The Clippers are gearing up to take on the Indiana Pacers on Monday, Mar 25. The game is slated for 10:30 ET and will be broadcast on BSSC. Los Angeles comes into this game as 5.5-point favorites with the total set at 233. How will this matchup unfold? Let’s get into the Clippers vs. Pacers predictions below.
Clippers vs. Pacers Odds
- Spread: Clippers -5.5
- Total 233
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Game Info
- Date: Monday, Mar 25
- Time: 10:30 ET
- Location: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles CA
- TV: BSSC
Pacers Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Pacers have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- Across their ten previous road games, Indiana has an ATS mark of 5-5. Their straight up record in these matchups was 6-4 while averaging 119 points per game.
- Indiana has done well both straight up and vs the spread as the underdog, going 4-1 SU and 4-1 ATS in their last five games.
Clippers Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Clippers have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 1-4 vs. the spread.
- Through their last five home contests, the Clippers offense has averaged 118 points per game while allowing an average of 111. Los Angeles posted an overall record of 4-1 while going 2-3 ATS.
- Although the Clippers have a strong straight up record in their last five games as the betting favorite, they have not done as well vs the spread going 2-3.
Are the Pacers Ready for a Road Win?
Indiana’s games have averaged a combined 244.1 points per game this season, which is higher than today’s O/U line of 233. Overall, the Pacers have a record of 36-36-0 on the O/U.
In the Eastern Conference, Indiana is currently in 6th place with a record of 40-32. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 28-17 compared to 12-15 against the West.
On the road, the Pacers are 19-17 straight-up and 20-15 ATS. Their ATS record for the season is 38-32. As the underdog, they are 20-17 straight-up and 22-13 on the road.
Indiana’s last game against the Lakers finished with a combined score of 295 points (150-145). The O/U line for that game was 239.5, and the Pacers were 2.5-point underdogs. The loss dropped their ATS record to 38-32 for the season.
When it comes to scoring, the Pacers are the top team in the NBA, averaging 123.1 points per game. This season, they have scored at least the league average in 72.2% of their games.
Indiana’s scoring has been even better on the road, where they are averaging 121.1 points per game. Overall, they have a field goal percentage of 50%, which is the best in the NBA.
So far, the Pacers have been one of the best teams at getting to the rim, ranking first in two-point field goal percentage and second in two-point field goal attempts. They are also one of the league leaders in assists, averaging 30.7 per game.
As they prepare for the upcoming game, the Pacers is focused on shoring up their defense, as they are currently allowing an average of 121.0 points per game (29th). Opponents are hitting 56.3% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they’re also connecting on 37.1% of their three-point attempts.
Will the Clippers Win at Home?
The Clippers are favored by 5.5 points today and have gone 41-15 as the favorite this season. In the Western Conference, they are currently in 4th place with a record of 44-26.
Against the spread, the Clippers are 34-36 for the season, and they have failed to cover the spread in their last four home games. At home, they are 16-18 ATS and have an average scoring differential of +3.9 points per game.
So far this season, the Clippers have an O/U record of 32-37-1, and the over has hit in their last three games. On average, their games have combined for 229.1 points per game.
In their most recent game, the Clippers lost to the 76ers by a score of 121-107. The O/U line for that game was 215.5, and the Clippers were favored by 9 points. This dropped their ATS record to 30-26 as the favorite.
When looking at their Western Conference record, the Clippers are 27-18 compared to 17-8 in non-conference games. On the road, they are 22-14 compared to 22-12 at home.
At home, the Clippers are scoring 115.8 points per game this season, which is 15th in the NBA. Overall, they are 12th in the league with an average of 116.5 points per game.
So far this season, the Clippers have outscored the NBA scoring average in 52.9% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 27th in the league at 96.5 possessions per game.
When it comes to field goal percentage, the Clippers are 6th in the NBA at 49%. They are also 6th in true shooting percentage.
The Clippers’ defense is presently ranked 12th in the league, allowing an average of 112.7 points per contest. In their previous game, the Clippers’ defense struggled against the 76ers, giving up 121 points on a field goal percentage of 53%.
Clippers vs. Pacers Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Kawhi Leonard and his points prop of 24.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -110 while the under is at -120. Our model predicts that Kawhi Leonard will finish with 21 points, 5 rebounds, and 3. As for his points prop, we favor the under at 24.5.
- The Prop: Kawhi Leonard Under 24.5 Points (-120)
Clippers vs. Pacers Predictions
In this Pacers vs. Clippers matchup, our point-spread bet is on the Pacers at +5.5. While we project the Clippers to win 115-113, our recommendation is to bet on the Pacers for the point-spread.
As for the over/under, the line is currently at 233, and our model projects the Pacers and Clippers to reach a combined total of 228 points. Our bet is on taking the under.
The Pick: Pacers +5.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook