The Indiana Pacers (38-31) head to Detroit tonight to face the Pistons (12-56). The Pacers are coming off a 108-103 loss against the Cavaliers, while the Pistons are coming off a 119-94 loss against the Celtics. The Last time the two teams met back in February, the Pacers won 129-115.
Also, Detroit has been facing many struggles this season and can’t seem to find a groove that lasts. On the other hand, the Pacers have stayed relatively steady. While Detroit has no chance of touching the playoffs, Indiana sits in 7th in the play-in, which could lead to a playoff run if they make it through the tournament.
Indiana Pacers vs Detroit Pistons Betting Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | MoneyLine |
| Indiana Pacers | -9
-112 |
O 235
-110 |
-455 |
| Detroit Pistons | +9.5
-108 |
U 235
-110 |
+350 |
**Odds Courtesy of DraftKings and Subject to Change**
Indiana Pacers vs Detroit Suns Game Details
- Fixture: Indiana Pacers vs Detroit Pistons
- Date and Time: March 20, 2024 @ 7:00 pm EST
- Location: Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI
Apex Tale of the Tape
| Indiana Pacers | Vs. | Detroit Pistons |
| 38-31 | Record | 12-56 |
| 122.8 | Points Per Game | 111.7 |
| 50.4 | FG% | 46.9 |
| 37.2 | 3PT% | 35.4 |
| 41.4 | Rebounds Per Game | 43.9 |
| 120.9 | Points Allowed Per Game | 120.1 |
| 50 | Defensive FG% | 48.9 |
| 37.2 | Defensive 3PT% | 37.3 |
| 78.5 | Defensive FT% | 81 |
| 43.2 | Defensive Rebounds Against | 42.6 |
| 3-2 | Last 5 W-L | 2-3 |
| 101.98 | Team Pace | 100.22 |
Key Stats
Indiana Pacers
The last stretch for the Indiana Pacers has been up and down. Every time they win a gam, it seems they lose one or two of their next ones. Pascal Siakam has been their steadiest player, with 21.5 points per game. His minutes have been huge as All-Star Tyrese Haliburton has been struggling at the three-point line. Siakam is coming off a 19-point night in the team’s loss against the Cavaliers, while Haliburton had 14 points. People can also look for Myles Turner to have a solid showing as he averages 17.2 per game.
Detroit Pistons
It is safe to say the Detroit Pistons season hasn’t been pretty. However, they do have some players giving them solid stats that will hopefully continue in the future. Cade Cunningham is leading in points per game with 22.2. He did not play in their last game against the Boston Celtics, but he is currently not listed on the injury report. You can expect him to have a solid showing. Another player to watch is Jaden Ivey, who is averaging 15.3 per game and is coming off of a 21-point game against the Celtics.
Injury Report
Indiana Pacers
- Bennedict Mathurin – Out
- Doug McDermott – Questionable
- Quenton Jackson – Questionable
- Oscar Tshiebwe – Questionable
- Isaiah Wong – Questionable
Detroit Pistons
- Quentin Grimes – Out
- Isaiah Stewart – Out
- Ausar Thompson – Out
- Simone Fontecchio – Questionable
- Taj Gibson – Questionable
Game Prediction
Though the Pacers have had some struggles, it is nothing close to what’s been going on with the Pistons. Expect Detroit to put up a fight, but with how fast and tricky this Pacers team is, it’s going to be tough. With big man Isaiah Stewart out, Pascal Siakam should easily be able to score in the paint. This will most likely end with a solid Pacers win.
Final Pick
Indiana Pacers: -9 and Over 235
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