Pacers Face Jazz in Crucial Matchup Tuesday Night

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — The Indiana Pacers (1-9) and Utah Jazz (3-7) will meet Tuesday at Delta Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET. This game comes as the Pacers seek redemption after suffering four consecutive losses, most recently falling 114-83 to the Golden State Warriors.

In their last outing, the Pacers could not cover as 13-point underdogs. Guard Andrew Nembhard led the team with 14 points, but Indiana’s offense has struggled, failing to score over 103 points in three straight games. Despite these issues, they have a 5-5 record against the spread this season.

The Jazz are also looking to regain momentum after losing 120-113 to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday. Despite the loss, they covered as 7.5-point underdogs, with Keyonte George scoring a game-high 27 points. The Jazz have seen some offensive improvement, scoring over 113 points in four home games, and hold a 6-4 record against the spread.

Historically, the Pacers dominated the season series last year, sweeping the Jazz 2-0. However, the current season paints a different picture as they’ve been plagued by injuries, including the absence of several key players like Tyrese Haliburton.

The betting odds favor Utah with a spread of Jazz +2.5 (-105), suggesting its home-court advantage may play a crucial role. Meanwhile, the total is set at 232.5, with analysts anticipating a low-scoring matchup, given both teams’ offensive struggles.

Keep an eye on the injuries, as backup point guard T.J. McConnell might make his season debut after being sidelined with a hamstring injury. Indiana’s chances may hinge on how they cope without several rotation players including Myles Turner and Obi Toppin.

The game will be a test for both teams as they strive to find their footing in the early part of the season.