The Lakers are in a slump, and they are losing their pace compared to when Luka Doncica came to town. They head to Indianapolis to meet the Pacers, who play very good basketball and have huge momentum.
Los Angeles Lakers News
The purple and gold lost three straight games, complicating their position in the Western standings. With a 43-28 record, they sit fourth now and need to wake up to avoid further fall.
NBA odds see them as slight favorites in this event, though losses to Milwaukee, Chicago, and Orlando suggest otherwise. The combined defeat margin in these three contests was 72 points, which indicates a downturn in the Lakers’ form.
Indiana Pacers News
Rick Carlisle’s Pacers have posted five consecutive victories. The team is now fourth in the West and has home-court advantage in the opening rounds of the NBA playoffs. They beat the Mavericks and had a pair of wins against the Nets and the Timberwolves.
This will be the Pacers’ fifth straight game at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse. They are using the home-court advantage very well these days. Right now, the team from Indianapolis has eight wins in a row in front of their own fans.
LA Lakers vs. Indiana Pacers Head to Head
Los Angeles Lakers have defeated the Pacers in early February, 124-117. That was the sole match between these two units this season.
LA Lakers vs. Indiana Pacers Betting Predictions
The Lakers don’t look very good, and the recent results suggest that as well. There’s a slight chance that LeBron might not play, yet even with him in the lineup, the Pacers would be our pick. Their latest results are positive: the team plays well and finds solutions how to win. Plus, they are playing at home, unlike the Lakers who are on the road.
Betting Tip: Pacers +1.5
Bookmaker: BetOnline
Odds: 1.89
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