Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Trends

The upcoming NBA regular season game on December 20, 2025, between the Indiana Pacers and New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, LA, promises an exciting matchup filled with strategic plays and betting opportunities. The Pelicans, playing at home, have a solid 17-10-1 record against the spread, especially strong at home with a 10-5 ATS record, while the Pacers hold a middling 14-13-0 ATS record and struggle on the road with a 5-7 ATS away record.

Key players to watch include the Pelicans' leading shooters who boast a 34.6% 3-point shooting percentage and an overall field goal percentage of 46.3%. The Pacers trail slightly with a 32.9% from beyond the arc and 43.2% field goal accuracy. Both teams have dynamic starting lineups expected to play without major injuries, which should make for a competitive game.

The Pacers average 110.3 points per game but allow 115.9 points defensively, while New Orleans scores higher at 114.9 points per game but concedes slightly more at 119.9 points. The betting odds favor the Pelicans with a -3.5 point spread and a total points line set at 233.5, indicating a moderately paced game with some scoring fireworks expected.

Recent form shows the Pelicans winning 7 of their last 10 games, including a thrilling 133-128 victory over Memphis, while the Pacers have struggled, losing 7 of their last 10 games. This trend, combined with the home court advantage, suggests the Pelicans have the edge in this matchup. For a closer look at their previous encounter, see their 119-104 Pacers win on December 15, 2024, in Indianapolis.

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