 14
L105-115at Philadelphia 76ersDec 13
W116-105vs Sacramento KingsDec 9
W120-105at Chicago BullsDec 6
L120-135vs Denver NuggetsDec 4
L119-135vs Cleveland CavaliersDec 2
W103-101vs Chicago BullsNov 30
W119-86vs Washington WizardsNov 29

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Detroit	-	22	W3	.732	60
Cleveland	8	30	W1	.634	52
Milwaukee	28	50	L1	.390	32
Chicago	29	51	L2	.378	31
Indiana	41	63	L2	.232	19
Boston	-	26	W2	.683	56
New York	3	29	L1	.646	53
Toronto	10	36	W1	.561	46
Philadelphia	11	37	W2	.549	45
Brooklyn	36	62	L3	.244	20

Box score

Stat	Indiana Pacers	Boston Celtics
Field goals	33-85	38-89
Field goal %	39	43
Three-pointers	13-40	11-37
Three-point %	32	30
Free throws	16-18	16-19
Free throw %	89	84
Rebounds	36	49
Offensive rebounds	9	11
Defensive rebounds	27	38
Assists	19	19
Steals	4	6
Blocks	3	6
Turnovers	12	13
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	1	0
Technical fouls, total	1	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	20	11
Fast-break points	13	7
Points in the paint	28	52
Fouls	21	16
Largest lead	20	10
Lead changes	6	6
Time in front	81	16

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter74-62Sam Hauser makes 26-foot three pointer (Luka Garza assists)
3rd Quarter74-63Luka Garza makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter74-64Luka Garza makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter74-65Anfernee Simons makes technical free throw
3rd Quarter74-68Anfernee Simons makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
3rd Quarter76-68Pascal Siakam makes 13-foot step back jumpshot
3rd Quarter76-70Anfernee Simons makes 6-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter78-70Quenton Jackson makes driving layup (James Wiseman assists)
3rd Quarter80-70Bennedict Mathurin makes 6-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter80-71Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter80-72Jaylen Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter80-74Jaylen Brown makes driving layup
3rd Quarter82-74Bennedict Mathurin makes tip shot
4th Quarter82-76Jaylen Brown makes driving layup (Payton Pritchard assists)
4th Quarter82-77Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter82-78Jaylen Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter82-80Jaylen Brown makes driving layup
4th Quarter83-80Quenton Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter84-80Quenton Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter84-83Derrick White makes 25-foot three point jumper (Payton Pritchard assists)
4th Quarter84-85Jaylen Brown makes two point shot
4th Quarter86-85Ethan Thompson makes 2-foot layup (Pascal Siakam assists)
4th Quarter86-87Derrick White makes 1-foot driving dunk
4th Quarter86-89Jaylen Brown makes 8-foot two point shot
4th Quarter88-89Bennedict Mathurin makes 22-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter88-91Neemias Queta makes 3-foot two point shot (Derrick White assists)
4th Quarter90-91Andrew Nembhard makes 11-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter91-91Andrew Nembhard makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter91-92Neemias Queta makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter91-93Neemias Queta makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter91-96Jaylen Brown makes 22-foot fade away jump shot (Derrick White assists)
4th Quarter91-97Payton Pritchard makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter91-98Payton Pritchard makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter91-99Jaylen Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter91-101Derrick White makes driving layup (Hugo Gonzalez assists)
4th Quarter92-101Garrison Mathews makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter93-101Garrison Mathews makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter93-102Derrick White makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter93-103Derrick White makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter95-103Kam Jones makes driving layup