Washington Wizards vs Indiana Pacers Prediction 12-15-23 NBA Picks
Washington Wizards (3-20) vs Indiana Pacers (13-10)
2023-12-15 19:00:00 EDT
The Line: Betting Odds: Washington Wizards +8 -- Over/Under: 254
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The Indiana Pacers look for a win after splitting their last 8 games. The Washington Wizards are riding a 6-game losing streak. Let’s preview this game and give out a Indiana Pacers vs Washington Wizards prediction.
Indiana Pacers Betting Preview
The Indiana Pacers responded with a win over the Pistons with a loss to the Bucks. The Indiana Pacers are averaging 128.4 points on 50.7 percent shooting and allowing 125.5 points on 50.3 percent shooting. Tyrese Haliburton is averaging 26.1 points and 4.3 rebounds, while Myles Turner is averaging 17.6 points and 8 rebounds. Bennedict Mathurin is the third double-digit scorer and Buddy Hield is grabbing 3.2 rebounds. The Indiana Pacers are shooting 37.9 percent from beyond the arc and 78.9 percent from the free-throw line. The Indiana Pacers are allowing 38.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 40.4 rebounds per game.
Indiana Pacers Team Facts
- The Pacers have won seven of their last eight games following a loss.
- The Pacers have covered the spread in 10 of their last 11 games on the first leg of a back-to-back against Eastern Conference opponents.
- Each of the Pacers’ last eight night games at Capital One Arena have gone OVER the total points line.
Washington Wizards Betting Preview
The Washington Wizards have lost to the Magic, 76ers and Nets and Pelicans during this streak. The Washington Wizards are averaging 115.9 points on 48.2 percent shooting and allowing 127 points on 50.6 percent shooting. Kyle Kuzma is averaging 23 points and 6 rebounds, while Jordan Poole is averaging 16.5 points and 3.4 assists. Deni Avdija is the third double-digit scorer, and Tyus Jones is grabbing 2.7 rebounds. The Washington Wizards are shooting 35.1 percent from beyond the arc and 77.7 percent from the free throw line. The Washington Wizards are allowing 37.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 38.8 rebounds per game.
Washington Wizards Team Facts
- The Wizards have lost each of their last 12 night games against teams that held a winning record.
- The Wizards have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight games at Capital One Arena.
- Each of the last eight games between the Pacers and Wizards at Capital One Arena have gone OVER the total points line.
Indiana Pacers vs Washington Wizards prediction
While the Indiana Pacers have had more success this season, they play a similar style as the Wizards. Both are offensive first and little to no effort defensively. The Wizards and Pacers have combined for 33 overs this season. When these teams met in October, they combined for 263 points. High total, but we’re going to see a lot of points here yet again. Instead of playing with the spread, give me the over.