The Pacers vs Celtics Bets open the Eastern Conference Final wagers in style. Can Boston avoid the rust that inevitably comes from six days worth of rest? Bovada Sportsbook Review ponders several shots to attempt in this Eastern Conference clash. Boston knows they have a chance to advance to the NBA Final with a series win over a team they are heavily favored against.
Pacers vs Celtics Bets look at two different roads heading into the opener on Tuesday night. Yes, most anyone with a pulse counted on Boston to be here. However, what the Indiana Pacers did to grind past the New York Knicks was incredible. Indiana beat the Knicks at MSG by over 20 points in a Game 7. Winning the series was a surprise enough but to shoot 67% from the field in the deciding game was otherworldly.
However, Indiana gets rewarded by facing a Boston team that is clearly on a mission after last year’s elimination at the hands of the Miami Heat. Games 3-5 of the Cleveland series showed that Boston was primed for this upcoming series. Again, the Celtics did what they had to and closed out the Cavaliers. With more depth and defensive efficiency, Boston can play any style versus the Indiana Pacers.
@Pacers are having an identical playoff run as the @MiamiHEAT had last year.
— Jonathan Skurowitz (@Jskurowitz) May 20, 2024
2023 Heat First Round – beat the Milwaukee Bucks without injured Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Second Round – beat the Brunson lead New York Knicks.
ECF – beat 1 seed Boston Celtics.
Again, the fun part about NBA playoff Vegas Odds is not just that 10-point spread. Does Boston win Game 1 easily then find the rest of the series a struggle. For those wondering, Indiana is at +600 to win the series on Bovada. That is quite a long shot.
Yes. that Moneyline rolls in between -450 and -500 for Boston in Game 1. By the way, Indiana comes in around +335 to +380 depending on the book. Series odds do not seem to be a fun bet. Maybe if Boston splits early against Indiana, those numbers will come down. In the meantime, there is the 10-point spread to consider. One option might be to take it up to 10.5.
Pacers vs Celtics bets dive into more series props on Tuesday. NBA Prop Bets take a look at some fun series wagers. For one, no one expects Indiana to win or even make this a long series. The Over at 5.5 games is even at +145 currently. Boston to win in 5 is merely -150. Now, those are some sobering numbers. Oh, wait, there are some more too.
We will get to the series player props below. First, the exact sweep or five games for Boston are at virtually identical odds (+210 compared to +215). Hedging between the two would only be an extremely slight profit. The double for Boston to win Game 1 and the series is at -320. Again, a lot of the numbers almost beg a bettors to take the underdog Pacers. The Pacers to win Game 1 with Boston advancing is up to +450.
Boston Celtics vs Indiana Pacers Series Preview!
— Coach Gibson Pyper (@HalfCourtHoops) May 20, 2024
One of my key points to watch for this series is the Pacers offense vs Celtics defense in transition. The Pacers are FAST & Celtics transition has been one area they have struggled in these playoffs.
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Alright, Boston’s one big concern is that defensive transition. When they are covering those gaps, the Celtics are impossible to beat. Indiana remains one of the quickest teams in the NBA. Even the last regular season game was pretty close as the Celtics won 129-124. Expect at least a few of those high-octane, high-paced contests in this series.
So, that +2500 number for a buzzer beater is not a great choice in the Pacers vs Celtics Bets. Yes, these teams want to push the pace and dramatics like that are the exception here. It might be more sensible to try the Over 5.5 games between these two teams. Indiana can extend series like how they did versus the New York Knicks.
Pacers vs Celtics series player prop bets heat up for this Eastern Conference Final. So, at Vegas Betting, we had a lot of fun in the last series against Cleveland and Boston. It was a bonus when the line shifted to 14.5 from 15. Furthermore, it was nicer when the Tatum and Brown props also connected. Does Kristaps Porzingis play in Game 1? He is a game-time decision.
Alright, the season series was 3-2 in favor of Boston. That is as far as we go. Bluntly, the regular season is just that the regular season. While the main players usually garner the shortest numbers as far as player props. Do look out for some wrinkles. For example, Derrick White to lead in threes made from Boston is now +175. White at 3.2 per game rolls in at EVEN.
Next, the rebounds becomes a bit of a wild card. Again, does Porzingis play and does he play an entire series? That impacts the prop here greatly. It may be one we stay away from until the power forward is listed. Either way, there are a few intriguing options including Aaron Nesmith at +15000. However, Tatum is the safe option at +500.
Our best bet is going White over Haliburton in threes made over the course of the series and threes per game as well. The former gets better value over the latter.
NBA Online betting odds and the conference final schedule goes every other day through Memorial Day weekend which makes life easier for any basketball fan.
Can Boston open with a win or does Indiana ride the wave from the New York series? We find out quickly on Tuesday night. Good luck betting!
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Chris Wassel AA, AAS CURRENTLY Sports Writer and Journalist RESIDES IN Rahway, NJ EDUCATION Union County College, Montclair State University EXPERTISE Business, Writing, Sports, Food, Grilling, Olympics, Injuries, Politics, and more Summary Member of FSWA, FSGA, and a variety of Sports Betting Groups. Works on injuries for a variety of sites. Edits articles from NASCAR to football and beyond. Occasionally runs sites like mynhltraderumor.com and Full Press Hockey/Bets. Does a podcast for Full Press Hockey and a few other sports too. Experience Chris Wassel has 20+ years of sports journalistic experience in various disciplines. His ability to play sports is well documented. Most people in the business just write. However, Chris will race cars and even a super Moto bike from time to time. There is that fitness and hiking/cycling aspect too. Chris has climbed mountains from Mount Washington to Mount San Jacinto in Palm Springs, California. For those that do not know. Chris also dabbles in food eating contests and challenges. Having a unique background with friends including Joey Chestnut and Casey Webb, Chris has the ability to eat a whole 16-pound turkey or a 32 inch meat lover's pizza. Since 2013, Chris does focus on things like fitness, fishing, and sports. One would be surprised that Chris runs, hikes, and rock climbs. There are even those occasional mini-triathlons. One truly can pack a lot in a small package. Chris can lift things over his body weight with ease. Also, if there is a NASCAR rain prop, Chris can tell you if there will be a Monday race. Throughout his career, Chris has worked at a wide range of places from Amazon to USA Today to a variety of rumors and fantasy sports sites. Finally, Chris has been nominated for quite a few awards from the Fantasy Sports Writers Association for Hockey Writer Of The Year. Also, there have been a number of high-stakes fantasy trophies and rings that Chris sports in his house. Education Chris received an Associates from Union Country College for business and accounting. Chris did sports journalism work at Montclair State University covering the hockey, baseball, and football teams. Quote from Chris Wassel "Shut up and play.”
Education
1999 Graduate of Union County College
1993 Graduate of Rahway High School
Professional Achievements
Media credentialed member of the New Jersey Devils since 2010
Covered several NHL Drafts including the one day event in Newark in 2013
Been on countless podcasts, TV shows, and more including Sportsnet and even NHL Network