Toronto Raptors vs Indiana Pacers Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 14/02/2024, 07:25  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 14/02/2024 at 11:30 in NBA Prediction

The Toronto Raptors will play host to the Indiana Pacers at Scotiabank Arena in the NBA on Wednesday night. The hosts are 19-35 and 12th in the Eastern Conference, while the visitors are 30-25 and sixth in the Conference standings. 

The Indiana Pacers have been struggling to find consistency, with five losses in their last eight games overall. They will look to turn things around here following a disappointing 111-102 road defeat against the Hornets on Monday. Myles Turner led the team with 22 points, supported by Aaron Nesmith's 21 points. Indiana's greatest strength this season has been their offense, leading the NBA's scoring charts with an average of 123.7 points per game. However, they face a challenge against the Raptors, who allow the 19th-fewest points per game in the league, with an average of 117.6 points per game. Indiana ranks 28th in scoring defense, conceding an average of 122.2 points per game. Smith (back) and Johnson (illness) have been ruled out for this game, while Mathurin (knee) and Haliburton (hamstring) are questionable.

Meanwhile, the Toronto Raptors have been struggling, with losses in 10 of their last 13 games overall. They are now aiming to avoid a third consecutive defeat after a disappointing 122-99 loss to the Spurs on Monday. Grayson Dick led the team with 18 points off the bench, while Kelly Olynyk added 17 points on an efficient six-of-ten shooting. Currently, the Raptors rank 20th in scoring in the NBA, averaging 113.7 points per game, while the Indiana Pacers sit at 28th in points allowed per game, with an average of 122.2. Defensively, Toronto ranks 20th in scoring defense, allowing an average of 117.6 points per game this season. Barrett (personal) is listed as questionable for the upcoming game.