
Pacers vs Pistons Prediction 1/29/25 NBA Picks Today
Detroit Pistons (23-23) vs. Indiana Pacers (25-20)
January 29, 2025 7:00 pm EDT
The Line: Indiana Pacers -6.5; Over/Under: 229.5
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The Detroit Pistons and Indiana Pacers meet Wednesday in NBA action at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Here’s a Pacers vs Pistons Prediction. This article will include a Pacers vs Pistons Pick.
Detroit Pistons Betting Preview
The Detroit Pistons lost to the Magic and Cavs, and they play the Mavericks, Bulls, and Hawks next. The Detroit Pistons are averaging 112.2 points on 46.8 percent shooting and allowing 113.1 points on 46.6 percent shooting. Cade Cunningham is averaging 24.9 points and 6.5 rebounds, while Jaden Ivey is averaging 17.6 points and 4 assists. Malik Beasley is the third double-digit scorer and Tobias Harris is grabbing 6.2 rebounds. The Detroit Pistons are shooting 36.4 percent from beyond the arc and 77.5 percent from the free-throw line. The Detroit Pistons are allowing 37.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45 rebounds per game.
Indiana Pacers Betting Preview
The Indiana Pacers beat the 76ers, split with the Spurs, and they play the Hawks, Jazz, and Trail Blazers next. The Indiana Pacers are averaging 115.3 points on 48.9 percent shooting and allowing 115.2 points on 47.3 percent shooting. Pascal Siakam is averaging 20.1 points and 7.3 rebounds, while Tyrese Haliburton is averaging 18.1 points and 3.6 rebounds. Benedict Mathurin is the third double-digit scorer and Myles Turner is grabbing 6.9 rebounds. The Indiana Pacers are shooting 37.3 percent from beyond the arc and 77.4 percent from the free-throw line. The Indiana Pacers are allowing 35.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.7 rebounds per game.
Why the Indiana Pacers will win
- The Pistons have lost each of their last 26 games against Central Division opponents that held a winning record.
- The favorites have won each of the Pacers’ last eight games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
- The favorites have covered the spread in each of the Pacers’ last eight games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
- The Pistons have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games against Central Division opponents that held a winning record.
Why the Detroit Pistons will win
- The Pistons have won three of their last four games as road underdogs following a loss.
- The Pacers have lost six of their last nine games as favorites against Central Division opponents following a win.
- The Pistons have covered the spread in each of their last seven road games when playing with a rest disadvantage.
- The Pacers have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last nine games as favorites against Central Division opponents following a win.
Total Points Facts
- Six of the Pacers’ last seven home games against Central Division opponents have gone OVER the total points line.
- Six of the Pistons’ last seven night games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse have gone OVER the total points line.
Pacers vs Pistons Injury Report
The Pacers won’t have Isaiah Jackson or James Wiseman. Andrew Nembhard is questionable with a back injury.
The Detroit Pistons will continue to be without Jaden Ivey due to a broken leg. Tolu Smith is questionable after recently signing a two-way contract.
Pacers vs Pistons Prediction
The Indiana Pacers are playing their best ball of the season, and they have the offense to bury the Pistons. The problem is the Pacers have shown struggles at times defensively again, and they’re coming from Paris while not playing in four days. It could take the Pacers some time to get back in a rhythm. The Pistons have cooled down a bit with losses in four of their last six games, but they’re still a tough-minded group that defends. If this game gets ugly, the Pistons will have their chance to steal it. It’s also worth checking the status of Andrew Nembhard, as it’s a big blow for the Pacers if he can’t go. The Pistons have seen 13 of their 23 wins come on the road. I’ll take a shot with the Pistons and the points.