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Miami Heat vs Indiana Pacers Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: November 17, 2024 at 5:00 PM ET

Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse — Indianapolis, IN

Article updated Nov 17, 6:00 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Miami Heat will be looking to continue their recent success on the road as they take on the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Sunday night. Miami, coming off a

Game outlook

The Miami Heat will be looking to continue their recent success on the road as they take on the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Sunday night. Miami, coming off a victory over the Pacers on Friday, holds a 6-4 record in their last 10 meetings. Indiana is favored to win by 2.5 points, but Miami will be looking to defy the odds once again. Stay tuned for the Miami Heat vs. Indiana Pacers prediction to see which team comes out on top in this Eastern Conference matchup.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Heat +123 | Pacers -143

Spread: Heat +2.5 (-110) | Pacers -2.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 229 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Indiana will win straight-up is 59%.

Miami Heat

The Miami Heat bounced back from a recent loss to the Pistons with a win over the Pacers in the NBA Cup, marking their second win in three games. They will look to continue this momentum in their upcoming game against the Pacers. Miami averages 111.5 points per game, with Bam Adebayo leading the team with an impressive performance in the last game. However, they have struggled defensively, giving up an average of 111.2 points per game. Jimmy Butler is questionable for the next game. In terms of rankings, Miami is ranked 20th in offense and 10th in defense, with a 5-6 record for the season. Their shooting percentages and rebounding stats are also outlined. If you need assistance with NBA predictions, the Best NBA Cappers can help.

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Indiana Pacers Analysis

The Indiana Pacers are looking to bounce back from recent losses as they face the Miami Heat. Despite averaging 113.6 points per game, their defense has been lacking, allowing 117.2 points per game. Key players like Obi Toppin and Tyrese Haliburton have been performing well offensively, but the team will need to sharpen up defensively to secure a win. Injuries to Aaron Nesmith and Andrew Nembhard may impact their lineup. When assessing their overall performance, the Pacers rank 14 for offense and 23 for defense. The team has a record of 5-7, and they will need to improve their defensive stats like field goal percentage and free throw defense to come out on top against the Heat.

Miami Heat's Strong Form Makes Them Favorites Against Struggling Indiana Pacers

The Miami Heat have demonstrated strong performance in the last three games, winning two of them. On the contrary, the Indiana Pacers have lost two of their last three games. Despite Indiana's superior offensive capabilities, Miami holds the advantage going into this match-up due to their recent form. The Heat have been averaging over 113 points per game and shooting at a 48 percent accuracy rate in their last three games, outperforming the Pacers who have scored an average of 111 points with a 46 percent shooting accuracy. Additionally, Miami excels in rebounding, particularly in offensive rebounds, which generates more scoring opportunities for them. Furthermore, Miami's efficient ball security will limit the Pacers' scoring chances. On the defensive front, the Pacers have struggled, allowing over 120 points per game at home. Given these factors, it is recommended to place your bet on Miami to cover the spread.

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SportsJaw Heat vs Pacers archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Heat vs Pacers matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Miami Heat+120 → +139Moved
  • Moneyline · Indiana Pacers-145 → -160Moved
  • Spread · Miami Heat+2.5 (-110) → +3.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Indiana Pacers-2.5 (-110) → -3.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over229 (-110) → 228 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under229 (-110) → 228 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Miami Heat
0-4 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Indiana Pacers
2-2 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 8-2-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-11-17T23:00:57.217Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Miami Heat bounced back from a recent loss to the Pistons with a win over the Pacers in the NBA Cup, marking their second win in three games. They will look to continue this momentum in their upcoming game against the Pacers. Miami averages 111.5 points per game, with Bam Adebayo leading the team with an impressive performance in the last game. However, they have struggled defensively, giving up an average of 111.2 points per game. Jimmy Butler is questionable for the next game. In terms of rankings, Miami is ranked 20th in offense and 10th in defense, with a 5-6 record for the season. Their shooting percentages and rebounding stats are also outlined. If you need assistance with NBA predictions, the Best NBA Cappers can help.

The Indiana Pacers are looking to bounce back from recent losses as they face the Miami Heat. Despite averaging 113.6 points per game, their defense has been lacking, allowing 117.2 points per game. Key players like Obi Toppin and Tyrese Haliburton have been performing well offensively, but the team will need to sharpen up defensively to secure a win. Injuries to Aaron Nesmith and Andrew Nembhard may impact their lineup. When assessing their overall performance, the Pacers rank 14 for offense and 23 for defense. The team has a record of 5-7, and they will need to improve their defensive stats like field goal percentage and free throw defense to come out on top against the Heat.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-11-15Miami Heat 124 · Indiana Pacers 111
  • 2024-04-07Miami Heat 115 · Indiana Pacers 117
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Indiana Pacers defeated Miami Heat 119-110

Indiana Pacers defeated Miami Heat 119-110 on November 17, 2024, a 9-point decision in the series. Indiana Pacers' strongest period was the 1st quarter, when it outscored its opponent 28-20. Against SportsJaw's recorded Miami Heat +3.5 (-110) spread, Indiana Pacers covered, while the 229 combined points finished over the recorded total of 228.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • JamescashiolaSpread · Miami Heat +2.5 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioSpread · Miami Heat +2.5 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Under 229 (-110)Push
  • OddssharkSpread · Indiana Pacers -2.5 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 229 (-110)Push