Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks Matchup

In this NBA regular season preview between Knicks and Pacers, see who like to win the game and cover the spread.

  • The Knicks face the Pacers in Indianapolis at 4-4.
  • Defensively, New York are giving up 108.6 points per game.
  • The Knicks are coming off a 116-94 win vs. the Pacers.
  • The Pacers play host to the Knicks with a 4-5 record.
  • Indiana has an effective field goal percentage of 55% (6th).
  • The Pacers are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Knicks.

Knicks vs Pacers Prediction

At 5:00 ET, the New York Knicks (-158) will travel to take on the Indiana Pacers (+134) in a conference matchup. The Knicks are currently favored by 3 points and have a record of 4-4. The Pacers are 4-5 and will be playing at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

This game can be seen on MSG.

Knicks vs. Pacers Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: New York Knicks at Indiana Pacers
  • Where: Indianapolis at Gainbridge Fieldhouse
  • Date: Sunday, November 10th
  • Betting Odds NY -3, NY -158 | IND +134 O/U 229

Knicks Preview: Will New York Find a Way to Win on the Road?

The Knicks evened their record at 4-4 with a 116-94 win over the Bucks on Friday, November 8th. Playing at home, New York entered the game as 6.5-point favorites and covered the spread with the 22-point victory. The total score of 210 points fell short of the 224-point over/under line.

New York took control early, leading 32-25 after the 1st quarter and extending their lead with a 34-22 2nd quarter. The teams played evenly in the 3rd, each scoring 25 points, but the Knicks’ 91-72 lead heading into the 4th allowed them to close out the game by outscoring the Bucks 25-22 in the final period.

Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks to a win over the Bucks, scoring 32 points on 60% shooting, with 13 points in the 1st quarter and 14 more in the 2nd. He also hit 4 threes at a 50% rate, while the rest of the team struggled from deep, shooting just 30.4%.

Mikal Bridges added 17 points, scoring 7 in the 4th, and Jalen Brunson contributed 15 points and 9 assists. Miles McBride and OG Anunoby each chipped in 14 points, with Anunoby and Brunson scoring 8 points each in the final quarter.

The Knicks put together a strong defensive performance on Friday, holding the Bucks to just 94 points. They were consistent throughout, allowing 25 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters, and only 22 in the 2nd and 4th.

New York limited Milwaukee's long-range shooting, giving up just 7 threes on 23% shooting. The Bucks went 15/23 from the free-throw line. The Knicks finished with 34 defensive rebounds, gave up 11 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals.

Pacers Preview: Can The Pacers Secure a Home Victory?

The Knicks evened their record at 4-4 with a decisive 116-94 win over the Bucks on Friday. Playing at home, New York entered the game as -6.5 point favorites and covered the spread with the 22-point victory.

New York took control early, leading 66-47 at halftime after a strong 2nd quarter. The teams played evenly in the 3rd, each scoring 25 points, but the Knicks maintained their lead in the 4th, outscoring the Bucks 25-22. The game’s total of 210 points fell short of the 224-point O/U line.

In their 103-83 loss to the Hornets, the Pacers struggled offensively, shooting just 39.8% from the field and hitting only 9 threes at a 31% clip. Pascal Siakam led the way with 27 points, connecting on 5 threes at 71.4% efficiency, while also adding 4 rebounds and 3 assists.

Bennedict Mathurin contributed 22 points, shooting 50% from the floor and making both of his three-point attempts. Myles Turner chipped in 12 points and 10 rebounds, though he shot just 38.5% from the field.

Despite a strong defensive effort, the Pacers couldn't overcome the Hornets, who scored 103 points on Friday. Indiana's defense shined in the 2nd quarter, allowing just 15 points, but they gave up 29 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters. Overall, they held Charlotte to 42% shooting from the field.

From beyond the arc, the Hornets hit 17 threes at a 34% clip. The Pacers sent Charlotte to the line just 12 times, where they made 10 free throws. Indiana finished with 10 steals and 4 blocked shots.

Knicks vs Pacers Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • In their last ten games away from home, the Knicks have a straight up record of 4-6 while going 5-5 vs the spread. The team's offense averaged 107 points per game in these contests.
  • Across the Pacers last ten home games, the team averaged 112 points per game while allowing 119. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 5-5, while going 3-7 straight-up.
  • Spanning across their last ten games as the betting underdog, the Pacers have gone 7-3 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 3-7.
  • Through their last five games as the favorite, the Knicks have an ATS record of 3-2 and a straight up mark of 3-2.

Knicks vs Pacers Prediction

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