The NBA season begins with a Central Division meeting between the Indiana Pacers and the Detroit Pistons. The Pacers, who concluded last season as the sixth seed in the East and advanced to the Eastern Conference Finals, will meet the Pistons, who finished the season with the poorest record in basketball, winning just 14 games. Last season, Indiana swept Detroit in a four-game series.
Coming off a strong playoff run, the Indiana Pacers have made minimal changes in the summer, aiming to build on their success. They’ve replaced Jalen Smith with James Wiseman and re-signed Pascal Siakam for a whopping $189 million. Tyrese Haliburton, the team’s best player, is on a trajectory of continuous improvement and will spearhead the fast-paced attack. The dynamic forward Pascal Siakam and the rim protector Myles Turner are pivotal to the Pacers’ lineup.
Last season, the Pacers showcased their prowess by finishing with the second-highest offensive efficiency and playing at the league’s second-fastest tempo. With such a stellar performance and considering the Pistons’ struggles, the Pacers are the clear favorites for this game.
With the Pacers’ strong performance last season and the Pistons’ struggles, the Pacers are the clear favorites to win this game. Our betting advice is to place your bet on the Indiana Pacers at the -4 spread, as they are expected to secure a convincing victory.