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Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans Predictions

January 16 07:00 PM (Final)
FDSI Gainbridge Fieldhouse
New Orleans Pelicans
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Indiana Pacers
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MATCHUP PREVIEW

The Pacers and Pelicans have had a relatively quiet rivalry, but their matchups reveal interesting dynamics. The Pacers often play a disciplined, defensive game, focusing on ball movement and team play, while the Pelicans lean towards a more fluid, fast-paced style that emphasizes athleticism and transition scoring. Historically, the Pacers have had the upper hand in head-to-head matchups, with their defensive schemes often disrupting the Pelicans’ rhythm. Factors like Indiana’s strong defensive identity and New Orleans’ home court can play pivotal roles in these games, but the travel distance and the Pacers’ consistency in executing their game plan often tilt the odds in their favor. Betting trends suggest that the Pacers’ historical success against the Pelicans could inform how bettors approach this matchup.
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New Orleans Pelicans
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+5.5
Indiana Pacers
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-4.5
Final Score
119
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127
Confidence Level: 78.3%

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INDIANA PACERS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS MONEYLINE

When the Pacers and Pelicans face off, you’re looking at two teams with different identities. The Pacers tend to play a disciplined, methodical style, leaning on their solid defense, while the Pelicans often rely on athleticism and fast breaks. Historically, the money line has favored the home team in this matchup, but the Pacers’ ability to grind out games can make them a tricky bet, especially if they catch the Pelicans on an off night.See Game Picks

INDIANA PACERS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS POINT SPREAD

When the Pacers and Pelicans face off, you’re looking at a clash of styles. The Pacers typically play a disciplined, team-oriented game, relying on solid defense and ball movement, while the Pelicans often lean on their athleticism and inside scoring. Historically, the Pacers have had a slight edge in head-to-head matchups, but the Pelicans’ home court can sway the spread, especially given their ability to exploit mismatches. Bettors should keep an eye on how the travel and division familiarity play into these matchups, as the Pacers often adjust well to the Pelicans’ tempo.See Game Picks

INDIANA PACERS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS OVER/UNDER

When the Pacers face the Pelicans, you see a clash of styles that often leads to interesting total outcomes. The Pacers typically play a more methodical game, relying on solid defense and ball control, while the Pelicans have shown a tendency to push the pace, especially at home. Historically, this matchup leans toward the under when Indiana’s defense is clicking, but the totals can soar if New Orleans finds their rhythm and gets out in transition, making it a classic case of contrasting identities shaping the over/under landscape.See Game Picks

TRENDS

NO Logo  NO IND Logo  IND
25-52
All
18-62
16-21
Home
11-29
9-31
Away
7-33
14-3
as Fav
4-9
11-49
as Dog
14-53
42-34
ATS
38-42
23-13
ATS Home
23-17
19-21
ATS Away
15-25
36-41
O/U
40-40
17-20
O/U Home
20-20
19-21
O/U Away
20-20
RESULT
LOSE 126-132
OPPONENT
Timberwolves logo MIN Minnesota Timberwolves
DATE
04/12
SPREAD
+8.0
O/U
o232.0
RESULT
LOSE 118-144
OPPONENT
Celtics logo BOS Boston Celtics
DATE
04/10
SPREAD
+17.0
O/U
o224.0
RESULT
WIN 137-156
OPPONENT
Jazz logo UTA Utah Jazz
DATE
04/07
SPREAD
-11.5
O/U
o241.5
RESULT
LOSE 112-108
OPPONENT
Magic logo ORL Orlando Magic
DATE
04/05
SPREAD
+3.5
O/U
u235.5
RESULT
LOSE 113-117
OPPONENT
Kings logo SAC Sacramento Kings
DATE
04/03
SPREAD
-5.5
O/U
u234.5
RESULT
LOSE 133-121
OPPONENT
Pistons logo DET Detroit Pistons
DATE
04/12
SPREAD
+12.0
O/U
o228.5
RESULT
LOSE 105-94
OPPONENT
76ers logo PHI Philadelphia 76ers
DATE
04/10
SPREAD
+14.5
O/U
u234.5
RESULT
WIN 123-94
OPPONENT
Nets logo BKN Brooklyn Nets
DATE
04/09
SPREAD
-2.5
O/U
u224.0
RESULT
LOSE 124-104
OPPONENT
Timberwolves logo MIN Minnesota Timberwolves
DATE
04/07
SPREAD
+12.5
O/U
u229.5
RESULT
LOSE 108-117
OPPONENT
Cavaliers logo CLE Cleveland Cavaliers
DATE
04/05
SPREAD
+17.5
O/U
u237.5
WHO WON
Pacers logo IND
RESULT
114-123
DATE
02/28
WHO WON
Pelicans logo NO
RESULT
102-129
DATE
03/01
WHO WON
Pelicans logo NO
RESULT
118-125
DATE
11/01
WHO WON
Pacers logo IND
RESULT
110-114
DATE
11/25
WHO WON
Pacers logo IND
RESULT
104-119
DATE
12/15

BOX SCORE: NBA TEAM STATS & PLAYER STATS

NO Logo NO IND Logo IND
119.00
Points per Game
127.00
46.60
Field Goal Percentage
45.80
53.10
2-Point Field Goal Percentage
53.30
34.70
3-Point Field Goal Percentage
35.60
78.40
Free Throw Percentage
77.60
8.00
Offensive Rebounds
13.00
34.00
Defensive Rebounds
30.00
22.00
Assists per Game
37.00
4.00
Blocked Shots
7.00
8.00
Turnovers
7.00
STARTERS
FG%
PPG
RPG
APG
J. Fears PG
43.40
16.00
6.00
5.00
J. Poole PG
37.20
11.00
2.00
1.00
B. McGowens SG
48.10
4.00
1.00
0.00
J. Hawkins SG
36.60
0.00
2.00
0.00
T. Alexander SG
51.40
0.00
0.00
0.00
D. Murray SG
48.40
0.00
0.00
0.00
J. Springer SG
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
K. Brooks Jr. SF
48.60
10.14
4.14
0.93
J. Oduro PF
64.70
8.33
7.67
1.33
T. Murphy III SF
47.00
22.00
4.00
5.00
Z. Williamson PF
60.00
27.00
6.00
7.00
S. Bey PF
45.10
20.00
4.00
1.00
K. Matković PF
60.40
3.00
2.00
0.00
C. Shumate SF
100.00
4.00
1.00
0.00
M. Peavy SF
38.50
0.00
0.00
0.00
H. Jones SF
38.30
0.00
0.00
0.00
D. Queen C
47.30
14.00
12.00
3.00
Y. Missi C
54.40
2.00
3.00
0.00
D. Jordan C
65.60
0.00
0.00
0.00
K. Looney C
41.70
0.00
0.00
0.00
H. Dickinson C
35.70
0.00
0.00
0.00
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STARTERS
FG%
PPG
RPG
APG
G. Mathews SG
40.40
5.20
1.13
0.67
M. Morris PG
35.00
3.00
1.17
1.50
A. Nembhard PG
44.20
19.00
3.00
10.00
T. McConnell PG
53.80
8.00
2.00
9.00
Q. Jackson SG
47.00
12.00
2.00
1.00
D. Wright PG
0.00
2.00
0.00
0.00
K. Jones PG
40.20
0.00
0.00
0.00
E. Thompson SG
37.80
0.00
0.00
0.00
T. Haliburton PG
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
T. Peter SG
38.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
K. Brown PF
46.90
5.79
3.03
1.31
J. Slawson PF
44.20
7.31
4.38
2.77
C. Martin SF
20.00
1.75
3.50
0.50
P. Siakam PF
48.40
27.00
6.00
5.00
A. Nesmith PF
41.40
12.00
4.00
1.00
J. Furphy SF
47.00
7.00
4.00
2.00
J. Walker PF
41.90
6.00
1.00
3.00
J. Johnson PF
60.00
1.40
0.20
0.40
B. Sheppard SF
43.40
4.00
3.00
2.00
M. Potter PF
51.50
0.00
0.00
0.00
O. Toppin PF
50.30
0.00
0.00
0.00
G. McGlothan PF
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
I. Zubac C
59.80
14.10
10.60
2.19
J. Wiseman C
60.00
3.25
2.00
0.75
J. Huff C
47.60
29.00
9.00
1.00

INJURY REPORT

NAME
POS
STATUS
INJURY
NOTES
Johnny Furphy
POS
SF
STATUS
Out
INJURY
Knee
Notes
Furphy is recovering from a right knee torn ACL and is expected to miss the start of the 2026-27 season.
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