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Portland Trail Blazers vs Indiana Pacers, NBA 2024-25 Season, Today Match Prediction

Moda Center, Portland

Can Pacers Turn the Tide Against Blazers?

  • The Indiana Pacers have won 45.0% of their games against the Portland Trail Blazers.
  • The Portland Trail Blazers have an average of 102.3 points per game against the Indiana Pacers.
  • In the last five head-to-head games between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Indiana Pacers, the Indiana Pacers have won two games, while the Portland Trail Blazers have won three games.

Tournament: NBA 2024-25 Season | Venue: Moda Center, Portland | Tip Off: 08:30:00

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Portland Trail Blazers

The Portland Trail Blazers are currently 4th in the Northwest division and 13th in the Western Conference. Their record this season is 20-29 after their recent win against the Phoenix Suns. Deni Avdija scored a season-high 30 points as the Portland Trail Blazers defeated former teammate Damian Lillard with a 125-112 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks. The Blazers led by 19 points in the final quarter and have now won five of its last six. Next game, Scoot Henderson had 23 points, seven assists and five rebounds in the Portland Trail Blazers 119-90 victory over the Orlando Magic. Shaedon Sharpe also had 23 points and Deandre Ayton added 22 points and eight rebounds to help Portland win for the sixth time in seven games. Portland outscored Orlando 21-5 in fast break points and had a 12-5 edge in 3-pointers. In their recent game, the Portland Trail Blazers opened a two-game set against the Phoenix Suns with a 127-108 victory. Portland outscored Phoenix 66-32 in the paint.

The Portland Trail Blazers have been averaging 108.8 points per game, 43.4 rebounds and 23.2 assists per game this season. Anfernee Simons leads their offensive scoreboard averaging 18.2 points per game and Scoot Henderson with 5.3 assists per game. In defence, Deandre Ayton averages 10.1 rebounds and Donovan Clingan with 1.6 blocks per game. Toumani Camara with 1.4 steals per game.

Offensively, they have a field goal percentage of 45.2% and a three-point efficiency of 34.2%, highlighting their inefficiencies in scoring. They average 23.2 assists per game, showcasing their limited playmaking capabilities. On average they shoot 77.1% from the free throw line. Defensively, they average 5.6 blocks and 8.0 steals per game, while forcing 15.2 turnover per game. These stats show their ability to disrupt opponent plays. However, their rebounding at 43.4 remains a weak spot, while committing 19.3 fouls per game.

Key players include Deandre Ayton, who contributes with solid rebounding and inside scoring, and Anfernee Simons and Shaedon Sharpe, both primary scoring threats. Scoot Henderson is another focal point, showcasing potential as a playmaker despite inconsistency. Toumani Camara and Donovan Clingan for their defensive abilities.

Injury- Matisse Thybulle, Robert Williams III, Taza Moore, Justin Minaya.

Indiana Pacers

The Indiana Pacers are currently 2nd in the Central division and 4th in the Eastern Conference. Their record this season is 27-20 after their recent win against the Atlanta Hawks. The Pacers were defeated 140-110 by the Spurs in the first of two-game series. The Pacers got their revenge in the next game, where Tyrese Haliburton scored 28 points as the Indiana Pacers downed the San Antonio Spurs 136-98 in the NBA Paris Games finale. The Pacers led by 15 at halftime, fell behind by one in the third quarter, then rolled the rest of the way. Pascal Siakam scored 37 points, Tyrese Haliburton had 30 points as the Indiana Pacers beat the Detroit Pistons 133-119. Indiana scored 40 first-quarter points on 16-of-20 shooting, including 7 of 10 from 3. The Pacers finished 46 of 81 overall (56.8%), 19 of 38 on 3-pointers. In the last game of their five-game homestand, Pascal Siakam made a key 3-pointer late in the fourth quarter and finished with 20 points, nine rebounds and five assists to help the Indiana Pacers beat the reeling Atlanta Hawks 132-127. Indiana only had 11 turnovers and wound up with a 15-5 advantage in points off turnovers.

The Indiana Pacers have been averaging 116.2 points per game, 41.6 rebounds and 28.6 assists per game this season. Pascal Siakam leads their offensive scoreboard averaging 20.5 points per game and Tyrese Haliburton with 8.7 assists per game. In defence, Pascal Siakam averages 7.4 rebounds and Myles Turner with 1.9 blocks per game. Tyrese Haliburton with 1.2 steals per game.

Offensively, the Pacers average an impressive 49.2% from the field and 37.5% from the three-point range. Additionally, they average 28.6 assists per game, showcasing their ability to create chances. On average they convert 77.4% from the free throw line. Defensively, they allow a significant number of points per game (115.1 points), primarily due to lapses in perimeter defense and interior coverage. Despite this they maintain an active presence with 5.2 blocks and 8.3 steals per game, showing their defensive potential. In terms of rebounding, the team averages 41.6 rebounds per game, which is below the league average and needs some improvement.

Key players to watch include Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam, who orchestrates the offense with their elite playmaking and scoring abilities, and Myles Turner, a defensive anchor known for his shot-blocking prowess. T.J. McConnell also contribute significantly with his scoring and defensive abilities.

Injury- Isaiah Jackson, James Wiseman, Enrique Freeman.

Portland Trail Blazers vs Indiana Pacers Starting Lineups

Position Player Name
PG Scoot Henderson
SG Shaedon Sharpe
SF Jerami Grant
PF Anfernee Simons
C Deandre Ayton
Position Player Name
PG Andrew Nembhard
SG Tyrese Haliburton
SF Pascal Siakam
PF Bennedict Mathurin
C Myles Turner

The upcoming game between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Indiana Pacers is at the Moda Center in Portland. The Portland Trail Blazers are sitting at the bottom of the Western Conference with a 20-29 record. They are 12-13 at home, allowing opponents 114.6 points per game. The Blazers have won seven in their past 10 games, while having a winning percentage of .408. Whereas, the Indiana Pacers hold a 27-20 record and are 4th in the Eastern Conference. They are 12-12 while being on the road while conceding 115.1 points per game. The Pacers are 8-2 in their past 10 games and have a winning percentage of .574.

The Pacers' efficient offense led by Siakam and Haliburton, poses a significant challenge for the Trail Blazers. However, playing at home, the Trail Blazers will look to leverage their recent momentum and the contributions from Simons and Ayton counter the Pacers attack. Both the teams are currently on a three-game winning streak.

Portland Trail Blazers vs Indiana Pacers Player Stats

Player Name Points Rebounds Assists Steals/Blocks
Scoot Henderson 12.6 3.0 5.3 1.1/0.3
Shaedon Sharpe 17.4 3.9 2.5 0.8/0.2
Andrew Nembhard 10.9 3.4 5.2 1.2/0.1
Tyrese Haliburton 18.2 3.7 8.7 1.2/0.6

Given the Pacers superior offensive efficiency and previous win against the Trail Blazers, they may have a slight edge in this matchup. However, the Trail Blazers home-court advantage and recent form suggest that the game could be closely contested.

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