Pacers vs Magic
Wed, Dec 31
Final
Pacers
Pacers
(6 - 27)
110
-
112
Magic
Magic
(18 - 15)
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacers | 28 | 38 | 29 | 15 | 110 |
| Magic | 31 | 37 | 26 | 18 | 112 |
Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
GAME LEADERS
PTS
REB
AST
Andrew Nembhard
IND | #2 | G/F
19
4
7
Paolo Banchero
ORL | #5 | F
29
10
4
Smart Game Analysis
Orlando Magic has a 62% chance of winning the game
Despite significant injuries on both sides, the Magic's superior depth and the Pacers' abysmal defensive form make Orlando the clear favorite to hand Indiana their tenth straight loss.
Key Analysis
- • Indiana is currently mired in a season-worst nine-game losing streak with a league-bottom 6-27 record.
- • The Pacers' defense has collapsed, allowing 125+ points in four of their last five games.
- • Tyrese Haliburton's season-ending Achilles injury leaves Indiana without their primary playmaker and offensive engine.
- • Orlando has dominated the recent head-to-head matchups, winning three of the last four meetings.
- • Paolo Banchero (19.8 PPG, 8.2 RPG) creates a significant mismatch against an Indiana frontcourt missing Isaiah Jackson and Obi Toppin.
- • To have a chance, the Pacers must rely on T.J. McConnell to push the pace and exploit Orlando's potential lack of guard depth if Suggs and Bane sit.
