Indiana Pacers vs Toronto Raptors Prediction: Moneyline, Props & SGP (Jan 14)
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Indiana Pacers vs Toronto Raptors Prediction: Moneyline, Props & SGP (Jan 14)

Alexander Yaremenko Alexander Yaremenko
Moneyline PickToronto Raptors
Player PropScottie Barnes Over 5.5 Rebounds
Same Game Parlay (Bet Builder)Raptors ML + Brandon Ingram 11+ points + Under 230 Total
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Indiana Pacers vs Toronto Raptors Main Match Info

Indiana Pacers vs Toronto Raptors Moneyline Prediction

Rick Carlisle’s Pacers thrived on a high-speed, transition-heavy offence. However, with Tyrese Haliburton out for the season due to a torn Achilles, that team’s identity has disappeared.

Indiana now struggle to generate easy looks in the half-court. They’re facing a Raptors side that rank sixth in the league in points allowed, with just 112.2 points per game. 

Toronto’s philosophy of deploying versatile wings like Brandon Ingram and Scottie Barnes is a nightmare for the Pacers, who lack a primary playmaker to break down defensive rotations.

In the final three minutes of the meeting, the Raptors can effectively channel the ball to Barnes or Brandon Ingram. While Indiana have the presence of Pascal Siakam, they often struggle to find secondary scoring options when he’s double-teamed.

Indiana Pacers vs Toronto Raptors Player Prop

Indiana have been decimated in the frontcourt, with both Isaiah Jackson and Obi Toppin sidelined. This has forced the team to play smaller or rely on Jay Huff. The Pacers currently rank 22nd in the league in defensive rebounding, making them prime targets for elite glass-cleaners.

Toronto’s defensive strategy involves forcing difficult, contested mid-range shots, which leads to plenty of rebounding opportunities. Barnes, who averages 8.4 rebounds per outing this season, has cleared the six-rebound mark in seven of his last 10 appearances. 

In a game where the Raptors are expected to force a lot of misses, Barnes will be the primary beneficiary of those defensive boards.

Indiana Pacers vs Toronto Raptors Same Game Parlay

We expect Toronto to win this meeting by dictating a slower, more deliberate pace that prevents Indiana from finding any rhythm, leading to a Raptors victory in a game that doesn’t turn into a shootout.

For the Canadian side to win and cover their defensive assignments, the encounter is unlikely to turn into a 240-point explosion. By taking a more aggressive Under of 230, we align the play with the expected defensive nature of the matchup. 

While fans often remember the Pacers for their high-scoring games of the past, statistics reveal that their offensive rating has dropped without the injured Haliburton.

Brandon Ingram scoring 11+ points is a very safe addition, as he’s consistently cleared this mark when healthy, serving as a crucial scoring option.

Even in a low-scoring affair or a game where Barnes draws the main focus of the defence, Ingram’s ability to create his own shot in the mid-range makes this a reliable floor. 

Indiana Pacers vs Toronto Raptors Team News

Indiana Pacers Team News

The Pacers’ injury list is exhausting for their fans to read. Tyrese Haliburton remains out for the season with a torn Achilles, a blow from which the squad haven’t recovered. Joining him on the sidelines are Bennedict Mathurin (thumb), Obi Toppin (foot), and Isaiah Jackson (concussion).

In their absence, Pascal Siakam has been heroic, leading the team with 23.5 PPG. He’s competing against his former side, which adds motivation, but he carries a heavy burden. 

Andrew Nembhard has stepped into the main playmaker role, averaging 7.0 assists, but he lacks the gravity that Haliburton provided. The Pacers’ main weakness is their bench depth; once the starters sit, their offensive efficiency drops.

Toronto Raptors Team News

The Raptors’ main issue is Jakob Poeltl, who is out with a back injury. This has forced Toronto to rely more on Sandro Mamukelashvili and Collin Murray-Boyles, who are seeing increased minutes. However, this shift hasn’t hurt their defence; if anything, it’s made them more switchable on the perimeter.

RJ Barrett’s play is questionable.

Brandon Ingram’s return to the lineup last week provided a secondary scoring punch that took the pressure off Immanuel Quickley. 

Their ability to move the ball (ranking fourth in assists per game at 29.4) makes them incredibly difficult to defend for an Indiana team that often struggle with communication on the defensive end.

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