Pacers vs. Spurs Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 23rd, 2025

Arena and City where Pacers vs. Spurs will be playing

On January 23rd, 2025, the Pacers will take on the Spurs in an NBA game in Paris at Accor Arena, and be sure to check out the picks and predictions to win with your bets.

Introduction to the Pacers vs. Spurs betting tip and prediction

This NBA matchup on January 23rd, 2025, at 13:00 features a collision between the Eastern Conference and Western Conference. The Pacers enters as -2.5 point favorites in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Pacers were -7.5 point favorites and won the game against Spurs, 117-105. The over/under for the upcoming game is 229.5 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 227 points, and the under was victorious.

The 2024-2025 basketball season underscores the importance of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's assess how teams are performing from long range. The Pacers are currently making 37.3% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their sharpshooting ability. In contrast, the Spurs are converting on 34.4% of their 3-point attempts, showcasing their proficiency in long-range shooting. When it comes to shot selection, the Pacers are attempting 38% of their shots from beyond the 3-point line, while the Spurs are opting for 45% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Indiana Pacers

How are the Pacers playing this season?

The Pacers comes into this game with a 24-19 record, and they are currently 5th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Pacers are 8-2 in their last 10 games.

Did the Pacers win their most recent game?

Yes, Pacers defeated the 76ers, 115-102. T.J. McConnell scored 26 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Pacers

The leading scorer for the Pacers this season is Pascal Siakam, who is averaging 20.1 points per game. In the last game, he scored 42.5 points in DraftKings and 44.1 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Pacers

Coming into the January 23rd, 2025 contest, Pascal Siakam leads the Pacers with 7.3 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 42.5 points in DraftKings and 44.1 fantasy points in FanDuel. Tyrese Haliburton has a team-high 8.8 assists per game. He scored 26.75 DraftKings points and 23.5 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Pacers is T.J. McConnell (1.2 steals per game). He has 22.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 24.9 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Myles Turner is leading the way for the Pacers with 2 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 38.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 35.2 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Pacers Team Analysis

The Pacers' point differential this season is 0.6 points per game, which ranks 14th in the NBA. They are averaging 115.2 points per game while allowing 114.6 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Pacers are making 12.6 shots per game, which ranks 20th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Pacers are making 16.4 per game, which ranks 20th in the NBA.

Projected Pacers Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Spurs, the Pacers' starting lineup consisted of Myles Turner, Pascal Siakam, Aaron Nesmith, Andrew Nembhard and Tyrese Haliburton. For the upcoming matchup, the Pacers has the following injuries: Isaiah Jackson is out (achilles) and James Wiseman is out (achilles).

San Antonio Spurs

How are the Spurs playing this season?

The Spurs head this game with a 19-22 record, and they are currently 12th in the Western Conference standings. The Spurs are 3-7 in their last 10 games.

Did the Spurs win their most recent game?

No, Spurs came up short against the Heat, 128-107. Victor Wembanyama scored 31 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Spurs

The leading scorer for the Spurs this season is Victor Wembanyama, who is averaging 24.4 points per game. Victor Wembanyama also leads the team in minutes played per game with 33.13. In the last game, scored 41.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 37.5 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Spurs

Victor Wembanyama is leading the way with 10.8 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 41.5 points in DraftKings and 37.5 in FanDuel. Chris Paul is dishing out a team-high 8.2 assists per game. He has 32 DraftKings fantasy points and 31.3 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Spurs' leader is Chris Paul with 1.3 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 32 DraftKings fantasy points and 31.3 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Spurs is Victor Wembanyama, who is sending back 4 shots per game. He scored 41.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 37.5 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Spurs Team Analysis

The Spurs' point differential this season is -1.4 points per game, which ranks 19th in the NBA. They are averaging 111.6 points per game while allowing 113 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Spurs are making 13.8 shots per game, which ranks 14th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Spurs are making 17 per game, which ranks 14th in the NBA.

Projected Spurs' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Pacers, the Spurs' starting five were Victor Wembanyama, Jeremy Sochan, Malaki Branham, Devin Vassell and Tre Jones. For the upcoming matchup, Spurs has the following injuries: Riley Minix is out (shoulder) and Jeremy Sochan is out (back).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Pacers coming into this game as -2.5 point favorites the suggestion is to bet at the Pacers.

Money Line betting suggestion

Pacers are a -2.5 money line favorite for the game against the Spurs, and the suggestion is to pick the Pacers.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Pacers and Spurs is 229.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the under.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Pacers and Spurs have combined for just 4 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.