LiontipsIndiana vs Miami. Prediction and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
Indiana team is still in a poor form, but Rick Carlisle's men earned some victories lately. The Pacers managed to defeat Brooklyn (125:116) and Washington (127:117). Now hosts need to gain consistency.
Indianapolis team suffered a defeat in the most recent match. Four days ago, Carlisle's lads were beaten at Brooklyn (109:116). Chris Duarte provided a strong offensive performance, scoring 30 points, but Tyrese Haliburton was unable to live up to the expectations, scoring just 11 points.
Florida team approaches the match against Indiana with two victories. In recent matches team managed to beat Golden State (116:109) and Sacramento (110:107). Both of these wins were recorded at home.
It won't be easy to extend the winning streak, because Jimmy Butler won't play against Indiana. Omar Yurtseven, Victor Oladipo and Nikola Jovic are also on injuried list.
Trends
СтавкаSmith: total over 7,5 rebounds
Jalen averages 8,3 rebounds per game at home
СтавкаIndiana: total under 111,5 points
In 3 of 5 latest matches the Pacers failed to score more than 111 points
Tip and bets
Indiana team has a chance to get a positive result today. Pacers will play at home and fans' support should help them to put up a fight to the Miami Heat, who will play without Jimmy Butler.
Our prediction - Handicap (+6,5) for the Indiana Pacers
In 5 of 7 latest matches of the Miami Heat total of 229,5 points was not beaten. We don't think that hosts have what it takes to break the Spoelstra's defense.
Our second bet is on total under 229,5 points
