Pacers vs Thunder Prediction and NBA Tips - 27 December 2024
Last updated: Dec 27, 2024, 12:10AM | Published: Dec 25, 2024, 11:34PM
The Indiana Pacers will sqaure off with the favoured Oklahoma City Thunder in NBA action at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Friday, beginning at 11:00am AEDT.
Led by the likes of Pascal Siakam, Tyrese Haliburton and Myles Turner, the Pacers are up against a Thunder team that includes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Isaiah Hartenstein.
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Pacers vs Thunder game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Using trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Friday's Indiana vs Oklahoma City NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Thunder a 65% chance of beating the Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Pacers vs Thunder: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse are shown here:
- Head to Head: Pacers $2.75, Thunder $1.48
- Line: Pacers +5 ($1.95), Thunder -5 ($1.87)
- Total (Over/Under 227.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Pacers at $2.75 and the Thunder at $1.48.
The Pacers are listed as 5-point underdogs against the Thunder, with odds of $1.95 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Thunder (-5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.87.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 227.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Pacers (+5) are predicted to cover the line 52% of the time, while the 227.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Pacers vs Thunder: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Indiana at $2.75 with Bet365
- Line: Pacers +5 at $1.95 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 227.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Pacers vs Thunder predictions are based on market-leading simulations and betting intelligence to help you place more informed bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Thunder have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pacers to win is our recommended option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges seen on Stats Insider is one of the keys to being a profitable punter in the long run.
Pacers vs Thunder: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pacers vs Thunder at Gainbridge Fieldhouse this Friday is the Thunder winning 115-111.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Indiana vs Oklahoma City game on Friday, including data-driven predictions and the best betting tips.
Pacers vs Thunder: Player Props
Looking for Oklahoma City vs Indiana player props? Stats Insider uses the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Pascal Siakam is expected to step up for the Pacers with 19 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is projected to finish with 31 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the Thunder.
Pacers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pascal Siakam | 19 | 8 | 3 |
| Tyrese Haliburton | 17 | 5 | 8 |
| Myles Turner | 16 | 8 | 2 |
| Bennedict Mathurin | 16 | 6 | 2 |
| T.J. McConnell | 11 | 4 | 5 |
Thunder Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 31 | 6 | 6 |
| Jalen Williams | 22 | 6 | 5 |
| Isaiah Hartenstein | 11 | 10 | 4 |
| Luguentz Dort | 10 | 4 | 2 |
| Isaiah Joe | 8 | 3 | 1 |
Our model updates regularly, so refresh this page for the latest betting tips before the Indiana vs Oklahoma City game.
As always, see our Best Bets for the best tips for every NBA game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Pacers vs Thunder: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Pacers and Thunder at Gainbridge Fieldhouse is scheduled to commence at 11:00am AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Indiana Pacers vs Oklahoma City Thunder
- Date: Friday 27 December 2024
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Indiana vs Oklahoma City predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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