Philadelphia 76ers vs Indiana Pacers 3/18/23 – On Saturday night in NBA action, the Indiana Pacers take on the Philadelphia 76ers. At 32-38 on the season, Indiana sits third in the Eastern Conference while Philadelphia has won five straight over Indiana including a 3-0 mark this season. The 76ers are favored to win this game by the basketball betting forum.
Philadelphia 76ers vs Indiana Pacers
Date & Time: Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET
Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Philadelphia 76ers vs Indiana Pacers Betting Odds
76ers
Moneyline: -286
Spread: -6.5 (-116)
Total: 235 over (-110)
Pacers
Moneyline: +205
Spread: +6.5 (-116)
Total: 235 under (-110)
Philadelphia 76ers vs Indiana Pacers Analysis
Philadelphia 76ers is set to play Friday night in Charlotte before traveling to Indiana to take on the Pacers on Saturday. Prior to their back-to-back, Philadelphia picked up a road win against Cleveland Cavaliers, trailing 60-55 at halftime but rallying in the second half to secure victory. Joel Embiid led all scorers with 36 points and 18 rebounds; James Harden added 28 points and 12 assists; Tyrese Maxton contributed 23 points, and Shake Milton chipped in with 11 off the bench for Philadelphia. The 76ers are currently 46-22, third in the East and on a six-game winning streak. Additionally, they’ve gone 7-3 over their last 10 games while averaging 115.1 PPG and allowing 110.7 PPG – ranking 10th respectively. Leading this season are Embiid with 33.5 PPG and 10.2 rebounds; Harden at 21.9 PPG with 10.8 assists; Maxey contributing 19.9 points per game; Harris averaged 14.6, while De’Anthony Melton averaged 10.1 PPG this season.
Indiana Pacers is currently in 11th place in the East at 32-38, one half a game behind Washington Wizards for 10th place – which would secure them a play-in spot. At home, they’re 19-16 and averaging 115.9 PPG, ranking 10th; while allowing 118 PPG – 26th. Tyrese Haliburton leads Indiana with 20.8 PPG and 10.4 assists per game; Myles Turner contributes 17.9 PPG while Buddy Hield averages 17.2 PPG and Bennedict Mauthrin adds 16.6 PPG on average. On Thursday night, Indiana pulled away to win against Milwaukee Bucks after trailing 40-30 at halftime and 64-55 at intermission. In the second half, however, Indiana outscored Milwaukee 84-59 to seal victory. Andrew Nembhard led all scorers with 24 points, Aaron Nesmith added 22 points, Buddy Hield added 20 points, Jordan Nwora had 12 and Turner added 11 points off the bench. TJ McConnell recorded a double-double with 19 points and 12 assists; George Hill contributed 15 points while Jalen Smith added 14.
Philadelphia 76ers vs Indiana Pacers Against the Spread
Under is 6-1 in 76ers last 7 games playing on 0 days rest. Over is 4-1 in 76ers last 5 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. Over is 4-1 in 76ers last 5 vs. a team with a losing straight up record. Over is 4-1 in 76ers last 5 road games. The 76ers are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 Saturday games.
Over is 4-0 in Pacers last 4 home games. The Pacers are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. The Pacers are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600. The Pacers are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record. Over is 5-1 in Pacers last 6 overall.
Philadelphia 76ers vs Indiana Pacers Free Pick
Philadelphia is on a back-to-back and looks likely to secure another road win and cover the spread. The Pacers have been solid ATS this season, but have struggled against Philadelphia this year. Philadelphia’s defense has been impressive this season, and with some key players out for Indiana, the 76ers should get the victory on Saturday night according to basketball betting lines.
Free Pick: Philadelphia 76ers -6.5 (-116)
