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Indiana Pacers vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Preview
The Bucks visit Indianapolis with a familiar face returning to Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Myles Turner spent a decade anchoring the Pacers’ defense, and now he faces his former team in Milwaukee colors for the first time. Indiana finally snapped an 0-5 start despite significant injuries, while Milwaukee’s offense is rolling but remains vulnerable defensively.
Line Movement and Odds
Milwaukee opened as a 5.5-point favorite and has been bet to -6.5. Early tickets lean toward the Bucks, but some sharp bettors are grabbing Indiana with the points at home. The total sits at 235.5, reflecting both teams’ willingness to push pace and their defensive issues.
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Indiana Pacers Outlook
Despite missing Tyrese Haliburton, Bennedict Mathurin and Andrew Nembhard, the Indiana Pacers earned their first win of the season by beating Golden State 114-109. Pascal Siakam continues to carry the load at 25.0 points and 9.0 rebounds per game, while Aaron Nesmith exploded for a career-high 31. Quenton Jackson added 25 and 10 assists as Indiana relied on tempo, ball movement and grit rather than star power.
Milwaukee Bucks Outlook
The Milwaukee Bucks are averaging 123.7 points per game and shooting a league-best 52.5% from the field. Giannis Antetokounmpo (34.2 ppg) and Ryan Rollins (18.2 ppg) are pacing the offense, but Milwaukee has allowed 135 and 133 points in its last two outings. Defense remains the concern, and Turner’s return is meaningful for interior protection and emotional energy.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
Turner vs his former frontcourt matters, but the real leverage lies in whether Indiana can slow Giannis in transition. If the Pacers’ depleted backcourt struggles to contain Rollins and Milwaukee’s pace, this could flip early. SportsHub handicapper Cameron Ross has emphasized Milwaukee’s halfcourt efficiency in recent slates — especially when opponents don’t have elite rim protection available behind switches.
Injuries / Availability
Indiana remains without Haliburton (Achilles), Mathurin (toe), Andrew Nembhard (shoulder) and T.J. McConnell (hamstring). Obi Toppin is out long-term following foot surgery. These absences thin their guard rotation and limit creation outside of Siakam.
Milwaukee is monitoring Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee management) but he is expected to play. No new major injuries have been reported for the Bucks ahead of shootaround.
Environment / Game Conditions
Pace will be high — Indiana is still top-10 in field goal attempts per game, and Milwaukee ranks top five in offensive efficiency. The Pacers are on normal rest at home, while the Bucks are playing their second road game in three nights. Expect a scoring-friendly environment but possibly streaky shot selection from Indiana’s young backcourt.
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Projected Final Score:
- Bucks 124, Pacers 116
Best Bet:
- Bucks -6.5
Secondary Lean:
- Over 235.5
Milwaukee’s offense is too efficient against a Pacers roster missing key creators and defenders. If Giannis plays his normal workload, Indiana doesn’t have the size or depth to counter. Even if the Pacers hang early, their shortened rotation is vulnerable late, especially against a team that can score at all three levels.
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