The Indiana Pacers (9-13) travel to face off against the Brooklyn Nets (9-13) on Wednesday, December 4th. This game will be played at Barclays Center in Brooklyn and televised on YES. Both the Pacers and Nets will be looking to bounce back from losses in their previous games. Tip off is scheduled for 7:30 ET.

Pacers vs Nets

The Pacers Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

Indiana’s season record fell to 9-13 after a 122-111 loss to the Raptors on Tuesday. The Pacers, who were favored by 2.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 233, just under the O/U line of 236.5.

A 12-0 run by Toronto early in the game put Indiana in a deep hole. The Pacers fought back, outscoring the Raptors 36-28 in the 3rd quarter, but couldn’t complete the comeback, as Toronto edged them 29-27 in the 4th.

The Nets Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

The Nets fell to 9-13 on the season after a 128-102 road loss to the Bulls on Monday. Brooklyn, who entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread, losing by 26 points. The total points for the game were 230, just under the O/U line of 231.5.

Brooklyn and Chicago were tied at 29 after the 1st quarter, but the Bulls took control with a 13-0 run, extending their lead from 42-39 to 52-42. Chicago outscored the Nets 27-21 in the 2nd quarter and 36-22 in the 3rd, putting the game out of reach heading into the 4th quarter with a 92-72 lead.

Pacers Offense Breakdown

Tyrese Haliburton led the Pacers with 30 points and 6 assists in their 122-111 loss to the Raptors, shooting 62.5% from the field and hitting 4 threes at 44.4%. Myles Turner also connected on 4 threes, shooting 66.7% from deep and finishing with 16 points, while Bennedict Mathurin added 17 points.

As a team, the Pacers shot 45.2% from the field and made 12 threes at a 40% clip. T.J. McConnell scored 12 of his 14 points in the 4th quarter, and Haliburton added 12 points in the 3rd.

Nets Offense Breakdown

The Nets struggled offensively in their loss to the Bulls, shooting just 40% from the field and 33.3% from three-point range, hitting 14 threes overall. Dariq Whitehead led the way with 18 points, connecting on 6 threes at a 60% clip, and adding 9 points in the 4th quarter.

Dennis Schröder contributed 16 points and 10 assists, with 8 points coming in the 3rd quarter. Tyrese Martin added 15 points, 7 of which came in the final period.

Pacers Team Defense

The Pacers struggled defensively against the Raptors, allowing 122 points on 54% shooting in Tuesday’s loss. Indiana gave up 31 points in the 1st quarter and 34 in the 2nd, with Toronto scoring 29 in the 4th to seal the win.

From beyond the arc, the Raptors hit 13 threes at a 39% clip. The Pacers sent Toronto to the line 29 times, where they made 21 free throws. Indiana finished with 25 defensive rebounds, 8 steals, and 6 blocks.

Nets Team Defense

The Pacers struggled defensively, giving up 122 points to the Raptors, who shot 54% from the field. Indiana allowed 31 points in the 1st quarter and 34 in the 2nd, but they tightened up slightly in the 3rd, giving up 28 points, and allowed 29 in the 4th.

From beyond the arc, the Raptors hit 13 threes at a 39% clip. The Pacers sent Toronto to the line 29 times, where they made 21 free throws. Indiana recorded 25 defensive rebounds, allowed 6 offensive boards, and finished with 8 steals and 6 blocks.

Pacers vs Nets Trends

• Through their last three road contests, the Pacers offense has averaged 116 points per game while allowing an average of 129. Indiana posted an overall record of 0-3 while going 0-3 ATS.
• Across their last five home contests, Brooklyn has been good against the spread posting a mark of 3-2. Their overall mark in these games was 3-2, while averaging 112 points per game.
• Going back to their last five games as the underdog, the Nets have a straight up record of 2-3. But, their mark vs the spread was just 2-3.
• Going back to their last three games as the favorite, the Pacers have a straight up record of 1-2. But, their mark vs the spread was just 0-3.

Pacers vs Nets Prediction

We’re calling a win for the Pacers, with a final score of 117-85, and we’re taking them to cover the spread. Our recommendation is to bet on the Pacers at -2.

As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 227.5 and our model has the Pacers and Nets finishing with a combined 202 points. Our pick is to take the under.

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