Prediction Heat 112, Pacers 108 Money line (ML) Miami swept Indiana in the first round of last season’s Eastern Conference playoffs and this game should have a postseason-type intensity since the first two meetings this season were recent.
What factors should the Indiana Pacers consider heading into the Miami Heat?
Their health should be a big factor heading into the game against the Miami Heat. The Indiana Pacers shot a paltry 21.9% against the Pistons, but came away with the win by being more aggressive in the shaded lane. They had more rebounds and more inside points to help them secure the victory.
What time does the Indiana Pacers-Miami Heat game start?
The Indiana Pacers (21-24) host the Miami Heat (23-24) Wednesday at Bankers Life Fieldhouse for a 7 p.m. ET tip-off. Below, we analyze the Pacers-Heat odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.
How many times did the Indiana Pacers beat Miami last year?
The Pacers won two-of-three regular-season matchups against Miami last year, with the first two matchups going over the total set for Tuesday’s affair at an average of 229.5 PPG – while the third stayed under with a score of 92-87.
Should Miami take the Pacers-125 for 1 unit?
TAKE the PACERS (-125) for 1 unit because they have a higher rebounding rate and better ball security. Indiana also led Miami in all “four factors” in their first meeting this season and in three of the “four factors” in the second.
Who will win Heat vs Pacers?
The Pacers have won four of the last five meetings between the teams. Indiana is favored by 5.5 points in the latest Pacers vs. Heat odds from Caesars Sportsbook, and the over-under is set at 208.
Who is favored to win Heat or Celtics?
BostonBoston is favored by three-points in the latest Celtics vs. Heat odds from Caesars Sportsbook, while the over-under for total points scored is 197.
Who won Miami vs Indiana?
MIAMI (AP) Tyler Herro scored 26 points in his return from a three-game absence with a bruised thigh, Duncan Robinson tied a season-high with 26 points and the Miami Heat rolled past the Indiana Pacers 125-96 on Tuesday night.
Who is favorite to win the NBA Finals?
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Who won Game 7?
The CelticsThe Celtics won their second Game 7 of the postseason, this time on the road, with Jimmy Buckets going crazy and the pressure of systemic disappointment staring them in the face in the Eastern Conference finals.
Money line
PASS on the money line. While I like Indiana here, I would’ve bet them at -240 as they’ve been far too sporadic — even at home — to back at that value.
Against the spread
BET on the PACERS -5.5 (-115) as the Heat just aren’t the same team without Butler or Adebayo.
Indiana Pacers Preview
The Indiana Pacers have been very inconsistent this season. [Photo: NBA.com]
Key Player – Domantas Sabonis
Domantas Sabonis has been in the news lately due to trade rumors surrounding the Indiana Pacers. Despite the chatter around the All-Star forward, he continues to churn out solid numbers for the team on a nightly basis. Foul trouble limited his contribution against the Pistons, but he still finished with 12 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists.
Indiana Pacers Predicted Lineup
G – Malcolm Brogdon | G – Caris LeVert | F – Justin Holiday | F – Domantas Sabonis | C – Myles Turner
Miami Heat Preview
The Miami Heat will have to rely on their second stringers to keep them afloat. [Photo: Hot Hot Hoops]
Key Player – Kyle Lowry
Kyle Lowry has clearly ramped up his play with the injury bug hitting the Miami Heat. He is averaging 16.4 points, 9 rebounds and 3.7 assists in the last 10 games. The Heat’s starting point guard is also more aggressive in looking for his shots to make up for the absence of Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo.
Miami Heat Predicted Lineup
G – Kyle Lowry | G – Gabe Vincent | F – Duncan Robinson | F – KZ Okpala | C – Dewayne Dedmon
Pacers vs Heat Match Prediction
The Miami Heat are a resilient and gritty team despite the injuries. However, losing P.J. Tucker and possibly still being without Tyler Herro could be too much for them to overcome.
What you need to know about the Heat
Miami lost to the Detroit Pistons on Sunday,100-90. The Heat were the first team to lose to the Pistons since Nov. 17, as Detroit stopped a franchise-record 14-game losing streak. Max Strus scored 24 points off the bench, 15 in the first half. Kyle Lowry had 19 points and 10 rebounds.
What you need to know about the Pacers
Indiana beat Detroit last Thursday, 122-113. Caris LeVert picked up 31 points and five assists. Chris Duarte and Domantas Sabonis had nine rebounds each. Sabonis leads the NBA with 23 double-doubles this season.
How to make Pacers vs. Heat picks
The model is leaning over on the total, and it’s also generated a point-spread pick that is hitting in well over 60 percent of simulations. You can only see the pick at SportsLine.
What you need to know about the Pacers
The Pacers fell 114-111 to the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday. Chris Duarte was unable to convert a contested layup before the Hawks sealed their win with a pair of free throws with 1.2 seconds remaining. The Pacers missed 23 of 33 3-point attempts. Malcolm Brogdon led Indiana with 27 points.
What you need to know about the Heat
Meanwhile, the Heat were routed by the Cavaliers on Wednesday, 111-85. Miami was down 87-63 at the end of the third quarter. The top scorer for Miami was Tyler Herro (21 points). The Cavaliers ended a 20-game losing streak in Miami. Duncan Robinson was scoreless, ending a franchise record of 69 consecutive games with a three-pointer.
How to make Heat vs. Pacers picks
The model is leaning under on the total, and it’s also generated a point-spread pick that is hitting in well over 50 percent of simulations. You can only see the pick at SportsLine.
Money line (ML)
Miami swept Indiana in the first round of last season’s Eastern Conference playoffs and this game should have a postseason-type intensity since the first two meetings this season were recent.
Against the spread (ATS)
PASS because it’s only 10 cents on the dollar more expensive to get the money line so let’s just stick with an outright Heat win.
Money line (ML)
PASS because even though I like Miami to keep up its winning ways over Indiana, the Heat (-175) are a little out of my price range for an NBA regular-season money line.
Against the spread (ATS)
This has been such a one-sided series in Miami’s favor recently because it matches up well with Indiana and the only thing different for this game is the Pacers don’t have bubble breakout star Warren in the lineup.