Pelicans vs Pacers
Sat, Dec 20
Final
Pelicans
Pelicans
(6 - 22)
128
-
109
Pacers
Pacers
(6 - 21)
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pelicans | 44 | 20 | 34 | 30 | 128 |
| Pacers | 27 | 22 | 30 | 30 | 109 |
Venue: Smoothie King Center
GAME LEADERS
PTS
REB
AST
Zion Williamson
NOP | #1 | F
29
7
1
Pascal Siakam
IND | #43 | F
22
5
3
Smart Game Analysis
New Orleans Pelicans has a 64% chance of winning the game
The Pelicans, energized by a three-game winning streak and the return of Zion Williamson, hold a distinct advantage over an injury-plagued Pacers squad that struggles mightily on the road.
Key Analysis
- • Indiana is missing franchise star Tyrese Haliburton and key contributors Obi Toppin and Aaron Nesmith, leaving them severely shorthanded.
- • New Orleans has won three consecutive games, coinciding with a healthier roster and improved offensive rhythm.
- • The Pacers possess a dismal 1-11 record on the road this season, failing to perform consistently away from home.
- • Indiana ranks last in the NBA in 3-point shooting percentage at 32.9%, limiting their ability to space the floor.
- • Trey Murphy III provides a strong scoring punch for the Pelicans, averaging over 21 points per game to complement Williamson.
- • The Pacers must get a dominant performance from Pascal Siakam to overcome their significant depth and talent disadvantage in this matchup.
