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Indiana Pacers at New York Knicks Game 1 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Indiana Pacers at New York Knicks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Indiana Pacers and New York Knicks battle in Game 1 of a best-of-7 Eastern Conference, 2nd-round series Monday. Tip-off from Madison Square Garden is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pacers vs. Knicks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Regular-season series: Pacers won 2-1

The Pacers took down the Bucks 120-98 Thursday to cover as 6-point home favorites and win their 1st-round series 4-2. F Obi Toppin scored a team-high 21 points off the bench, while G Tyrese Haliburton (17 points and 10 assists) had a double-double. Indiana shot 54.1% from the field in the win.

New York took down Philadelphia 118-115 Thursday to cover as a 3-point road underdog and win its 1st-round series 4-2. G Jalen Brunson scored a game-high 41 points with 12 assists for a double-double, while G Josh Hart (16 points and 14 rebounds) also had a double-double. The Knicks shot 46.2% from the field in the win.

Pacers at Knicks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:11 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pacers +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Knicks -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pacers +5.5 (-105) | Knicks -5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 216.5 (O: -120 | U: -110)

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Pacers at Knicks key injuries

Pacers

G Tyrese Haliburton (back) questionable
G Bennedict Mathurin (shoulder) out

Knicks

None

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Pacers at Knicks picks and predictions

Prediction

Knicks 121, Pacers 112

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Knicks (-225) to win at home Monday.

Against the spread

BET KNICKS -5.5 (-115).

The Pacers are just 1-3 straight up and ATS in their last 4 road games. New York returns home after winning its 1st-round series on the road and will utilize the momentum for a big Game 1 win Monday night.

Over/Under

BET OVER 216.5 (-120).

The Pacers and Knicks have both hit the Over 8 times in their last 10 games. Indiana has hit the Over in 4 of its last 5 games, while New York has hit the Over in 2 straight and 4 of its last 5 at home.

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Milwaukee Bucks at Indiana Pacers Game 6 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Milwaukee Bucks at Indiana Pacers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Milwaukee Bucks and Indiana Pacers meet in Game 6 of a best-of-7 Eastern Conference, 1st-round series Thursday. The Pacers lead the series 3-2. Tip-off from Gainbridge Fieldhouse is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bucks vs. Pacers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Bucks covered as 5.5-point underdogs in a 115-92 win over the Pacers in Game 5 Tuesday with the Under (218) cashing in Milwaukee. F Khris Middleton and F Bobby Portis each had 29 points for the Bucks, who avoided elimination despite injuries to F Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) and G Damian Lillard (Achilles).

G Tyrese Haliburton had a team-high 16 points for Indiana, which had its lowest scoring output of the season.

Milwaukee has covered in 3 of 5 the games in this series, and the Over has gone 3-2.

Bucks at Pacers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:14 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bucks +275 (bet $100 to win $275) | Pacers -350 (bet $350 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bucks +8.5 (-110) | Pacers -8.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 213.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Bucks at Pacers key injuries

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) doubtful
G Patrick Beverley (oblique) probable
G Damian Lillard (Achilles) doubtful
F Khris Middleton (ankle) probable

Pacers

G Tyrese Haliburton (back) questionable
G Bennedict Mathurin (shoulder) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Bucks at Pacers picks and predictions

Prediction

Pacers 120, Bucks 100

Moneyline

The Pacers (-350) are the healthier team and return home after an embarrassing loss. This is a great spot for Indiana, but it’s hard to beat the NBA betting into -350 moneylines.

PASS. Bet the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

While I like the Pacers laying the points, the 1st-half spread is a more pure number. Instead of laying 8.5 full game and potentially getting backdoored in garbage time, let’s lay 4.5 in the 1st half knowing that Indiana will come out fully focused after dropping the ball in Milwaukee.

The Pacers had a chance to eliminate Milwaukee without its 2 star players Tuesday, and instead, they had their worst offensive showing of the season. Indiana’s offense should look much better right out of the gate Thursday, especially in front of its home crowd.

BET PACERS 1ST HALF -4.5 (-115).

Over/Under

While I lean Over, the full-game total is tough because it’s unlikely that Milwaukee will score 105 or more points. However, what we do know is that Indiana’s offense should look much better after its worst scoring output of the season.

While we could play Indiana’s team total full game, the 1st half is safer because we don’t run the risk of starters getting sat in a blowout.

BET PACERS TOTAL POINTS 1ST HALF OVER 57.5 (-110).

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Indiana Pacers at Milwaukee Bucks Game 5 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Indiana Pacers at Milwaukee Bucks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Indiana Pacers and Milwaukee Bucks meet in Game 5 of a best-of-7 Eastern Conference, 1st-round series Tuesday. The Pacers lead the series 3-1. Tip-off from Fiserv Forum is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pacers vs. Bucks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Pacers covered as 10.5-point home favorites with a 126-113 win in Game 4 Sunday as the Over (215) hit.

The Bucks went into Game 4 with a brutal injury report, missing G Damian Lillard (Achilles) and F Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf). But on top of that, F Bobby Portis got tangled up with Pacers G Andrew Nembhard and was ejected in the middle of the 1st quarter. That left just 2 Bucks regular-season starters to keep with with this Pacers team.

The Bucks offense was still able to keep things relatively close, shooting 51.1% from the floor, but their defense was a liability. The Pacers shot 51.2% from beyond the arc, which proved to be the difference in the 13-point win.

The Pacers won the regular-season series 4-1.

Pacers at Bucks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:04 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pacers -175 (bet $175 to win $100) | Bucks +145 (bet $100 to win $145)
Against the spread (ATS): Pacers -4.5 (-105) | Bucks +4.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 216.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pacers at Bucks key injuries

Pacers

G Tyrese Haliburton (back) questionable
G Bennedict Mathurin (shoulder) out

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) doubtful
G Patrick Beverly (oblique) probable
G Damian Lillard (Achilles) doubtful
F Khris Middleton (ankle) probable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Pacers at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 105, Pacers 99

Moneyline

Yes, Milwaukee is banged up, but you still have to remember that Indiana is the 6th seed in the Eastern Conference. The Bucks are actually 4-1 (80%) as home underdogs, while the Pacers have the 6th-worst win percentage as road favorites at 53.3% (8-7).

I like the value here for the BUCKS (+145), especially with a smaller wager since you can also take the points for a better chance of winning.

Against the spread

As I mentioned above, since I like Milwaukee straight up, I certainly like them at +4.5.

BET BUCKS +4.5 (-115).

Over/Under

Both teams shot over 50% from the floor last game, and the centers shot it from deep. Pacers C Myles Turner made 7 of 9, while Bucks C Brook Lopez made 3 of 5. That kind of efficiency will be an outlier as both teams clamp down on defense.

Indiana will need to show that it can actually keep teams from scoring if it intends to make any kind of playoff run, while Milwaukee needs to keep its season alive.

LEAN UNDER 216.5 (-110).

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Milwaukee Bucks at Indiana Pacers Game 4 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Milwaukee Bucks at Indiana Pacers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Milwaukee Bucks and the Indiana Pacers meet in Game 4 of a best-of-7 Eastern Conference 1st-round series on Sunday. Tip-off at Gainbridge Fieldhouse is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bucks vs. Pacers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Pacers lead 2-1

The Bucks came up just short in Game 3 on Friday, falling 121-118 in overtime, although Milwaukee covered as 6.5-point underdogs as the Over (223) cashed.

Khris Middleton did his best to will his team to a road win in Game 3, scoring 42 points on 16-of-29 shooting, while Damian Lillard managed 28 points. Both players managed 4 triples in the OT loss. Unfortunately for the Bucks, Lillard suffered an Achilles’ injury, and he is doubtful for Game 4.

The Pacers have averaged 123.0 PPG in the past 2 games after opening with a 109-94 loss in Milwaukee in Game 1. Indiana is 1-2 against the spread (ATS) in 3 playoff games, although it holds a 2-1 series edge, which is much more important.

The Over has cashed in each of the past 2 games for Indiana, and the total has ended up going high in 7 of the past 8 games since April 5.

Bucks at Pacers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:16 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bucks +310 (bet $100 to win $310) | Pacers -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
Against the spread: Bucks +9.5 (-110) | Pacers -9.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 216.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Bucks at Pacers key injuries

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) out
G Damian Lillard (Achilles) doubtful
F Chris Livingston (illness) out
F Khris Middleton (ankle) probable

Pacers

G Bennedict Mathurin (shoulder) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Bucks at Pacers picks and predictions

Prediction

Pacers 119, Bucks 104

Moneyline

The Pacers (-400) will cost you 4 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for not very much reward.

While Indiana is catching a break with the Bucks (+310) missing Antetokounmpo and Lillard all but likely to join him, it’s still too much risk.

PASS.

Against the spread

The PACERS -9.5 (-110) are laying a big number, but the home side is worth playing since the 2 biggest stars for the Bucks +9.5 (-110) are expected to sit.

Middleton had a giant Game 3, but even he is a little nicked up with an ankle. Plus, he can’t do it all by himself.

Indiana is ready to push Milwaukee to the brink of elimination in a season Bucks fans will be scratching their heads wondering what could have been.

Over/Under

OVER 216.5 (-115) is a good idea in Game 4.

The Bucks have been missing Antetokounmpo for the entire series, and Lillard will likely be joining him in street clothes Sunday, so it’s hard to envision where Milwaukee is going to get its scoring. However, it’s also hard to figure where it will get its defense.

Indiana has averaged 123.0 PPG in the past 2 games, cashing the Over in each outing. The Pacers have cashed the Over in 4 of the past 6 outings since April 10, all against playoff teams.

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Milwaukee Bucks at Indiana Pacers Game 3 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Milwaukee Bucks at Indiana Pacers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Milwaukee Bucks and the Indiana Pacers meet in Game 3 of a best-of-7 Eastern Conference 1st-round series on Friday. Tip-off at Gainbridge Fieldhouse is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bucks vs. Pacers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Bucks have struggled without SF Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf), winning Game 1 109-94 as a 1.5-point underdog as the Under (230) cashed, while the Pacers won 125-108 in Game 2 as a 1-point favorite as the Over (223.5) connected.

The offense for Milwaukee has been steady in the series, with the defensive production fluctuating. In Game 2, the Pacers had 5 players score in double digits, including 37 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists by PF Pascal Siakam, while PG Tyrese Haliburton was good for 12 points and 12 assists. And Indiana had 7 players hit a 3-pointer, with Haliburton, Siakam, SF Aaron NeSmith and C Myles Turner each hitting 3 triples.

The Pacers have won 5 of the past 7 meetings in this series, with Indiana also going 5-2 against the spread (ATS). The Over has cashed in 7 of the past 10 in the series.

Bucks at Pacers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:07 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bucks +190 (bet $100 to win $190) | Pacers -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread: Bucks +5.5 (-105) | Pacers -5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Bucks at Pacers key injuries

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) doubtful
F Khris Middleton (ankle) questionable

Pacers

G Bennedict Mathurin (shoulder) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Bucks at Pacers picks and predictions

Prediction

Pacers 117, Bucks 110

Moneyline

The Pacers (-250) will cost 2½ times the potential return, and that’s too much risk for not enough reward. Over time, betting such heavy favorites isn’t a recommended option, unless you play it in a multi-team parlay or as part of some sort of boost or opt-in promo.

PASS.

Against the spread

The PACERS -5.5 (-115) are worth a look laying the points. It’s no surprise, but the Bucks are just not the same team when The Greek Freak isn’t 100% healthy.

Milwaukee has lost and failed to cover the past 3 games on the road since April 2, including the past 2 without Antetokounmpo. The Bucks are just 2-8 straight up (SU) in the past 10 games since March 6, while going 3-7 ATS. Trust Indiana to win and cover in this pivotal Game 3.

Over/Under

OVER 221.5 (-115) is worth a look. We’ve seen the Over-Under split in 2 games in this series. The total has gone high in 6 of the past 7 games for the Pacers since April 5.

With Giannis doubtful — keep an eye on his status — for Milwaukee, Indiana will be able to operate down low with a little more ease, as he can be a deterrent defensively. For the Bucks, the Over is 12-8-1 in the past 21 games. Lean high, and enjoy the ride.

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Indiana Pacers at Milwaukee Bucks Game 2 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Indiana Pacers at Milwaukee Bucks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The 6-seed Indiana Pacers and 3-seed Milwaukee Bucks meet in Game 2 of a best-of-7 Eastern Conference, 1st-round series Tuesday. The Bucks lead the series 1-0. Tip-off from Fiserv Forum is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pacers vs. Bucks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Stephen A. Smith has a saying that the great ones will get you 1. It refers to Allen Iverson carrying the Philadelphia 76ers to 1 win against the mighty Los Angeles Lakers in the 2001 NBA Finals. G Damian Lillard got Milwaukee 1 and reminded everyone that even at 33 years old, it’s still Dame Time. He dropped a franchise-record 35 points in the first half of Game 1 as the Bucks prevailed 109-94 without F Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf).

The Pacers held him scoreless in the 2nd half as he attempted just 5 shots, but the damage was done. The Pacers shot just 8-for-38 (21%) from 3-point range, and G Tyrese Haliburton had just 9 points. F Pascal Siakam had his way with 36 points and 13 boards, but it wasn’t enough. F Bobby Portis Jr. (15 points, 11 boards) and F Khris Middleton (23 points, 10 boards) each had double-doubles for Milwaukee.

Pacers at Bucks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:25 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pacers +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Bucks -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pacers +1.5 (-115) | Bucks -1.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pacers at Bucks key injuries

Pacers

F Bennedict Mathurin (shoulder) out

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) doubtful

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Pacers at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Pacers 115, Bucks 110

Moneyline

No road team has won a game in the playoffs this year since entering the best-of-7 format. That changes here.

Giannis is listed as doubtful, but he’s not playing. If the Bucks lost Game 1, maybe you could see them risk it, but a calf injury requires time. The books agree, as the Bucks are merely -120 favorites.

The Pacers were 4-2 against the Bucks this season, and they won 2 in this building. Take the PACERS +100.

Against the spread

There’s no point in taking the spread here, as we’re going with the value on the ML.

The Pacers scored a league-high 123.3 PPG in the regular season and were held below 99 points for the 1st time in Game 1. They’ll respond. Take PACERS OVER 110.5 TOTAL POINTS (-140).

Over/Under

The Under 230 cashed in Game 1, and the market has corrected itself down 7 points. The trends and historical data are a moot point. Without Giannis, the numbers are heavily skewed, but what we can count on is the Bucks to approach 110, and I believe the Pacers shoot better than a measly 21% from 3.

Take the OVER 223.5 (-110).

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Indiana Pacers at Toronto Raptors odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Indiana Pacers at Toronto Raptors odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Indiana Pacers (45-34) square off against the Toronto Raptors (25-53) Tuesday with tip-off from Scotiabank Arena set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pacers vs. Raptors odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Raptors lead 2-1

The Pacers eclipsed the Heat 117-115 Sunday to win their 2nd in a row and 4th in 5 games. C Myles Turner had 22 points and 13 boards to lead 7 players in double figures. The Pacers sit in 6th with 3 games to go and could climb as high as 3rd or sink as low as 9th in the East.

The Raptors ended a long losing streak and have won 2 in a row. The latest was a 130-122 triumph over the Washington Wizards Sunday. F RJ Barrett had 22 points, 8 boards and 7 assists as he looks to end the season strong. He’s averaging 21.3 PPG, 6.3 RPG and 4.1 APG while shooting 54.7% from the floor and 40.7% from distance in 30 games since being traded to Toronto. All of those would be career highs.

Pacers at Raptors odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:35 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pacers -900 (bet $900 to win $100) | Raptors +575 (bet $100 to win $575)
Against the spread (ATS): Pacers -12.5 (-115) | Raptors +12.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 239.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pacers at Raptors key injuries

Pacers

G Bennedict Mathurin (shoulder) out

Raptors

G Scottie Barnes (hand) out
F Chris Boucher (knee) out
G Gradey Dick (groin) questionable
C Jakob Poeltl (finger) out
G Immanuel Quickley (rest) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Pacers at Raptors and predictions

Prediction

Pacers 117, Raptors 105

Moneyline

There’s no chance we’re betting this ML. The Raptors are depleted by injuries, but they just beat the Milwaukee Bucks at their house 117-111 four days ago. That’s a prime example why you don’t bet such heavy favorites — especially this late in the year.

Let’s SGP PACERS -3.5 + RJ BARRETT 20 POINTS + MYLES TURNER 1 BLOCK (-115).

Turner has a block in 10 straight. Barrett has dropped 20 in 5 straight.

Against the spread

I don’t see any point in playing either side of a 12.5-point spread. It’s late in the year, and anything can happen.

PASS.

Over/Under

Both teams are 5-5 O/U over their last 10. The Over is 7-3 in the last 10 meetings between the teams. The Over 247.5 and 247 cashed in both February meetings, but the Raptors are missing a slew of parts due to injury. The total didn’t come down far enough.

Take the UNDER 239.5 (-110).

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Miami Heat at Indiana Pacers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Miami Heat at Indiana Pacers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Miami Heat (43-34) face the Indiana Pacers (44-34) Sunday. Tip-off from Gainbridge Fieldhouse is scheduled for 5 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Heat vs. Pacers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Series tied 1-1

The standings of the Eastern Conference are tight and teams are trying to avoid the play-in games. The Pacers and Heat are 2 of those teams.

With just a week to go in the regular season, this is a must-win game for both teams. The winner would not only be a game up in the standings, but also hold the tie breaker, making it an essentially 2-game lead.

Both are coming off wins on Friday night. The Pacers beat an injured Oklahoma City Thunder squad 126-112 while the Heat won against the Rockets in Houston 119-104.

Heat at Pacers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:42 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Heat -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Pacers -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Heat +1.5 (-110) | Pacers -1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 227.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Heat at Pacers key injuries

Heat

F Josh Richardson (shoulder) out

Pacers

G Tyrese Haliburton (back) questionable
G Bennedict Mathurin (shoulder) out
C Jalen Smith (ankle) questionable

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Heat at Pacers picks and predictions

Prediction

Heat 115, Pacers 104

Moneyline

Both teams have been tough underdogs this season so since the books are favoring Indiana, it puts them in a tough spot.

First, the Pacers are 10th in the East in win percentage as a home favorite (16-11). And the Heat are just below the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference in road record at 23-16.

Finally, coming off a win the Pacers are just 20-23 this season while the Heat are a much better 23-19.

LEAN MIAMI -105.

Against the spread

Miami has the 3rd-best record ATS as a road underdog (15-9). But if you like the value of taking them straight up then you don’t need to add this bet.

PASS.

Over/Under

While the Heat are on a 5-game Over streak right now, on the road this season they are 27-12 toward the Under. And, after a win both teams trend toward the Under. Miami is 28-14 and Indiana is 25-18.

BET UNDER 227.5 (-105).

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Oklahoma City Thunder at Indiana Pacers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Oklahoma City Thunder at Indiana Pacers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Indiana Pacers (43-34) welcome the Oklahoma City Thunder (52-24) to Gainbridge Fieldhouse Friday. Tip is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Thunder vs. Pacers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Pacers lead 1-0 after a 121-111 road win on March 12, covering as a 5.5-point underdog

Indiana is 3-3 in its last 6 games, coming off a 115-111 loss to the Brooklyn Nets on the road Wednesday and closing as a 7-point favorite. The Pacers are 6-3 against the spread (ATS) in their last 9 games and are 41-33-3 ATS on the season. They are led by G Tyrese Haliburton, who is averaging 20.4 points and 11 assists per game.

The Thunder are coming off a 135-100 road loss to the Boston Celtics Wednesday as a 12-point underdog. They have lost 2 in a row and 3 of their last 5, going 1-4 ATS in that 5-game stretch. Oklahoma City is 42-34 ATS on the season. It will be without G Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who leads the team at 30.3 points per game.

Thunder at Pacers odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 11:10 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Thunder +152 (bet $100 to win $152) | Pacers -180 (bet $180 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Thunder +4.5 (-110) | Pacers -4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 235.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Thunder at Pacers key injuries

Thunder

G Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (quad) out
G Jalen Williams (ankle) doubtful

Pacers

G Bennedict Mathurin (shoulder) out
C Myles Turner (finger) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Thunder at Pacers picks and predictions

Prediction

Pacers 121, Thunder 110

Moneyline

PASS.

Without SGA and likely without Williams, the Thunder could be without their lone 2 players averaging more than 17 points per game. They likely won’t pull off the upset, but the Pacers at -180 are too expensive to take to win outright.

Against the spread

BET PACERS -4.5 (-110).

Indiana is 3-1 ATS in its last 4 games as a home favorite. The Pacers are the 7th-best home-covering team in the NBA at 20-16-2 ATS. They are the healthier side and have both players who average north of 20 points per game not on the injury report.

The same can’t be said for Oklahoma City. The Thunder have 3 players among their top-7 scoring options shooting over 50% from the field and 1 is out while the other is doubtful. It won’t be the same dominant OKC team taking the court, and it could struggle.

Put it all together and back PACERS -4.5 (-110).

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 235.5 (-110).

The Thunder have scored 105 points or fewer in 2 straight games and will be playing their 3rd game in 4 days. They should have tired legs which could make keeping up with the Pacers high-octane offense difficult.

The Pacers are 1-3 O/U in their last 4 games, scoring 111 or fewer points in 3 of their last 4 and allowing 115 or fewer points in 3 straight. Indiana is 3-7 O/U in its last 10 games.

Take UNDER 235.5 (-110).

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Indiana Pacers at Brooklyn Nets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Indiana Pacers at Brooklyn Nets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Indiana Pacers (43-33) visit the Brooklyn Nets (29-47) on Wednesday with tip-off from Barclays Center scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pacers vs. Nets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Pacers lead 2-0

The Pacers have won back-to-back games after taking down the Nets 133-111 on Monday and covering as 12.5-point home favorites. G Tyrese Haliburton had a double-double with a game-high 27 points with 13 assists as did while F Jalen Smith (17 points, 10 rebounds). Six Indiana players scored in double figures while the team shot 51.5% from the field.

The Nets have lost back-to-back games. G Cam Thomas scored a team-high 22 points as Brooklyn shot 47.1% from the field in the loss.

Pacers at Nets odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:21 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pacers -300 (bet $300 to win $100) | Nets +240 (bet $100 to win $240)
Against the spread (ATS): Pacers -7.5 (-105) | Nets +7.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 230.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pacers at Nets key injuries

Pacers

C Myles Turner (finger) questionable

Nets

F Cameron Johnson (toe) probable
G Ben Simmons (back) out
G Dennis Smith Jr. (hip) questionable
F Dariq Whitehead (shin) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Pacers at Nets picks and predictions

Prediction

Pacers 117, Nets 107

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Pacers (-300) to beat a Nets (+240) team that is just 3-7 in its last 10 games.

Against the spread

BET PACERS -7.5 (-105).

Indiana has covered in 5 of its last 7 games including a 12.5-point cover on Monday against Brooklyn. It is 3-2 ATS in its last 5 road games and 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games as a favorite.

Brooklyn is just 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games and has failed to cover in 3 of its last 4 games and 6 of its last 8 as an underdog. It is just 1-2 ATS in its last 3 home games.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 230.5 (-110).

Indiana has hit the Over in just 4 of its last 10 games and 1 of its last 3. It has scored 109 or fewer points in 2 of its last 3 while allowing 111 or fewer in 5 of 6 of its last 10.

Brooklyn has scored 111 or fewer in 7 of its last 10 and allowed 116 or fewer in 6 of its last 10.

While Indiana is more than capable of carrying the load for the Over, Brooklyn will not score its fair share in order for that to happen.

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