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Philadelphia-76ers vs Indiana Pacers December 13th 2024
At 7:00 ET, the 76ers (-244) will host the Pacers (+202) in an Eastern Conference matchup. Philadelphia is favored by 6.5 and has won two straight games. The over/under line is set at 226.
This game will be played at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. The Pacers (10-15) are 9th in the Eastern Conference, while the 76ers (7-15) are 12th.
Pacers vs. 76ers Key Information
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Indiana Pacers at Philadelphia 76ers
- Where: Philadelphia at Wells Fargo Center
- Date: Friday, December 13th
- Betting Odds PHI -6.5, IND +202 | PHI -244 O/U 226
The Pacers Can Win If…
The Pacers fell to 10-15 on the season after a 113-109 home loss to the Hornets on Sunday. Indiana entered the game as -11.5 point favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total score of 222 points narrowly missed the O/U line of 222.5.
Indiana trailed 28-24 after the 1st quarter but bounced back with a 38-35 2nd quarter. The teams were even at 20 points each in the 3rd, and the Pacers entered the 4th quarter down 83-82. Charlotte edged out the Pacers 30-27 in the final period.
T.J. McConnell led the Pacers with 30 points and 6 assists in their 113-109 loss to the Hornets, shooting 73.7% from the field. Jarace Walker added 15 points, hitting 3 threes at a 75% rate, while Bennedict Mathurin contributed 11 points despite shooting just 36.4%.
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As a team, the Pacers shot 51.2% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 12 threes at 33.3%. McConnell scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while Mathurin added 7 of his 11 points in the final period.
Defensively, the Pacers struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 35 points, but they tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 20. Overall, they allowed 113 points on 51% shooting from the field in their loss to the Hornets.
Indiana had trouble defending the three, as Charlotte hit 14 threes at a 48% clip. The Pacers sent the Hornets to the line 26 times, where they made 19 free throws. Indiana also gave up 10 offensive rebounds but recorded 9 steals and 7 blocks.
- Across the Pacers last three road games, the team averaged 111 points per game while allowing 114. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 1-2, while going 1-2 straight-up.
- Looking back on the team’s last three games as the underdog, the Pacers have a straight up record of 0-3. Their record vs the spread in these games was 0-3.
- Over their last three games, the Pacers have an over/under record of 1-2 and are 1-2 vs. the spread.
The 76ers Can Win If…
The 76ers improved to 7-15 on the season with a 108-100 road win over the Bulls on Sunday. Philadelphia, favored by 3 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 208 points fell well short of the 236.5-point line.
After a 10-0 Bulls run early, the 76ers responded with a dominant 2nd quarter, outscoring Chicago 39-17. Philadelphia entered the 4th quarter with an 88-79 lead and held on for the win, despite being edged 21-20 in the final period.
Joel Embiid’s 31 points and 12 rebounds led the 76ers to a win over the Bulls, with 19 of his points coming in the 2nd quarter. Tyrese Maxey contributed a triple-double, finishing with 25 points, 14 assists, and 11 rebounds, adding 12 points in the 3rd quarter.
Philadelphia shot 46.7% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% of their threes, making 9 in total. Paul George and Kelly Oubre each added 12 points, with Oubre scoring 5 in the 4th quarter.
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After a rough 1st quarter, the 76ers’ defense tightened up, allowing just 17 points in the 2nd quarter to help secure a 108-100 win over the Bulls. Philadelphia also held Chicago to 21 points in the 4th quarter, limiting them to 100 points on 40% shooting overall.
Despite giving up 19 threes on 35% shooting, the 76ers put the Bulls on the line just 12 times, where they made 11 free throws. Philadelphia controlled the boards, allowing only 2 offensive rebounds, while adding 8 steals and 5 blocks.
- When looking at their past ten home matchups, Philadelphia has an ATS record of 5-5 while averaging 105 per game. The team went 4-6 overall in these games.
- As the betting favorite, the 76ers have an ATS mark of just 4-6 in their last ten games. Philadelphia posted a straight up mark of 5-5 in these matchups.
- In their last three games, the 76ers have an over/under record of 1-2 and are 2-1 vs. the spread.
The Lean
We’re putting our money on the 76ers to win, and have the projected score sitting at 146-115. We also like them to cover the spread, so our recommendation is to bet on the 76ers at -6.5.
As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 226 and our model has the Pacers and 76ers finishing with a combined 261 points. Our pick is to take the over.
Rested Sixers Welcome Pacers as Both Teams Look for Stability
The Philadelphia 76ers, rejuvenated after a much-needed break, are set to host the struggling Indiana Pacers on Friday night. Both teams have been battling injuries and inconsistency, making this matchup an opportunity for each to build momentum heading into a critical stretch of the season.
Sixers Gaining Momentum and Health
Philadelphia has turned a corner after a rocky start to the season. Having lost 14 of their first 17 games, the Sixers have now won four of their last five as their core players—Joel Embiid, Paul George, and Tyrese Maxey—begin to return to form after injuries.
The Sixers’ most recent outing, a 108-100 road victory over the Chicago Bulls on Sunday, showcased their potential when healthy. Embiid led the way with 31 points and 12 rebounds, George added 12 points and seven boards, and Maxey recorded a triple-double with 25 points, 14 assists, and 11 rebounds.
Coach Nick Nurse emphasized the value of continuity as his team begins to gel.
“I think there’s some quick growth we can make there,” Nurse said. “Just because they’ve played together, finally. They’ve played together and now we can start tweaking it a little bit.”
The five-day layoff has provided additional time for Embiid, George, and Maxey to recover from their respective knee and hamstring issues. Rotational players like KJ Martin have also benefitted from the extended rest.
“(The time off) was great,” Martin said. “To just have a couple days to get treatment, go in the cold tub, do whatever you need to do to get somewhere close to 100 percent, it’ll definitely help us in the future.”
Pacers Seeking Answers
The Indiana Pacers have faced a similarly challenging season, compounded by injuries and defensive struggles. They’ve lost five of their last six games, including a 113-109 defeat to the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday. Turnovers, rebounding issues, and lackluster defense plagued Indiana in that game, as Charlotte shot 51.3 percent from the field and 48.3 percent from beyond the arc.
Coach Rick Carlisle didn’t mince words about his team’s effort.
“I think (the Hornets) were trying harder,” Carlisle said. “We gotta try harder, you know?”
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Offensive inconsistency has also been a recurring issue. Against Charlotte, Indiana’s stars Tyrese Haliburton, Bennedict Mathurin, and Pascal Siakam combined to shoot just 11-for-29 from the field, including 1-for-13 from 3-point range. None of the Pacers’ starters scored more than 11 points.
“Unfortunately, a lot of our struggles come down to what’s happening offensively, and that’s something that we can control and we have to change,” Carlisle said.
Key Matchups
- Joel Embiid vs. Pacers’ Defense: Embiid’s dominant inside presence will test Indiana’s ability to contain elite big men. The Pacers’ rebounding struggles could be magnified against one of the league’s premier centers.
- Tyrese Haliburton vs. Tyrese Maxey: Both point guards are critical to their teams’ offensive flow. Haliburton will need to bounce back from a subpar performance, while Maxey looks to continue his strong return from injury.
- Perimeter Shooting: Philadelphia’s improving 3-point shooting and Indiana’s defensive lapses from beyond the arc could play a decisive role.
What to Watch
- Sixers’ Continuity: With their stars back on the court, can Philadelphia maintain the chemistry they’ve been building over the past few games?
- Pacers’ Effort and Energy: Indiana must bring a higher level of intensity, particularly on the defensive end, to avoid another disappointing outing.
- Bench Contributions: Role players like KJ Martin for Philadelphia and T.J. McConnell for Indiana could tip the scales in a closely contested game.
Outlook
The 76ers come into the game as favorites, buoyed by recent success and a healthier lineup. Meanwhile, the Pacers are searching for answers, needing better energy and offensive execution to turn their fortunes around. Friday’s contest presents an opportunity for Philadelphia to solidify its resurgence and for Indiana to prove it can overcome its early-season struggles.
