The Indiana Pacers (12 – 18) play host to the Detroit Pistons (4 – 22) at 7:00pm EST on Thursday 16th December 2021.
The Pacers open the game as 9.5 point favorites. So far this season the Pacers are 16-14 against the spread (ATS) and 10-6 ATS when playing at home. The Pacers recently lost on the road 114-99 to the Milwaukee Bucks.
The visiting Pistons are 12-14 ATS and 6-7 ATS on the road. They’re currently the worst team in the league after suffering 12 consecutive losses.
Pacers vs Pistons Betting Odds
| Pacers Spread | -9.5 |
| Pistons Spread | +9.5 |
| Over/Under | 210.5 |
| Time | 7:00pm EST |
| TV | NBA TV |
Pacers and Pistons Betting Trends
- The Pacers are 4-6 in their last 10 games.
- Indiana are 16-14 ATS and 10-6 ATS at home.
- Totals have gone under in 17 of the Pacers’ 30 games
- The Pistons are 0-10 in their last 10 games.
- Detroit are 12-14 ATS and 6-7 ATS on the road.
- Totals have gone over in 13 of the Pistons’ 26 games
Pacers and Pistons Head to Head
- Nov 17, 2021: Indiana Pacers 89 @ Detroit Pistons 97
Pacers vs. Pistons Team Statistics
 | Statistics |  |
|---|---|---|
| 107.8 16th | Points Per Game | 99.7 29th |
| 45.9% 13th | Field Goal % | 40.9% 30th |
| 32.7% 27th | 3PT % | 31.3% 29th |
| 45.3% 12th | Rebounds | 42.3% 28th |
| 23.7% 13th | Assists | 21.4% 28th |
| 14.1% 17th | Turnovers | 15.3% 24th |
| 7.2% 22nd | Steals | 8.2% 9th |
| 6% 3rd | Blocks | 4.9% 14th |
| 20.2% 27th | Fouls | 19.9% 23rd |
Pacers vs. Pistons Injury Report
Indiana Pacers Injuries
| Player | Position | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Holiday | SF | Covid-19 | Game Time Decision |
| T.J. McConnell | PG | Wrist | Expected to be out until at least Feb 25 |
| T.J. Warren | SF | Foot | Expected to be out until at least Jan 15 |
Detroit Pistons Injuries
| Player | Position | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Killian Hayes | PG | Thumb | Game Time Decision |
| Jerami Grant | PF | Thumb | Expected to be out until at least Feb 1 |
| Chris Smith | SF | Knee | Expected to be out until at least Dec 15 |
| Kelly Olynyk | PF | Knee | Expected to be out until at least Dec 23 |
Key players to watch
Indiana Pacers Key Player
Malcolm Brogdon 20.3 ppg, 6.1 apg, 5.7 rpg
Detroit Pistons Key Player
Cade Cunningham 15.2 ppg, 4.5 apg, 6.4 rpg
Who plays tonight in the NBA?
The Indiana Pacers are hosting the Detroit Pistons at 7:00pm EST on Thursday 16th December 2021.
What TV channel is Pacers vs Pistons game on?
The Pacers vs Pistons game is available on NBA TV.
What time is the Pacers vs Pistons NBA game tonight?
Tonight’s NBA game between the Indiana Pacers and Detroit Pistons is at 7:00pm EST.
Who is the betting favorite in the Pacers vs Pistons NBA game tonight?
Detroit Pistons are the –100 betting favorites. Calculate your potential winnings from a $100 bet using our NBA odds calculator below.
Is Justin Holiday playing in tonights NBA game?
A game-time decision will be made. Justin Holiday is dealing with an injury to the Covid-19.
Is Killian Hayes playing in tonights NBA game?
A game-time decision will be made. Killian Hayes is dealing with an injury to the Thumb.
Why is T.J. McConnell not playing in tonights NBA game?
T.J. McConnell is dealing with an injury to the Wrist and is expected to be out until at least feb 25.
Why is T.J. Warren not playing in tonights NBA game?
T.J. Warren is dealing with an injury to the Foot and is expected to be out until at least jan 15.
Why is Jerami Grant not playing in tonights NBA game?
Jerami Grant is dealing with an injury to the Thumb and is expected to be out until at least feb 1.
Why is Chris Smith not playing in tonights NBA game?
Chris Smith is dealing with an injury to the Knee and is expected to be out until at least dec 15.
Why is Kelly Olynyk not playing in tonights NBA game?
Kelly Olynyk is dealing with an injury to the Knee and is expected to be out until at least dec 23.
