Game Details:

Matchup: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Indiana Pacers
Date & Time: Wednesday, March 26, 2025 | 7:00 PM ET
Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN
Betting Line: Pacers -2.5 | Over/Under: 235.5

Key Storylines

Lakers Fighting for Playoff Position

The Lakers are in a heated battle for playoff seeding in the Western Conference and can’t afford to drop winnable games. Led by LeBron James and Anthony Davis, Los Angeles will be seeking a big win on the road.

Pacers’ Home-Court Dominance

Indiana has been one of the best home teams in the East this season, playing fast and efficiently on offense behind Tyrese Haliburton and Myles Turner. Their ability to outpace teams in transition has been a huge weapon.

Anthony Davis vs. Myles Turner

A key matchup in this game will be in the frontcourt, where Davis and Turner are set to battle. Turner’s ability to stretch the floor could present defensive challenges for the Lakers’ big man.

Injury Report

Los Angeles Lakers:
Out: Jarred Vanderbilt (foot)
Questionable: D’Angelo Russell (ankle)

Indiana Pacers:
Out: Bennedict Mathurin (shoulder)
Questionable: T.J. McConnell (groin)

Betting Trends

Against the Spread (ATS):

Lakers: 34-32 ATS this season
Pacers: 36-30 ATS this season

Over/Under Trends:

The total has gone over in 38 of the Pacers’ 66 games.
The total has gone under in 35 of the Lakers’ 66 games.

Lakers’ Road Performance:

Los Angeles is 16-17 in away games this season.
Indiana is 22-12 at home, making them a tough matchup.

Player Prop to Watch

Tyrese Haliburton (Pacers) – Assists Total: 10.5
Haliburton has been a prolific playmaker, and against a Lakers defense that can struggle with guards, the over could be in play.

LeBron James (Lakers) – Points Total: 26.5
With the Lakers needing every win, LeBron could take over offensively, making his over a solid bet.

Prediction & Best Bets

Spread: Indiana -2.5 → The Pacers’ ability to score efficiently at home gives them an edge.
Total: Over 235.5 → Both teams thrive in transition, making this a high-scoring affair.
Player Prop: Tyrese Haliburton Over 10.5 assists → He should control the tempo and pile up dimes.

The Lakers have the star power to take this one, but Indiana’s home advantage and offensive firepower should prove too much.

Final Score Prediction: Pacers 121, Lakers 116