If you’re on the hunt for predictions regarding Pacers vs. Lakers, look no further. The Lakers are hitting the road to challenge the Pacers on Friday, Mar 29 at 7:00 ET. Currently, the total is 242.5, with the Pacers being favored by 3.5. Keep reading to get our Pacers vs. Lakers player props and predictions.
Pacers vs. Lakers Odds
- Spread: Pacers -3.5
- Total 242.5
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Game Info
- Date: Friday, Mar 29
- Time: 7:00 ET
- Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis IN
- TV: BSIN
Lakers Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Lakers have an over/under record of 4-1 and are 4-1 vs. the spread.
- In their last ten games away from home, the Lakers have a straight up record of 7-3 while going 6-4 vs. the spread. The team averaged 119 points per game in this stretch.
- The Lakers have played well in their last five games as the betting underdog, going 4-1 straight up and 4-1 against the spread.
Pacers Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Pacers have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- Through their last ten home contests, the Pacers offense has averaged 119 points per game while allowing an average of 117. Indiana posted an overall record of 6-4 while going 6-4 ATS.
- Going back to their previous three games as the favorite, Indiana has an ATS mark of 1-2 while going 1-2 straight up.
Will the Lakers Defense Show Up on the Road?
The Lakers have won five straight games and are currently 9th in the Western Conference with a record of 41-32. In the Pacific Division, they are in 4th place.
On the road, the Lakers are 14-20 this season and have won their last two games away from home. Against the spread, they are 15-19 on the road.
As the underdog, the Lakers are 14-19 this season and have covered the spread in three straight games as the underdog. Today, they are getting 3.5 points.
In their most recent game, the Lakers defeated the Grizzlies by a score of 136-124. The O/U line for that game was 224 points. This marked the Lakers’ 3rd straight game going over the O/U line.
This season, the Lakers have an O/U record of 42-31 and their games have averaged a combined 235.9 points. Today’s O/U line is set at 242.5 points.
When it comes to scoring, the Lakers have been one of the best teams in the league this season. They are currently 7th in the NBA in points per game at 118.1. On the road, they are averaging 116.9 points per game.
So far this season, the Lakers have outscored the NBA scoring average in 54.8% of their games. They have also been above their own scoring average in their last three games.
When it comes to pace, the Lakers are 3rd in the NBA at 101.2 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 3rd in the league at 49%.
Facing Indiana, the Lakers aims for a better defensive performance, given their current average of 117.8 points allowed per game (23rd). Inside the arc, the Lakers defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 54.2% and 37.4% from three-point territory.
Can Indiana Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?
Indiana’s games have averaged a combined 243.9 points per game this season, which is higher than today’s O/U line of 242.5. The team’s O/U record for the season is 37-37.
In Pacers games, the average over/under line has been 241.9 points. Today’s line of 242.5 is slightly higher than that.
Indiana’s last game finished with a combined score of 224 points, falling short of the O/U line of 234.5. The Pacers lost to the Bulls by a score of 125-99.
Indiana’s ATS record for the season is 39-33, including a record of 18-17 at home and 21-16 on the road. As the favorite, they are 16-20 vs. the spread and 20-16 overall.
Overall, the Pacers are 41-33 this season, which puts them in 6th place in the Eastern Conference. Against the East, they are 28-18 and 11-5 in their division.
When it comes to scoring, the Pacers are the top team in the league, averaging 122.9 points per game. At home, they are even better, averaging 125.1 points per game.
Indiana’s offense is built on their ability to get to the basket, as they lead the league in two-point field goal percentage at 58%. Overall, they are shooting 50% from the field, which is also the best mark in the NBA.
So far this season, the Pacers have outscored the NBA scoring average in 71.6% of their games. However, they have struggled from the free-throw line, ranking just 23rd in free throw attempts per game.
On defense, the Pacers come into the game ranked 29th in the league in points allowed at 120.9 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 130.3 points per contest (28th). When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Pacers squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 56.3% inside the arc, and they’re also giving up 37.1% from downtown.
Pacers vs. Lakers Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Tyrese Haliburton and his points prop of 18.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -108 while the under is at -127. Considering his prop is set at 18.5, our model recommends taking the over, as we expect him to finish with 21. We anticipate him shooting 50.0% from the field and making three threes.
- The Prop: Tyrese Haliburton Over 18.5 Points (-108)
Pacers vs. Lakers Predictions
Entering the game as underdogs with a spread of +3.5, the Lakers is our point spread pick. Our projections not only see them covering the spread but also indicate a solid chance of an outright victory. This is a good choice for those looking for a higher moneyline payout.
As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 242.5 and our model has the Lakers and Pacers finishing with a combined 233 points. Our pick is to take the under.
The Pick: Lakers +3.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook