Indiana Pacers vs Philadelphia 76ers Picks and Predictions October 27th 2024

The Pacers (-321) are favored by 8 points over the 76ers (+260) in this Eastern Conference matchup. The over/under line for the game is 229. Philadelphia is 0-2 on the season, while Indiana is 1-1. Tip-off is set for 3:30 ET at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. NBCS will have the TV coverage.

Philadelphia (+260) is looking for its first win of the season as it takes on Indiana (-321) in an Eastern Conference showdown. The Pacers are favored by 8 points, and the over/under line is 229. The game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The 76ers are 0-2 on the year, while the Pacers are 1-1. NBCS will broadcast the matchup.

76ers vs. Pacers Key Information

• Sport: NBA
• Teams: Philadelphia 76ers at Indiana Pacers
• Where: Indianapolis at Gainbridge Fieldhouse
• Date: Sunday, October 27th
• Betting Odds IND -8, PHI +260 | IND -321 O/U 229

The 76ers Can Win If…

The 76ers fell to 0-2 on the season after a 115-107 loss to the Raptors on Friday. Philadelphia, who were -4.5 point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 222 narrowly exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 219.5.

After leading 31-30 after the 1st quarter, the 76ers were outscored 32-25 in the 2nd. An 11-0 run by the Raptors in the 4th quarter extended their lead from 89-79 to 100-79, and while the 76ers tried to rally, outscoring Toronto 30-32 in the final period, it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.

In their 115-107 loss to the Raptors, the 76ers shot just 38.2% from the field and hit 9 threes at a 31% clip. Kelly Oubre led the way with 28 points, shooting 52.9% from the floor and 50% from deep, knocking down 3 threes.

Tyrese Maxey added 24 points, though he struggled with his shot, hitting just 26.1% overall and 16.7% from three. Oubre scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while Maxey had 13 in the 1st. Kyle Lowry and Caleb Martin each contributed 8 points in the final period.

Defensively, the 76ers had a strong 3rd quarter, holding the Raptors to 21 points, but they allowed 32 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters, leading to a 115-107 loss. Philadelphia did well in limiting Toronto’s three-point shooting, giving up just 6 threes on 26% shooting.

However, the Raptors made 39 free throws on 46 attempts. The 76ers also allowed 18 offensive rebounds. On the positive side, they recorded 11 steals and 5 blocks.

• Philadelphia has a 2-3 record in their last five road games. In this stretch, they averaged 111 points per game while allowing 112. The team also performed well vs the spread at 3-2.
• Going back to their previous five games as the underdog, Philadelphia has an ATS mark of 3-2 while going 2-3 straight up.
• Over their last five games, the 76ers have an over/under record of 4-1 and are 1-4 vs. the spread.

The Pacers Can Win If…

The Pacers dropped to 1-1 on the season after a 123-98 loss to the Knicks on Friday. Indiana, who entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total score of 221 points fell short of the 228.5 O/U line.

After a close 1st quarter (25-24), the Knicks pulled away by outscoring the Pacers 36-21 in the 2nd and 34-19 in the 3rd. Indiana finished strong, winning the 4th quarter 34-28, but it was too late as they entered the final period trailing 95-64.

In their 115-107 loss to the Raptors, the 76ers shot just 38.2% from the field and made 9 three-pointers at a 31% clip. Kelly Oubre led the way with 28 points, hitting 3 threes at 50% efficiency, while Tyrese Maxey added 24 points despite shooting 26.1% overall and 16.7% from deep.

Oubre scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, and Kyle Lowry added 8 of his 14 points in the final period. Maxey had a strong start with 13 points in the 1st quarter, but managed just 5 points the rest of the way.

Defensively, the Pacers struggled against the Knicks, giving up 123 points on 52% shooting. Their toughest stretch came in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, where they allowed 36 and 34 points, respectively.

Indiana also had trouble defending the perimeter, as New York shot 44% from three, hitting 12 threes. The Pacers sent the Knicks to the line 29 times, where they converted 23 free throws.

• When looking at their past five home matchups, Indiana has an ATS record of 3-2 while averaging 116 per game. The team went 2-3 overall in these games.
• As the betting favorite, the Pacers have an ATS record of 4-1 in their last five games. In these matchups their, straight up record was 5-0.
• In their last three games, the Pacers have an over/under record of 2-1 and are 3-0 vs. the spread.

The Lean

We’re putting our money on the Pacers to win, and have the projected score sitting at 132-113. We also like them to cover the spread, so our recommendation is to bet on the Pacers at -8.

As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 229, and our model projects the 76ers and Pacers to reach a combined total of 245 points. Our bet is on taking the over.

76ers and Pacers Aim to Find Early Season Groove in Key Sunday Matchup

The Philadelphia 76ers and Indiana Pacers, each eager to stabilize their early-season form, clash on Sunday afternoon in Indianapolis. Philadelphia, still searching for its first win, faces the added challenge of missing Joel Embiid, who remains out due to left knee maintenance—a situation drawing scrutiny as the NBA assesses the absence of their star center. The Pacers, meanwhile, are seeking redemption in their home opener following a tough 123-98 loss to the New York Knicks.

Philadelphia’s Shooting Woes and Embiid’s Absence

Without Embiid’s presence in the paint, the 76ers are heavily reliant on their perimeter play, a strategy that’s still finding its footing. Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre have taken on the scoring load, but shooting consistency has been elusive. Oubre scored an impressive 28 points in Friday’s 115-107 loss to the Toronto Raptors, and Maxey added 24 points, though he struggled from long range, converting only 2 of 12 3-point attempts. The team’s overall shooting from beyond the arc sits at just 28.3%, a number that needs to climb if they’re to compete in Embiid’s absence.

Coach Nick Nurse has highlighted the challenge of adjusting rotations with Andre Drummond stepping in for Embiid but facing foul trouble. Drummond has collected 10 fouls across the first two games, forcing Nurse to explore various lineup combinations. Nurse stressed the importance of executing consistently, saying, “Our execution on the offensive end was really poor, and our execution on the defensive end was average at best.”

Indiana’s Struggle for Consistency and Haliburton’s Refocus

The Pacers are looking to bounce back after a promising opener but a rough follow-up against the Knicks. Tyrese Haliburton, who emerged as an All-NBA player last season, struggled on Friday, going scoreless on 0-of-8 shooting, including a tough 0-for-7 from deep. Indiana shot just 3 of 30 from beyond the arc as a team, and they’re keen to shake off that performance and find their rhythm.

Despite the loss, Bennedict Mathurin shone, scoring 20 points on an efficient 8-of-13 from the field and building on a solid debut with 19 points off the bench. Haliburton is determined to turn the page and focus on his shooting: “I’m going to get in the gym and I’m going to shoot. We’re all gonna shoot and we’re going to be ready to go on Sunday.” As the team’s lead playmaker, he’ll also aim to boost his assist numbers, with just nine assists across two games so far.

Key Factors to Watch

Maxey and Oubre’s Leadership
With Embiid sidelined, Philadelphia will look to Maxey and Oubre to lead the charge. Both have shown they can score, but consistent shooting will be critical to overcoming Indiana’s defense.

Haliburton’s Response
Haliburton’s shooting and playmaking are crucial to Indiana’s success. His refocus and preparation will be put to the test as he aims to turn in a bounce-back performance in front of the home crowd.

3-Point Shooting Battle
Both teams have struggled mightily from beyond the arc, and whichever team can improve from deep will gain a substantial edge. Indiana’s rough shooting game against New York and Philadelphia’s season-long struggles from 3-point range set up a critical area to watch.

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Game Outlook

This matchup offers both the 76ers and Pacers a chance to find their footing in the season’s early stretch. Philadelphia will aim to establish better rhythm on both ends without Embiid, while Indiana will look to capitalize on its home-court advantage and build momentum. Expect a competitive game as both teams look to escape their early-season slide and secure a much-needed victory.