The Charlotte Hornets will visit the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. The game will start at 7:00 PM. The Hornets have struggled this season with a record of 19-56. In their recent games, the Hornets have faced tough losses. They lost to the New Orleans Pelicans by 4 points, scoring 94 points with a field goal percentage of 35.2%. Earlier, they fell to the Toronto Raptors by 11 points and the Orlando Magic by 7 points. The Indiana Pacers hold a record of 44-31. They recently lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder by 21 points. However, they had a big win against the Washington Wizards, scoring 162 points with a field goal percentage of 64.1%. They also had a close game against the Los Angeles Lakers, losing by just 1 point.
Pacers Preview
The Indiana Pacers have a solid record this season. They hold a 44-31 overall record, with a strong performance at home, winning 25 out of 36 games. Their away record is 19-20, showing they are more successful on their home court. In the Eastern Conference, they rank 4th and are 2nd in the Central Division.
Rick Carlisle leads the team as head coach. The Pacers have been performing well recently, winning 7 of their last 10 games. They are 16 games back in the standings. The team had a recent tough loss against the Oklahoma City Thunder, losing by 21 points.
Offensively, the Pacers score an average of 117.1 points per game, ranking 7th in the league. They have a high field goal percentage of 49.1%, placing them 3rd. Their three-point shooting is also strong, with a percentage of 37.2%, ranking 7th. The team averages 29.3 assists per game, which is 3rd in the league.
Defensively, the Pacers allow 115.3 points per game, ranking 19th. They struggle with field goal percentage allowed, at 47.5%, ranking 24th. However, they perform better in three-point defense, allowing a percentage of 35.7%, which ranks 12th. The team aims to improve their defensive stats as the season progresses.
Hornets Preview
The Charlotte Hornets have had a challenging season. Their overall record stands at 19 wins and 56 losses. At home, they have managed 12 wins out of 38 games. This places them 14th in the Eastern Conference.
Offensively, the Hornets score an average of 105.6 points per game. They attempt about 89.6 field goals per game. Their field goal percentage is 42.9, which ranks last in the league.
Defensively, the Hornets allow 113.6 points per game. They are strong in steals, averaging 7.6 per game. Their opponents shoot 46.6% from the field against them.
Key players for the Hornets include LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges. Ball averages 25.2 points and 7.4 assists per game. Bridges contributes 20.6 points and 7.8 rebounds per game.
Statistical Breakdown for Pacers vs Hornets
The game between the Indiana Pacers and the Charlotte Hornets will be shaped by key stats. The Pacers have a strong offense, ranking 7th in points per game and 3rd in field goal percentage. The Hornets struggle offensively, ranking last in field goal percentage. Defensively, the Hornets allow fewer points per game than the Pacers. However, the Pacers have a higher three-point percentage, which could be a factor.
- Pacers Points Per Game: 117.1 (7th)
- Pacers Field Goal Percentage: 49.1% (3rd)
- Pacers Three Point Percentage: 37.2% (7th)
- Hornets Points Per Game: 105.6 (28th)
- Hornets Field Goal Percentage: 42.9% (30th)
- Hornets Points Per Game Allowed: 113.6 (15th)
- Pacers Points Per Game Allowed: 115.3 (19th)
- Hornets Steals Per Game: 7.6 (6th)
Betting Insights
The upcoming game between the Charlotte Hornets and the Indiana Pacers offers interesting betting insights. The Hornets have struggled against the spread (ATS) this season, while the Pacers have a slightly better ATS record. Both teams have distinct trends in their over/under records. Here are the top five betting trends to consider for this game:
- The Hornets have an ATS record of 21-30-2, showing difficulty covering spreads.
- Charlotte is 0-6-0 ATS when favored, indicating struggles when expected to win.
- The Pacers have a 26-23-1 ATS record, performing better than the Hornets overall.
- Indiana is on a 3-game over streak, with their games often exceeding the set line.
- The Hornets are on a 2-game under streak, with lower combined scores than expected.
Free Betting Prediction for Pacers vs Hornets
The Indiana Pacers are favored in this game against the Charlotte Hornets. The Pacers have a strong home record and a high-scoring offense. Their ability to score efficiently could be a key factor. The Hornets have struggled this season, especially on the road.
Charlotte’s defense allows fewer points per game than Indiana’s. However, the Pacers’ offensive strength may overcome this. The Hornets’ offensive struggles could make it hard for them to keep up with Indiana’s scoring pace. The Pacers’ recent form and home advantage suggest they are likely to win.
Considering the game odds, the Pacers are heavily favored. Their strong home performance and offensive stats support this. The Hornets’ difficulties in covering spreads also point to a Pacers win. The over/under line is set at 225.0, and with Indiana’s scoring ability, the over might be a possibility.
- Our Free Prediction: Pacers -14.5
