Celtics vs. Pacers Predictions: Celtics Favored to Continue Title Run

Title Chase Heats Up

The NBA playoffs are underway, and the Boston Celtics are once again among the favorites to win the championship. The Celtics are currently the -175 favorites to win it all, and they will face the Indiana Pacers in the first round. The Pacers are a tough team, but the Celtics should be too much for them.

Celtics' Dominance

The Celtics have been one of the best teams in the NBA all season long. They finished the regular season with a 55-27 record, which was good for the second-best record in the Eastern Conference. The Celtics also have a lot of experience in the playoffs, as they have reached the NBA Finals in three of the last four years.

Pacers' Upset Potential

The Pacers are a dangerous team, and they have the potential to upset the Celtics. The Pacers have a lot of young talent, including Tyrese Haliburton, Bennedict Mathurin, and Andrew Nembhard. The Pacers also have a good coach in Rick Carlisle, who has a lot of experience in the playoffs.

Prediction

The Celtics are the clear favorites in this series, but the Pacers have the potential to upset them. The Celtics should be able to win this series in five or six games, but the Pacers could make it a close series.