Pacers vs Pelicans Prediction for 11/25/24: Picks, Odds, Injury Updates

On By Littum

(updated with new information)

The Indiana Pacers are on the back end of a home back-to-back when they New Orleans Pelicans visit. Both teams are badly beaten.

The Pacers (7-10) snapped a three-game losing streak Sunday, and Tyrese Haliburton had a strong game (21 points, 5-of-11 3-pointers) against the Washington Wizards. They remain without four rotation players — starters Aaron Nesmith and Andrew Nembhard, and reserves Ben Sheppard and Isaiah Jackson.

The Pelicans (4-13) are missing big star Zion Williamson, regulars Herbert Jones and Jose Alvarado and perhaps guards Dejounte Murray and CJ McCollum. They have won just one of their last 11 games.

The Pelicans beat the Pacers 125-118 on Nov. 1 behind Williamson’s 34 points. The Pacers lost Nesmith and Jackson to long-term injuries in that game.

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Pacers vs Pelicans Prediction, Picks

Dustin Dopirak, IndyStar: Pacers 122-115

With their top three wing defenders injured, and coming off three road losses, the Pacers are coming off well against the team in last place in the Eastern Conference. The worst of the West arrives on Monday.

After beating Washington, New Orleans comes to Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Pelicans are far more decimated by injuries than the Pacers.

The Pelicans still have a little more punch than the Wizards, so they should keep it interesting. Brandon Ingram will certainly be a tough cover without Aaron Nesmith available. But if the Pacers maintain any kind of offensive rhythm, they should get their second straight win.

Pacers-Pelicans betting odds

via BetMGM

Favorite: Pacers by 6.5 points

Above/below: 225.5 total points

Moneyline: Pacers -250, Pelicans +200

ESPN’s matchup prediction giving the Pacers a 77.3% chance to win.

Pacers vs Pelicans injury updates

Pacers: Myles Turner (calf) and Johnny Furphy (ankle) are doubtful. Ben Sheppard (oblique), Andrew Nembhard (knee), Aaron Nesmith (ankle), Isaiah Jackson (Achilles) and James Wiseman (Achilles) are out.

Pelicans: Herbert Jones (shoulder), Zion Williamson (hamstring), Jose Alvarado (hamstring) and Dejounte Murray (hand) are out; Brandon Ingram (calf) is questionable; CJ McCollumn (adductor) and Yves Missi (shoulder) are probable.

Pacers projected starting lineup

(with seasonal average)

Pelicans projected starting lineup

  • Brandon Ingram (22.9 points, 5.8 rebounds, 5.4 assists)
  • Trey Murphy III (17.2 points, 4.8 rebounds)
  • Brandon Boston Jr. (12.5 points, 4.2 assists)
  • CJ McCollum (18.8 points, 38.2% 3-pointers)
  • Yves Messi (7.0 points, 6.9 rebounds)

How to watch Pelicans vs Pacers

7:00 PM ET Monday, November 25, 2024 on FanDuel Sports Network with Chris Denari (play-by-play), Quinn Buckner (analysis) and Jeremiah Johnson (sideline reporting).

How to watch the Pacers live stream for free

Watch games on FanDuel Sports Network and ESPN with Fubowhich offers a free trial period. Watch games on TNT with Sling TV.

How to listen to the Pacers

93.5 and 107.5 FM in Indianapolis, with Mark Boyle. Stream on SiriusXM Channels 213, 891.

Pacers schedule

Nov 22: Bucks 129, Pacers 117

Nov 24: Pacers 115, Wizards 103

man. Nov 25: vs. New Orleans, at 19.00

Wednesday, November 27: vs. Portland, at 19.00

*-Fri. Nov 29: vs. Detroit, at 19.00

Pelicans schedule

November 20: Cavaliers 128, Pelicans 100

Nov 22: Warriors 112, Pelicans 108

man. Nov 25: in Indiana at 19.00

Wed. Nov 27: vs. Toronto, at 8 p.m

*-Fri. Nov 29: in Memphis at 17.00

*-NBA Cup game