Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks Betting Odds, AI Picks and Analysis (May 8th)
In a thrilling high-scoring matchup, the New York Knicks emerged victorious over the Indiana Pacers 130-121. Despite being underdogs, the Pacers kept it close throughout, even leading after three quarters. However, a dominant 39-point fourth quarter by the Knicks sealed the deal. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with a massive 43 points, while Donte DiVincenzo chipped in 25 points. Both teams shot the ball exceptionally well, surpassing the over/under line by a significant margin.
The Indiana Pacers and New York Knicks lock horns in a rematch after a thrilling high-scoring affair. Dive into our analysis of the latest betting NBA Odds, AI picks, and expert insights to form your own Pacers vs Knicks predictions for tonight’s game.
Knicks Outlast Pacers in High-Scoring Shootout
The New York Knicks edged out the Indiana Pacers in a thrilling 121-117 victory. Despite being 6-point underdogs, the Pacers kept it close throughout the game, even leading after the 3rd quarter. However, the Knicks exploded for 39 points in the final period to secure the win.
Knicks Take Control in the 4th
Jalen Brunson led the Knicks’ scoring onslaught with a massive 43-point performance. Donte DiVincenzo chipped in a valuable 25 points as the Knicks outscored the Pacers 39-30 in the decisive 4th quarter.
Offensive Showcase
Both teams showcased impressive shooting efficiency. The Pacers connected on over 52% of their shots, while the Knicks countered with an even better 53.7% shooting performance. The combined score of 238 points easily surpassed the over/under line of 217.5.
Betting Trends and Team Stats
Here’s a quick look at some key betting trends and team stats to consider for future matchups:
- Pacers: Indiana boasts a strong over/under record (48-41) with a higher average line (239.6) than today’s 222.5. They’ve covered the spread in their last two games and have a solid road record (22-23).
- Knicks: New York has a slightly negative over/under record (41-47-1) but has seen the over hit in their last three games. Their home record sits at 30-15, but they’ve struggled to cover the spread recently (23-22). Overall, the
- Knicks are a dominant favorite (39-12) and hold a strong record within the Eastern Conference (35-17).
Looking Ahead
Both teams will look to adjust and capitalize on their strengths as they move forward in the season.
Game Information
| Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks |
| Location of the Game: Madison Square Garden, New York |
| Date and Time: Wednesday, May 8th 8:00 ET |
| Reason: 2024 NBA Eastern Conference Showdown |
| How to watch: watchlivesports.co |
AI Predictions and Sport Betting AI Picks
These are the NBA Computer Picks for tonight’s NBA Schedule game:
| TEAM | SERIES | AI PICKS | Sport Betting AI PICKS | |||
| Pacer | 0 | 113 | 225 | SPREAD IND+4.5 |
MONEYLINE IND +155 |
TOTAL OVER 222.5 |
| Knicks | 1 | 112 | ||||
- AI Picks: Indiana Pacers 113 – New York Knicks 112
- Sport Betting AI Picks: ATS Pacers +4.5 | ML Pacers +155 | OVER 222.5
Pacers vs Knicks Predictions and Odds
Next, we have the NBA odds for this NBA Matchup.
Indiana Pacers Game Analysis
Pacers: Offensive Powerhouse with Defensive Quirks
High-Powered Offense Leads the League
The Indiana Pacers boast the NBA’s most potent offense, averaging a whopping 123.3 points per game. Even on the road, they’re a scoring threat, averaging 119.8 points per contest. This dominance extends to field goal percentage, where they lead the league at a staggering 50%.
Myles Turner on Fire
According to the NBA player stats, Myles Turner has been on a tear for the Pacers, averaging 19.8 points per game over his last five outings. He’s been lights out from beyond the arc, hitting 2.8 threes per game at a sizzling 43.8% clip.
Haliburton’s All-Around Brilliance
Tyrese Haliburton is a do-it-all guard, averaging a well-rounded stat line of 20.1 points and a league-leading 10.9 assists per game for the season. Over his last five games, he’s upped his scoring to 16.2 points while dishing out an impressive 8.8 assists per game.
Defense: A Mixed Bag
While the Pacers boast a league-leading offense, their defense has been a work in progress. They rank 27th in points allowed per game (119.6), with their road defense slightly worse at 121.0 points allowed.
Three-Point Lockdown
However, the Pacers excel at defending the three-point line. They hold opponents to a league-low 36.5% shooting from beyond the arc and also lead the league in limiting three-point attempts.
Free Throw Focus
The Pacers minimize free throw opportunities for their opponents, ranking 30th in free throws allowed per game. However, opposing teams have managed to score above their season average in 72% of games against Indiana.
Injury Update
According to the NBA injury report, we have the following players out:
- Tyrese Haliburton (Back) – Questionable
- Bennedict Mathurin (Shoulder) – Out
New York Knicks Game Analysis
Knicks Boast Stingy Defense, Brunson Leads Offensive Charge
Brunson on a Tear for the Knicks
Jalen Brunson has been on fire lately, averaging a scorching 42 points per game on a stellar 50% field goal percentage over his last five outings. He’s also been a playmaking machine, averaging a near double-double with 9.4 assists per game in that stretch. Overall for the season, Brunson is a scoring machine, averaging 28.7 points and 6.7 assists per game.
Balanced Scoring Emerges
Beyond Brunson, the Knicks have received valuable contributions from OG Anunoby and Josh Hart over their last five games. Both players averaged a solid 16.4 points per game in that span. Hart has also been a force on the boards, pulling down an impressive 11.8 rebounds per game, while Anunoby chipped in with 8.4 rebounds and 2. threes per game.
Solid Defense Anchors New York
The Knicks boast one of the league’s stingiest defenses, ranking a strong fifth in points allowed overall (108.3 per game). At home, their defense is even more dominant, surrendering a league-low 105.6 points per game (3rd best in NBA). Throughout the season, opponents have consistently struggled to score their season average against New York (75.6% of games) based on the NBA team stats.
Three-Point Efficiency on Both Ends
The New York Knicks are a threat from beyond the arc, ranking 10th in three-point shooting percentage and 11th in total threes made. They’ve also done an excellent job of limiting opponents’ three-point success, holding them to just 36.3% shooting from deep (better than their season average).
Injury Report
According to the NBA injury report, we have the following players out:
- Bojan Bogdanovic (Ankle) – Out
- Julius Randle (Shoulder) – Out
- Mitchell Robinson (Ankle) – Out
Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks Head-to-Head
Here’s a breakdown of recent trends between the Knicks and Pacers:
Knicks Control Recent Matchups:
- The Knicks hold a slight edge in the last 10 meetings, winning 6 out of 10 games.
Pacers Cover the Spread as Underdogs:
- Interestingly, when facing the Knicks as underdogs in the last 3 games, the Pacers have covered the spread twice (2-1).
High-Scoring Games Expected:
- The previous 5 meetings between these teams averaged a hefty 245 points per game, with the over/under record being 3-2.
The last 3 road games for the Pacers against the Knicks also followed a similar trend (3-2 over/under).
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