Los Angeles Lakers vs. Indiana Pacers: Betting Odds and Expert Predictions
The Los Angeles Lakers (46-26) visit the Indiana Pacers (16-56) on Wednesday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. ET. Filmogaz.com previews the matchup and the betting context.
Recent meeting and season series
The teams met on March 6, when the Lakers won 128-117 at home.
The Lakers covered a nine-point spread and the Over (234.5) cashed in that game. Luka Doncic was credited with 44 points in that contest.
Standings and form
Los Angeles sits third in the Western Conference. They trail the San Antonio Spurs by eight games for second.
The Lakers hold a 1.5-game cushion over fourth-place Denver. Los Angeles lost 113-110 in Detroit on Monday.
They failed to cover as 1.5-point favorites, and the Under (224.5) cashed. Doncic led the team with 32 points.
Indiana has been eliminated from playoff contention. The Pacers beat Orlando 128-126 on Monday.
Indiana covered as 10.5-point underdogs and the Over (234.5) hit. Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 37 points.
Betting odds and market
Filmogaz.com provides the current betting odds and expert predictions context below.
Lines provided by BetMGM. Last update: 10:51 a.m. ET.
| Market | Line |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Lakers -600 | Pacers +425 |
| Against the Spread | Lakers -10.5 (-110) | Pacers +10.5 (-110) |
| Over/Under | 238.5 (O: -105 | U: -115) |
Injury report
- Lakers: Rul Hachimura (calf) questionable, Marcus Smart (ankle) doubtful, Adou Thiero (knee) questionable.
- Pacers: Andrew Nembhard (calf) probable, Aaron Nesmith (ankle) probable, Pascal Siakam (knee) probable.
- Also for Indiana: Obi Toppin (foot) probable. Ivica Zubac (ribs) is out.
Trends and situational notes
The Lakers are 8-2 against the spread over their last 10 games. Indiana is 4-6 ATS in its last 10.
These teams combined for 245 points in their last meeting. The Pacers have hit the Over in five straight games.
The Lakers are 5-5 on totals over their past 10 games.
Picks and expert predictions
Filmogaz.com projects a Lakers win, 128-115. Expect Los Angeles to cover the spread.
Primary pick: Lakers -10.5 (-110). Alternate play: Over 238.5 (-105).
Rationale: disparity in records and recent form favors Los Angeles. The offensive trends support a high total.
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