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Indiana - Charlotte. NBA match forecast
As part of the NBA regular championship, Indiana hosts Charlotte on December 9. Both teams are in a difficult situation, but the match promises to be interesting. Will the Hornets be able to break their losing streak, or will the Pacers strengthen their position in the East? - find out in our forecast
Command Analysis
Indiana Pacers
USACurrent form
The Pacers are struggling to hold on to the 10th place in the Eastern Conference, trying to maintain their position in the play-in zone. After a series of four defeats, including setbacks against strong opponents, the team finally achieved an important victory over Chicago (132:123). Rick Carlisle team demonstrated cohesion and high efficiency.
Tyrese Halliburton and Myles Turner are key figures, setting the tone for the game. In the upcoming match, it will be important to use the home court factor, where Indiana traditionally shows the best results. A win in this match can help the team to consolidate in the top ten and give confidence.
Disqualifications and injuries
Isaiah Jackson, Aaron Nesmith and James Wiseman will be out for the team next game due to injuries.
Interesting facts for betting
The Pacers have lost only once in their last five home games.
Probable lineup: Siakim - Mathurin, Turner - Nembhard, Haliburton.
Charlotte Hornets
USACurrent form
The Hornets are going through a tough time, sitting at the bottom of the Eastern Conference. Injuries to key players, including LaMelo Ball, have left the team severely weakened. The team has lost eight games in a row, including a 102-116 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Despite the efforts of players like Brandon Miller, the team lacks the depth to compete against strong opponents.
The coaching staff is struggling to compensate for the absence of leaders, but it is showing in the quality of play. The road game against Indiana will be another challenge, where the Hornets will try to break their losing streak despite all the problems.
Disqualifications and injuries
LaMelo Ball, Miles Bridges, Moussa Diabate, Tre Mann, Nick Richards, Tijane Salaoun and Grant Williams are all out with injuries and will not play next game.
Interesting facts for betting
The Hornets have gone eight games without a win on the road.
Probable lineup: Martin - Green, Gibson - Micic, Miller.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Indiana win
In 3 of the last 5 head-to-head meetings, the Pacers have won in the first quarter.
1.53Bet 1st quarter: total under 55.5 points
Only 1 of the 5 head-to-head games saw more than 55 points scored in the first quarter.
2.03Tip and bets
Charlotte faces a tough game, especially on the road against a motivated Indiana. The loss of key players limits their room for maneuver, and the visitors will have to play second fiddle.
On the other hand, the Pacers have gained confidence after their recent win and can take advantage of the support of the stands. We assume that the home team will be able to consolidate their success, given the current problems of their opponent.
Our prediction is a victory for Indiana with a handicap of (-10.5) points for 1.72
Bet on total
The match is unlikely to be a high-scoring one. Indiana often relies on tough defense, and Charlotte, weakened by injuries, does not look threatening in attack. The overall total will most likely remain below the standard level.
Forecast - total under 224.5 points for 1.83
Bet on statistics
Composition difficulties will directly affect the visitors' performance. Indiana will try to limit the actions of Brandon Miller and other Hornets attackers as much as possible. The probability of beating the visitors' individual total looks low.
Prediction - Charlotte individual total under 108.5 points for 1.62
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