Pacers vs Kings
Mon, Dec 8
Final
Pacers
Pacers
(5 - 18)
116
-
105
Kings
Kings
(6 - 17)
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacers | 35 | 31 | 26 | 24 | 116 |
| Kings | 23 | 28 | 37 | 17 | 105 |
Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
GAME LEADERS
PTS
REB
AST
Andrew Nembhard
IND | #2 | G/F
28
4
12
Russell Westbrook
SAC | #18 | G
24
12
14
Smart Game Analysis
Indiana Pacers has a 58% chance of winning the game
The Pacers' recent offensive rhythm at home combined with Sacramento's critical absence of Domantas Sabonis gives Indiana the edge in this matchup.
Key Analysis
- • Sacramento is missing their offensive hub Domantas Sabonis, which severely limits their playmaking and rebounding.
- • Pascal Siakam is averaging over 24 points per game and will exploit a Kings defense allowing 122.3 points per contest.
- • Indiana has won three of their last five games, showing improved chemistry despite Tyrese Haliburton's season-ending injury.
- • The Kings have lost 15 of their last 16 road games when playing with a rest disadvantage, having just played in Miami on Saturday.
- • Sacramento ranks 29th in the league in rebounding, a weakness Indiana can exploit to control the pace.
- • To steal a win, the Kings need another explosive scoring night from Zach LaVine and efficient production from DeMar DeRozan.
