LiontipsIndiana vs Charlotte. Predictions and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
Pacers couldn't compete for the Top-6 this season, but campaign is not over for them. Of course, injuries affected their result, so now they have to fight for the play-off spot.
Indiana ended the regular season on a positive note, with an away win over Toronto (125:113). Oshae Brissett was one of the best among the guests and recorded a double-double. That win will bring some self-confidence to the players before the decisive matchup.
Nate Bjorkgren's men are ready for the clash against Charlotte, but head coach won't be able to pick some players, so he has to choose the right strategy.
Hornets were playing very well for the major part of the tournament, but things went wrong for them towards the end of the season. Team lost the momentum and dropped to the 10th spot of the Eastern conference.
Charlotte lost five games in a row, which is a shocking result for the players. Of course they had tough opponents, but they should have won at least one match. If James Borrego's side will continue to play like that, their season will be over soon.
Hornets are huge underdoges for this game and this is an understandable choice. They aren't playing well in head-to-head games against Indiana, so that won't be an easy fixture for the guests.
Trends
СтавкаIndiana: total under 116.5
Pacers are averaging 115 points per game
СтавкаCharlotte: total under 114.5
Hornets are averaging 110 points per game
СтавкаTotal of tied quarters - over 0.5
In last five H2H games four quarters ended in draws
Tip and bets
Both teams worked hard during this season and proved their mental toughness. Indiana had to rebuild because of injuries throughout the season. Charlotte will have to try hard, because they don't have many chances for a win. Looking at Hornets' current form, we recommend to put a bet on the hosts.
Our prediction - Indiana Pacers to win (Including OT)
Both opponents are playing defensively, because some of their key players are unavailable. We expect Pacers to lead the game and guests will try to contain their offense, so we are unlikely to see a high-scoring game.
Second prediction - total under 233.5 points
