The Boston Celtics are favored to win at home against the Indiana Pacers in their upcoming Monday night game at TD Garden. Boston recently defeated the Toronto Raptors without star Jaylen Brown, who is questionable for the matchup due to illness. The Celtics are currently 17-11 and are ranked in the top half of the Eastern Conference, with a strong defensive record allowing just 110.5 points per game. Meanwhile, the Pacers are struggling this season with a 6-22 record, having lost four consecutive games and dealing with multiple injuries, including Tyrese Haliburton, Aaron Nesmith, Ben Sheppard, Obi Toppin, and T.J. McConnell. Indiana's offensive struggles are evident, ranking last in the league for field goal and three-point percentages. The odds favor the Celtics, with a spread of -10.5 and a moneyline of -470, while the Pacers are at +360. The total points line is set at 225.5. Key players to watch include Jaylen Brown, who is expected to be a top scorer if he plays, with a prop bet suggesting he will score over 29.5 points. Boston's recent performance has been solid, with Pritchard leading scoring efforts and rookie Hugo Gonzalez providing valuable contributions. The game is expected to be a significant test for both teams, with Boston aiming to extend its winning streak and Indiana trying to improve its form despite injuries and poor season performance. The matchup will be broadcast on NBC Sports Boston and FanDuel Sports Network, with tip-off scheduled for 7:30 p.m. EST.