Boston Celtics vs Indiana Pacers (Image via Getty) The Boston Celtics play the Indiana Pacers on January 12, 2026, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Both teams are dealing with long injury lists, which has changed how this game shapes up.Several expected starters will not be on the floor. With key scorers missing on both sides, this game is likely decided by rotation players, defensive discipline, and execution late in the fourth quarter.
Boston Celtics vs Indiana Pacers Injury Report Shapes Rotations (January 12, 2026)
Indiana Pacers are without Tyrese Haliburton for the rest of the season after an ACL tear. Isaiah Jackson is out with a concussion. Bennedict Mathurin (thumb) and Obi Toppin (foot) are also sidelined. Andrew Nembhard is questionable due to a back issue. With those absences, most of the offense runs through Pascal Siakam.Boston Celtics remain without Jayson Tatum, who continues to recover from an Achilles injury. Josh Minott is out with an ankle issue. Jaylen Brown is dealing with lower back soreness and is listed as questionable or doubtful. Sam Hauser is also uncertain due to a hamstring problem.
Boston Celtics vs Indiana Pacers Broadcast and Tip-Off Details (January 12, 2026)
Tip-off is scheduled for around 7:30 p.m. ET. The game airs on NBC Sports Boston and FanDuel Sports Network Indiana. Radio coverage is available on 98.5 FM The Sports Hub in Boston and 93.5/107.5 FM The Fan in Indiana. Fans outside the local markets can stream the game on ESPN+, NBA League Pass, or Fubo.
Boston Celtics vs Indiana Pacers Team Records and On-Court Production
Boston Celtics enter the game at 24-14. Derrick White has taken on a larger role, averaging 20.1 points, 5.1 assists, and 3.5 made three-pointers per game. Brown, if he plays, is averaging 27.8 points and 6.4 rebounds. Celtics games have gone over 225.5 total points in 22 of 38 contests.Indiana sits near 15-23. Siakam leads the team with 23.6 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game. When available, Nembhard adds 17.6 points and seven assists. Pacers games have also exceeded 225.5 points in 22 of 39 outings.
Matchups to Watch in Tonight’s Boston Celtics vs Indiana Pacers Game
Without Tatum and Haliburton, the main focus is Siakam against Brown, if Brown is cleared. White’s defense on the perimeter could matter if Nembhard plays at less than full strength. Myles Turner, if active, will be tested by Boston’s short-handed frontcourt. Both teams play at a fast pace, which could keep scoring high.
Boston Celtics vs Indiana Pacers Prediction (January 12, 2026)
Indiana wins a close game at home, 118-114, behind Siakam’s scoring and Boston’s continued adjustment without Tatum.