With key players still out due to injuries and COVID protocols, the Indiana Pacers rode a skeleton squad on Monday night, but managed to pull off a semi-upset at home over the LA Clippers in a 122-116 victory, helmed by rookie Isaiah Jackson who spearheaded the Blue and Gold with a career-best performance.
Now, the Pacers continue their three-game homestand against the Orlando Magic, who enter on Wednesday touting the league’s worst record this season. While in the early stages of a rebuild, the reeling Magic cannot be underestimated, especially with Indiana showing a troubling pattern of playing down to competition.
On the season, the Pacers are 13-13 at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse and 8-23 against the East while the Magic are 6-23 on the road and 7-29 against conference foes. Indiana ranks 17th in offensive rating and 24th in defensive rating while Orlando sits at 28th and 21st, respectively, on the same departments.
Pacers vs Magic Odds, Spread, Over/Under & Betting Pick
The latest odds from WynnBET (sign up with this link) have the Pacers as -5.0 favorites at home against the visiting Magic. Indiana stands as a -210 moneyline favorite while Orlando is currently a +170 moneyline underdog.
The over/under for this contest has been set at 221.0.
Projected Pacers Starting Lineup Tonight
SF: Justin Holiday
PF: Torrey Craig
C: Isaiah Jackson
SG: Chris Duarte
PG: Caris LeVert
Pacers Injury Report
Domantas Sabonis entered health and safety protocols and will be out for this game. The Pacers will still be without Malcolm Brogdon (Achilles), Myles Turner (foot), and Goga Bitadze (foot). Oshae Brissett (ankle) is a game time decision. Meanwhile, TJ McConnell (wrist) and TJ Warren (foot) remain without a timetable to return.
Indiana Pacers vs Orlando Magic Prediction
Despite posing the worst record in the association, Orlando has had some gritty games of their own, using their pesky defense which, at times, have been effective in spurts. Meanwhile, Indiana has momentum on its side, coming off an energetic win at home over a capable Western Conference foe.
While the Pacers cannot be penciled in for an automatic victory, against the Magic, they should be able to get the job done. It could very well be a close contest all throughout, but expect Indiana to come out on top at home for their second consecutive dub.
Pacers 108, Magic 103
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What channel is the Indiana Pacers game on?
Wednesday’s contest will air on Bally Sports Indiana (Indianapolis) and Bally Sports Florida (Orlando) and will tip off at 7 PM ET.
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Pacers Next Game and Schedule
Indiana hosts Chicago before hitting the road for a meeting with Cleveland and Atlanta, followed by another matchup with the Cavaliers back at the Fieldhouse.
Feb. 04 vs Chicago
Feb. 06 @ Cleveland
Feb. 08 @ Atlanta
Feb. 11 vs Cleveland