Atlanta Hawks (29-34) vs Indiana Pacers (35-26)
Game Info: Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 7:30 pm (State Farm Arena)
Betting Odds: Atlanta Hawks +1.5 -- Over/Under: 243.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: FanDuel SN IN
The Indiana Pacers and the Atlanta Hawks collide at the State Farm Arena once again on Saturday night. Here’s an Indiana Pacers vs Atlanta Hawks Prediction. This article will include an Indiana Pacers vs Atlanta Hawks Pick.
Indiana Pacers Betting Preview
The Indiana Pacers have been in decent shape as they've won six of their last nine games overall. They will be hoping to bounce back in this one after having their two-game win streak halted by the Hawks in a 124-118 road defeat on Thursday. Pascal Siakam led the team with 35 points, nine rebounds and three assists on 12 of 18 shooting, Aaron Nesmith added 21 points while Andrew Nembhard chipped in with 15 points and 10 assists. As a team, the Pacers shot 48 percent from the field and 14 of 39 from the 3-point line as they poured in 63 points in the first half to lead for most of the contest. Until the fourth quarter where the Hawks exploded for 38 points to snatch the game away in a close finish. The Pacers will play against the Bulls following this one.
Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview
Meanwhile, the Atlanta Hawks have been doing it tough as they've lost six of their last nine games overall, but they will be eager to build some momentum after sneaking past the Pacers in a close win on Thursday. Trae Young led the team with 22 points and 16 assists, Georges Niang led all scorers with 24 points on 10 of 15 shooting off the bench while Onyeka Okongwu chipped in with 20 points, 13 rebounds, and two assists on seven of eight shooting. As a team, the Hawks shot 53 percent from the field and 10 of 30 from the 3-point line. They did their best to hang within striking distance of the Pacers until the fourth quarter where they caught fire with 38 points to come away with the much-needed win at home. The Hawks will meet the 76ers and Hornets after this game.
Why the Atlanta Hawks will win
- The home team has won each of the Pacers' last five games.
- The Pacers have lost three of their last four games as road favorites.
- The Pacers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six night games against Southeast Division opponents that held a losing record.
- The home team has covered the spread in each of the Pacers' last five games.
Why the Indiana Pacers will win
- The Hawks have lost each of their last eight Saturday night games against Central Division opponents that held a winning record.
- The Pacers have won each of their last four road games against Eastern Conference opponents following a loss.
- The favorites have covered the spread in seven of the Hawks' last eight games.
- The Hawks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games as underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Hawks' last eight games at State Farm Arena following a home win has gone OVER the total points line.
- Eight of the Pacers' last nine games at State Farm Arena have gone OVER the total points line.
Indiana Pacers vs Atlanta Hawks Prediction
The Pacers could be shorthanded once again as Tyrese Haliburton and Bennedict Mathurin are both questionable, while the Hawks have listed Caris LeVert and Terance Mann are both questionable. This is one of those games where you should check the lineups before tipoff with both teams listing key players as questionable. The Hawks were able to get the win on Thursday, but they were really struggling before that game, so I am not surprised to see the Pacers open as favorites here. It wouldn't be shocking if the Hawks pulled off the upset again, but I think the Pacers have been the more consistent team all season, and I like them to bounce back and get their revenge in this spot.
Peter’s Pick Indiana -1.5
The pick in this article is the opinion of the writer, not a PickDawgz site consensus.
AUTHOR: Peter Tran
