The Dallas Mavericks (34-27) host the Indiana Pacers (34-28) on Tuesday. These teams are both positioned outside of the automatic playoff spot at the moment. However, these are sides that should be able to get things going in the postseason, but they’ll need a strong regular-season finish. Furthermore, the game will be the second of two games this year. However, the Pacers soundly defeated the Mavericks at home late in February. While that game ended by a 22-point margin, Dallas looks to make it closer tonight.
It’s also important to note that both sides are on a two-game losing streak right now. But those two losses came on the road for the Pacers, so they will look to grab a win tonight while in Dallas. Meanwhile, Dallas lost not only to a good Boston team but also to an undermanned Philadelphia side.
But who do you have winning tonight? Will Dallas get a win, or will the Pacers grab one on the road tonight?
Dallas Mavericks vs Indiana Pacers Betting Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | MoneyLine |
| Dallas | -5.5
-110 |
O 247.5
-112 |
-238 |
| Indiana | +5.5
-110 |
U 247.5
-108 |
+195 |
| **Odds Courtesy of DraftKings** | |||
Dallas Mavericks vs Indiana Pacers Game Details
- Fixture: Indiana @ Dallas
- Date and Time: March 5, 2024 @ 8:30 pm EST
- Location: American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX
Apex Tale of the Tape
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Dallas Mavericks |
vs. |
Indiana Pacers |
| 34-27 | Record | 34-28 |
| 118.7 | Points Per Game | 123.3 |
| 48.0 | FG% | 50.5 |
| 37.4 | 3PT% | 37.7 |
| 42.2 | Rebounds Per Game | 41.0 |
| 118.7 | Points Allowed Per Game | 122.0 |
| 48.0 | Defensive FG% | 50.5 |
| 37.4 | Defensive 3PT% | 37.7 |
| 75.7 | Defensive FT% | 78.7 |
| 42.4 | Defensive Rebounds Per Game | 43.0 |
| 1-4 | Last 5 W-L | 2-3 |
| 102.8 | Team Pace |
104.9 |
Key Stats
Dallas Mavericks
Dallas is trying to come into form and simply play good enough defense in order to go on a deep playoff run. Although they are sitting behind right now in the standings, most do not see an issue with them getting into the playoffs. Especially with the play of Luka Doncic, who is averaging 34.5 points per game and 9.7 assists per game, this team is good on offense. Moreover, Kyrie Irving is throwing in 25.7 points per game.
Therefore, this Dallas Mavericks team should have zero issues scoring against this Pacers team. And although their defense isn’t necessarily where it should be tonight, that should largely be a non-issue. With the offensive firepower of this team, Dallas should be able to get what they want in today’s game.
Indiana Pacers
Indiana is a team that needs Tyrese Haliburton to get out of his most recent slump. While he is the best player, his scoring production is down at the moment. Although he averages 21.8 points a game, he had a 12-point outing against the San Antonio Spurs and a zero-point game against the New Orleans Pelicans in 23 minutes of action.
Therefore, he needs to step up big time for the Indiana Pacers against the Dallas Mavericks. Meanwhile, Pascal Siakam is coming off a 21-point game against the Spurs. Additionally, TJ McConnell is coming off a 26-point performance. These two players are crucial, especially if Halliburton continues his struggles tonight against Dallas.
Game Prediction
This game should play out, with the Dallas Mavericks easily winning it. Although the defense remains a concern, this Indiana Pacers team has enough issues. Until Halliburton is able to put together a couple of good games, the Indiana team remains limited. Especially as McConnell and Siakam are the best scoring options at the moment, the ceiling is lower than for most teams.
Although those are two good players, if they are your main threat on offense, your team is going to have trouble winning regular season games. Especially with the Mavericks’ current run of play and how they lost their past games, they will make sure that they win this game tonight outright. Therefore, I’m not only picking them against the spread, but I also like the under here. Not only will the Dallas Mavericks win, but I don’t see the Pacers offense contributing enough to make the point total go over.
Final Pick
Dallas Mavericks -5.5 and Under 247.5
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