The Los Angeles Lakers are aiming to bounce back when they travel to play against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday. The Lakers, with a 43-28 record overall and 15-19 away record, are looking to recover from a three-game losing streak, including a 118-106 defeat to the Orlando Magic on Monday. Meanwhile, the Pacers, holding a 42-29 overall record and a strong 24-9 home record, are on a five-game winning streak and are competitive in the Eastern Conference playoff picture. In their most recent game on March 24, Indiana defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 119-103. LeBron James is questionable for the Lakers due to a groin injury, with his availability to be determined closer to game time.
The game will take place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Lakers are slightly favored by 1.5 points in the betting odds, and the over/under for the total points is set at 236.
Lakers Seeking Momentum Shift
After losing their third consecutive game on Monday against the Magic, the Lakers are eager to change their trajectory. Despite being favored by 3.5 points in the previous game, they lost 118-106.
The Lakers are still integrating their team, which includes Luka Doncic and LeBron James. In his time with the Lakers, Doncic has been performing well, averaging 27.2 points, 8.6 rebounds, and 7.8 assists per game. James`s status for the upcoming game is uncertain, but he has been averaging 24.9 points, 8.4 assists, and 8.1 rebounds.
Pacers Aim to Continue Winning Streak
The Pacers enter Wednesday`s game with strong momentum from a five-game winning streak. Their latest victory was a comfortable 119-103 win against Minnesota. Indiana established a significant lead by the end of the third quarter, which Minnesota couldn`t overcome.
Tyrese Haliburton stood out offensively in the game against Minnesota, achieving a double-double with 24 points and 11 assists. Haliburton has been consistently providing assists, recording ten or more in his last 11 games. Pascal Siakam is the Pacers` leading scorer and rebounder, averaging 20.8 points and 7.0 rebounds per game.
Game Prediction
Predictions suggest a high-scoring game with a projected total of 238 combined points. One side of the spread is favored to hit in 60% of simulations.
