| MATCHUP | ||
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| Where | Event Location | |
| When | Thursday, February 19, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:00 PM EST | |
The Indiana Pacers and the Washington Wizards duke it out at the Capital One Arena on Thursday night. Here’s a Indiana Pacers v Washington Prediction. This article will include a Indiana Pacers v Washington Pick.
Indiana Pacers Betting Preview
The Indiana Pacers have been in decent form as they’ve split their last 10 games overall and they will be aiming for a third straight victory after sneaking past the lowly Nets in a 115-110 road win last Wednesday. Jarace Walker led the team with 23 points on nine of 18 shooting, Micah Potter added 19 points with 12 rebounds and two blocks off the bench while Ethan Thompson chipped in with 15 points.
As a team, the Pacers shot 49 percent from the field and 15 of 42 from the 3-point line as they got off to a slow start and scored just 18 points in the first quarter to fall behind by as many as 18 points. However, the Pacers chipped away at the deficit and made their move in the fourth quarter where they were tied on the scoreboard before Kam Jones nailed the clutch 3-pointer with just 16.8 seconds left on the clock to snatch the game away.
Washington Wizards Betting Preview
Meanwhile, the Washington Wizards stumbled their way into the All-Star break as they have lost six of their last eight games and are hoping to snap a three-game skid after getting trampled by the Cavaliers in a 138-113 road defeat on Wednesday. Kyshawn George lde the team with 17 points, Jamir Watkins added 16 points while Bilal Coulibaly chipped in with 13 points.
As a team, the Wizards shot 40 percent from the field and 14 of 46 from the 3-point line as they struggled to keep pace with the Cavaliers from the start and never looked in the contest after allowing 76 points in the first half. The Wizards fared better in the second half, but that was only because the Cavaliers pulled their starters early. Will Riley had a night to forget as he shot just one of 12 from the field for his four points off the bench.
Why the Washington Wizards will win
- The Pacers have lost each of their last seven games as road favorites following a road win.
- The Wizards have won five of their last six games as home underdogs on the first leg of a back-to-back.
- The Pacers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games as road favorites following a road win.
- The Wizards have covered the spread in seven of their last eight home games against Pacers teams that held a losing record.
Why the Indiana Pacers will win
- The Pacers have won each of their last six night games against Wizards teams that held a losing record.
- The Wizards have lost six of their last seven home games against opponents who are on the first leg of a back-to-back.
- The Pacers have covered the spread in five of their last six games on the first leg of a back-to-back.
- The Wizards have failed to cover the spread in four of their last five games as underdogs.
Total Points Facts
- Ten of the Pacers’ last 11 night games at Capital One Arena have gone OVER the total points line.
- Each of the Wizards’ last five night games have gone OVER the total points line.
Washington Wizards Player Facts
- Tre Johnson ranks T20th in the Eastern Conference amongst qualified players for 3P% (38.6%) this season.
Indiana Pacers Player Facts
- Andrew Nembhard ranks 7th amongst qualified players for assists per game (7.5) this season.
- Pascal Siakam ranks T7th in the league for points in the paint (610) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Wizards rank 30th in the league for opponent offensive rebounds per game this season (13.5).
- The Wizards rank 30th in the league for Q2 opponent points per game this season (31.1).
- The Pacers rank 30th in the league for offensive rating this season (109.8).
- The Pacers rank 30th in the league for effective field goal percentage this season (52.1%).
Indiana Pacers v Washington Prediction
The Pacers are still missing Tyrese Haliburton, Obi Toppin, and Johnny Furphy, while the Wizards have ruled out Anthony Davis, Trae Young, Cam Whitmore and Alex Sarr. You couldn’t back either side with any confidence these days, but you do have to give a bit of credit to the Pacers, who have been keeping their heads above water lately. The Wizards have surprised a few teams this season, but they are just so banged up at the moment, so I have the Pacers taking advantage and escaping with the win and cover on the road.