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LA Clippers vs Indiana Pacers February 6th 2025
At 10:30 ET, the Pacers (+173) will be in Los Angeles to take on the Clippers (-205) in a non-conference matchup. The Clippers (-5.5) are favored in this one and will be looking to snap a two-game losing streak.
This game will be played at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood and can be seen on FDSS. The Pacers are currently 4th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 28-21, while the Clippers are 6th in the West at 28-22.
Pacers vs. Clippers Key Information
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Indiana Pacers at Los Angeles Clippers
- Where: Inglewood at Intuit Dome
- Date: Thursday, February 6th
- Betting Odds LAC -5.5, IND +173 | LAC -205 O/U 228
The Pacers Can Win If…
The Pacers fell to 28-21 on the season after a 112-89 road loss to the Trail Blazers on Tuesday. Indiana, favored by 5 points, failed to cover the spread, and the game’s total of 201 points was well below the O/U line of 233.
After trailing 27-18 in the 1st quarter, Indiana held Portland to 18 points in the 2nd. However, an 11-0 run by the Blazers stretched the score from 55-52 to 66-52, and Portland pulled away in the 4th, outscoring the Pacers 34-23.
In their 112-89 loss to the Trail Blazers, the Pacers struggled offensively, shooting just 42% from the field and connecting on only 5 three-pointers at a 20.8% rate. Andrew Nembhard led the way with 17 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 60% from the floor.
Pascal Siakam added 16 points, while T.J. McConnell contributed 14 points, hitting 63.6% of his shots. Nembhard scored 6 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters, while McConnell added 4 points in each of the final two periods.
The Pacers put together a strong defensive effort in the 2nd quarter, holding the Trail Blazers to just 18 points, but they struggled in the 3rd and 4th quarters, allowing 33 and 34 points, respectively, in a 112-89 loss. Indiana held Portland to 44% shooting from the field.
Indiana allowed 14 three-pointers on 37% shooting from deep. The Trail Blazers also went to the line 17 times, making 16 free throws. Defensively, the Pacers recorded 11 steals and 6 blocks but gave up 16 offensive rebounds.
- Across their three previous road games, Indiana has an ATS mark of 1-2. Their straight up record in these matchups was 2-1 while averaging 112 points per game.
- As the betting underdog, the Pacers have an ATS record of 2-1 in their last three games. In these matchups their, straight up record was 2-1.
- Over their last three games, the Pacers have an over/under record of 1-2 and are 0-3 vs. the spread.
The Clippers Can Win If…
The Clippers fell to 28-22 on the season after a 122-97 home loss to the Lakers on Tuesday. Favored by 8.5 points, the Clippers not only lost but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 219 fell just short of the 221.5 O/U line.
A 10-0 Lakers run turned the game around, and the Clippers couldn’t recover. After trailing 45-29 after the 1st quarter, they were down 98-75 heading into the 4th. The Lakers outscored them 28-21 in the 2nd quarter, and the teams played evenly in the 3rd (25-25) before the Lakers edged them 24-22 in the final period.
In their 122-97 loss to the Lakers, the Clippers struggled offensively, shooting just 38.2% from the field and 29.3% from three-point range. Norman Powell led the way with 20 points, scoring 12 of those in the opening quarter.
Derrick Jones Jr. added 17 points, with 8 coming in the first and another 7 in the third. Bones Hyland contributed 12 points, all of which came in the final quarter.
The Clippers struggled defensively in the 1st quarter, giving up 45 points, but they tightened up as the game went on, allowing 28, 25, and 24 points in the remaining quarters. Still, they couldn’t overcome the Lakers’ hot shooting, who finished the game at 55% from the field.
From beyond the arc, the Lakers hit 18 threes at a 48% clip. The Clippers sent the Lakers to the line 23 times, where they made 14 free throws. Defensively, the Clippers recorded 9 steals and 5 blocks.
- In their last ten games at home, the Clippers have a straight up record of 4-6 while going 3-7 vs. the spread. The team averaged 108 points per game in this stretch.
- Going back to their last three games as the favorite, the Clippers have a straight up record of 1-2. But, their mark vs the spread was just 0-3.
- In their last three games, the Clippers have an over/under record of 1-2 and are 2-1 vs. the spread.
The Lean
Coming in as the underdogs at +5.5, we have the Pacers as the way to go on the point spread. Not only do we have them covering, but our projections show they have a good one of winning this one straight-up, if you’re looking for a higher payout on the moneyline.
As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 228, and our model projects the Pacers and Clippers to reach a combined total of 271 points. Our bet is on taking the over.
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Pacers, Clippers Look to Rebound in Key Matchup
The Indiana Pacers (30-22) and Los Angeles Clippers (33-17) meet for the first time this season on Thursday night in Inglewood, California, with both teams looking to rebound after suffering disappointing losses on Tuesday.
Indiana’s defense has improved dramatically, led by Andrew Nembhard, the Eastern Conference Defensive Player of the Month for January. Meanwhile, the Clippers remain one of the NBA’s top defensive teams, ranking third in the league in points allowed per game (107.5) and opponents’ offensive rebounds allowed (10.0).
But after both teams struggled defensively in their last outings, this game will be a test of resilience.
Pacers Hit a Roadblock in Portland
The Pacers entered Tuesday on a four-game winning streak, but their momentum came to a screeching halt in a 112-89 blowout loss to the Trail Blazers.
🔹 Held under 90 points for only the second time this season
🔹 Shot just 39.4% from the field
🔹 Lost their six-game road winning streak
“(The Blazers) created a situation where the tempo and the physicality were dictated by them,” said Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle. “We’ve simply got to be better.”
Even Tyrese Haliburton, Indiana’s leading playmaker, struggled in Portland, managing just 14 points and five assists. Andrew Nembhard (17 points on 6-of-10 shooting) was one of the few bright spots.
Indiana has still won 12 of its last 15 games since the start of January, pushing them into fourth place in the Eastern Conference. But they need a strong showing against the Clippers to prove their loss to Portland was just a blip.
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Clippers Seeking Defensive Stability
The Clippers never found their rhythm in their 122-97 loss to the Lakers, trailing by as many as 24 points in the first half.
🔹 Gave up at least 122 points for the eighth time this season
🔹 Norman Powell (20 points) was the only bright spot
🔹 Kawhi Leonard (11 points) and James Harden (7 points) struggled
Leonard, who missed the first three months of the season with knee soreness, is still finding his form, according to Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue.
“Kawhi’s not Kawhi yet,” Lue said. “We got to play harder every night. We got to compete every single night to be in these games.”
The Clippers have lost four of their last seven games, and consistency remains an issue as they integrate Leonard back into the lineup.
Key Matchups to Watch
📌 Andrew Nembhard vs. James Harden: Nembhard has been a defensive force, but can he slow down Harden’s playmaking?
📌 Tyrese Haliburton vs. Russell Westbrook: Two dynamic guards known for their speed and passing ability.
📌 Kawhi Leonard vs. Pascal Siakam: A battle of two elite two-way forwards with history dating back to their time together in Toronto.
Final Thoughts: Who Will Bounce Back?
Both teams need a response after disappointing losses, but Indiana’s defense vs. the Clippers’ offensive firepower could be the deciding factor.
🏀 Will the Pacers prove their loss to Portland was just a setback?
🏀 Can the Clippers regain their defensive identity?
With both teams fighting for playoff positioning, expect an intense battle in Los Angeles.
