Spurs vs. Pacers Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 25th, 2025

Arena and City where Spurs vs. Pacers will be playing

The Spurs and Pacers will face off on January 25th, 2025, 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 Spurs vs. Pacers betting tip and prediction

At 11:00 on January 25th, 2025, the Western Conference and Eastern Conference will meet in this thrilling NBA contest. The Spurs enters as 2 point underdogs in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Spurs were -7.5 point favorites and won the game against Pacers, 117-105. The over/under for the upcoming game is 232.5 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 227 points, and the under was victorious.

In the 2024-2025 basketball season, the importance of the 3-point shot in the game cannot be overstated. Let's analyze how different teams are faring from long distance. The Spurs are currently knocking down 34.8% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their sharpshooting skills. Meanwhile, the Pacers are impressively converting 37.1% of their shots from beyond the arc. When it comes to shot selection, the Spurs are dedicating 45% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Pacers are taking 38% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

San Antonio Spurs

How are the Spurs playing this season?

The Spurs comes into this game with a 20-22 record, and they are currently 12th in the Western Conference standings. The Spurs are 4-6 in their last 10 games.

Did the Spurs win their most recent game?

Yes, Spurs defeated the Pacers, 140-110. Victor Wembanyama scored 31 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Spurs

The leading scorer for the Spurs this season is Victor Wembanyama, who is averaging 24.6 points per game. He scored 31 points on 11-for-17 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Pacers. In the last game, he scored 66.25 points in DraftKings and 66.2 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Spurs

Coming into the January 25th, 2025 contest, Victor Wembanyama leads the Spurs with 10.8 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 66.25 points in DraftKings and 66.2 fantasy points in FanDuel. Chris Paul has a team-high 8.2 assists per game. He scored 25.5 DraftKings points and 25.1 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Spurs is Chris Paul (1.3 steals per game). He has 25.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 25.1 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Victor Wembanyama is leading the way for the Spurs with 4 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 66.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 66.2 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Spurs Team Analysis

The Spurs' point differential this season is -0.7 points per game, which ranks 17th in the NBA. They are averaging 112.3 points per game while allowing 113 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Spurs are making 13.9 shots per game, which ranks 11th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Spurs are making 16.8 per game, which ranks 15th in the NBA.

Projected Spurs Starting Lineup and Injuries

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

Indiana Pacers

How are the Pacers playing this season?

The Pacers head this game with a 24-20 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?

No, Pacers came up short against the Spurs, 140-110. T.J. McConnell scored 26 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Pacers

The leading scorer for the Pacers this season is Pascal Siakam, who is averaging 20.1 points per game. Pascal Siakam also leads the team in minutes played per game with 34.4. He scored 21 points on 10-for-17 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Spurs. In the last game, scored 34 DraftKings fantasy points and 32.8 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Pacers

Pascal Siakam is leading the way with 7.3 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 34 points in DraftKings and 32.8 in FanDuel. Tyrese Haliburton is dishing out a team-high 8.8 assists per game. He has 27.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 25.9 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Pacers' leader is T.J. McConnell with 1.2 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 14.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 16.2 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Pacers is Myles Turner, who is sending back 1.9 shots per game. He scored 20.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 20.6 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Pacers Team Analysis

The Pacers' point differential this season is -0.1 points per game, which ranks 15th in the NBA. They are averaging 115 points per game while allowing 115.1 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Pacers are making 12.6 shots per game, which ranks 19th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Pacers are making 16.2 per game, which ranks 21st in the NBA.

Projected Pacers' Starting Lineup and Injuries

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

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Spurs coming into this game as 2 point underdogs the suggestion is to bet at the Spurs.

Money Line betting suggestion

Spurs are a 2 money line underdog for the game against the Pacers, and the suggestion is to pick the Pacers.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Spurs and Pacers is 232.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the under.

Will there be Overtime?

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