Indiana Pacers vs
Oklahoma City ThunderPredictions & Preview

Thunder Favored Over Pacers in Highly Anticipated Rematch showdown

In this upcoming matchup between the Indiana Pacers and the Oklahoma City Thunder, both playoff teams will collide once again on Saturday at 8:00 p.m. EST at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City previously beat Indiana by six points on the road in December. Indiana has a record of 43-30 and is 8-2 in their last 10 games, while Oklahoma City has a record of 61-13 and is 9-1 in their last 10 games. Oklahoma City is the betting favorite with a current line of -10. Stay tuned for the full Pacers vs. Thunder prediction to see who will come out on top in this explosive matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Pacers +365 | Thunder -480
• Spread: Pacers +10 (-110) | Thunder -10 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 236.75 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Oklahoma City will win straight-up is 83%.

Indiana vs Oklahoma City Stats

Indiana Pacers

The Indiana Pacers showcased their offensive prowess in a dominating victory on Thursday night, scoring 162 points on the road. As they aim for a playoff spot and a higher seed in the Eastern Conference, the Pacers rely on their strong offensive rating, top 10 shooting efficiency, and low turnover rate. However, they struggle with free throw attempts and offensive rebounding. Defensively, the Pacers have been solid recently, holding most opponents under 110 points and forcing turnovers. They rank high in three-point defense but struggle with field goal percentage allowed. With an overall power ranking of 9, the Pacers excel on offense, shooting well from all levels, but have room for improvement on defense in order to contain their upcoming opponent, the Thunder.

Oklahoma City Thunder Analysis

The Oklahoma City Thunder are currently on an eight-game winning streak and hold the best record in the league. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is leading the charge with an impressive 32.9 points per game and is a front-runner for MVP. The team's defense is top-notch, with the best defensive rating in the NBA and leading in three-point defense and second in rim defense. They also force the most turnovers per game. Offensively, the Thunder rank fourth in scoring and shoot well from all levels. However, they struggle with allowing free throw attempts. Despite some key injuries, the Thunder are poised to continue their success. In their upcoming rematch, they will need to address their weakness in free throw defense to secure another victory.

Oklahoma City Thunder Dominating Against the Spread with Impressive Record

The Oklahoma City Thunder have demonstrated their prowess both on the court and with their impressive record against the spread. With a strong track record of success, including an 11-1 record in their previous 12 games (11-1-0 ATS), the Thunder are a formidable opponent, particularly on their home court. In contrast, the Indiana Pacers have struggled in recent matchups, posting a 3-10-0 ATS record in their past 13 games. The Thunder's exceptional ball security and defensive prowess are likely to prove insurmountable for the Pacers, who also face challenges in rebounding. Given these factors, it is advisable to have confidence in the Thunder's ability to once again beat the spread.

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