The Indiana Pacers (29-16) visit the struggling Golden State Warriors (10-36) Friday at the Chase Center for a 10:30 p.m. ET tip-off. We analyze the Pacers-Warriors odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.
The Pacers have won six of seven, recently beating the Phoenix Suns 112-87 Wednesday. T.J. Warren led the way with 24 points as Indiana improved to 2-1 on a current five-game road trip.
The Warriors are on a two-game skid after Wednesday’s 129-96 home defeat to the Utah Jazz. They have dropped 12 of 13.
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Pacers at Warriors: Key injuries
Pacers
- SG Malcolm Brogdon (concussion) out
- SG Victor Oladipo (knee) out, eyes season debut Jan. 29
Warriors
- PG Stephen Curry (hand) out
- PF Kevon Looney (abdominal) out
- SG Klay Thompson (knee) out
Pacers at Warriors: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips
NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 10:15 a.m. ET.
Prediction
Pacers 104, Warriors 103
Moneyline (ML)
Indiana (-250) is the favorite, but I don’t want to risk an NBA bet at that price – every $2.50 wagered only profits a $1 if the Pacers prevail. They are 12-11 on the road, while Golden State is 7-16 at home. The Warriors actually offer value at +200, but I’ll PASS and focus on the spread.
Line/Against the Spread (ATS)
The WARRIORS (+6.5, –115) is the STRONGEST PLAY. Before getting smoked by a good Utah team Wednesday, Golden State covered its last two home games. They beat the Orlando Magic 109-95 as a six-point dog Jan. 18 and lost to the Denver Nuggets 134-131 in OT as a 3.5-point dog Jan. 16. They’ll want to play better after the Jazz blowout.
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Over/Under (O/U)
The UNDER 216.5 (-129) is worth backing. Golden State’s 105.4 points per game ranks 26th in the league, while Indiana’s 109.1 PPG checks in 21st. With Brogdon out –injured in the previous game – the Pacers’ lose 17.1 PPG and their assists leader (7.3 APG). Plus, the Warriors are 9-14 O/U at home.
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January’s strongest plays: 9-5.
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