Jazz Aim for Rare Back-to-Back Wins With Pacers in Town

The Utah Jazz have struggled to build momentum all season, but they’ll get another chance when they host the Indiana Pacers on Monday night in Salt Lake City.

Fresh off a 113-99 win over Orlando, the Jazz are looking to win consecutive games for just the third time this season. However, they’ll have to slow down one of the NBA’s hottest teams to do it.

Pacers: The Hottest Team in 2025

Indiana (30-23) has been on fire since the new year, posting an 11-2 record in 2025. The Pacers have climbed into the No. 4 spot in the Eastern Conference, thanks to their elite ball movement and relentless offensive attack.

✅ Key Stats:

• Pacers’ Offense: Averaging 130+ points per game in their last three outings.
• Assists Per Game: Indiana has been top of the league in ball movement, averaging 31 assists per game in January and February.
• Tyrese Haliburton: The Pacers’ star point guard is dishing out 8.7 assists per game while keeping turnovers low.

📢 Coach Rick Carlisle:

The Pacers kicked off their four-game road trip with a 132-127 win over Atlanta, with Pascal Siakam (20 points, 9 rebounds) leading the way.

Can the Jazz Keep Their Momentum?

Utah (25-28) snapped an eight-game losing streak with a much-needed win over Orlando on Saturday.

⭐ Key Performers vs. Magic:

• Collin Sexton: 22 points, 8 assists
• John Collins: 19 points
• Tough Defense: Utah held Orlando to 33% shooting and just 22% from three.

📢 Coach Will Hardy:

The Jazz will need to replicate that defensive effort to slow down Indiana’s fast-paced attack.

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Matchup to Watch: Utah’s Paint Protection vs. Pacers’ Fast Play

Utah will lean on Walker Kessler, Lauri Markkanen, and John Collins to hold their ground inside. Indiana thrives in transition, but if Utah forces them into half-court sets, they may have a shot at pulling off the upset.

🔑 Keys to Victory:
📌 Jazz: Lock down the paint and force Indiana into contested jumpers.
📌 Pacers: Keep Haliburton orchestrating the offense and maintain high tempo.

Final Thoughts

The Jazz haven’t won consecutive games since early January, but a strong defensive effort could help them steal one at home. Meanwhile, the Pacers are rolling and will look to continue their dominant stretch heading into the All-Star break.

🔥 Tip-off is set for Monday night—will the Jazz pull off the upset, or will Indiana continue their tear through 2025?