Celtics: Massive Favorites Over Pacers in Eastern Finals

Celtics Open Series as Overwhelming Favorites

In a highly anticipated Eastern Conference Finals matchup, the Boston Celtics have emerged as heavy favorites over the Indiana Pacers. The Celtics opened the series as a staggering -1000 favorite, while the Pacers sit as a distant +650 underdog at BetMGM.

Celtics Expected to Advance to NBA Finals

Boston's status as a hefty favorite is justified by their impressive regular season performance and their strong start to the playoffs. The Celtics finished with the second-best record in the Eastern Conference and have cruised through their first two playoff series, sweeping the Nets and Bucks.

Meanwhile, the Pacers have been a Cinderella story in the playoffs, upsetting the Heat and 76ers to reach the Eastern Finals. However, they will be a major underdog against the Celtics, who boast a more talented roster and have more experience at this stage of the playoffs.

Pacers Hope to Pull Off Upset

Despite being significant underdogs, the Pacers believe they have a chance to upset the Celtics. Indiana has played with heart and determination throughout the playoffs and knows that they will have to play their best to have a chance against Boston.

The Pacers will need to rely on their top players, Domantas Sabonis and Malcolm Brogdon, to perform at a high level. They will also need to make three-pointers and play solid defense to stay competitive with the Celtics.