Lakers vs. Pacers Picks and Prediction – 3/26/2025

Los Angeles Lakers (43-28) vs. Indiana Pacers (42-29)
Time: 7:30 PM ET
Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN
TV: ESPN

Previous Games:

• Lakers: 3-game losing streak

• Pacers: 5-game winning streak

Head-to-Head:

The Lakers have won 4 of their last 5 meetings against the Pacers. Despite Indiana’s current hot streak, Los Angeles will have LeBron James and Anthony Davis available, giving them a potential edge in this matchup.

Los Angeles Lakers Breakdown:

The Lakers are struggling, going 3-7 in their last 10 games. They are averaging 110.3 points per game while allowing 117.4 points per game. They’ve struggled on the road this season with a 15-19 record, and defensive lapses have cost them in recent matchups.

Key Players:

• LeBron James: 24 PPG, 7 APG, 6 RPG

• Austin Reaves: 18 PPG, 6 RPG

Indiana Pacers Breakdown:

The Pacers are surging with 7 wins in their last 10 games. They rank 9th in the NBA in offensive efficiency, averaging 116.6 points per game. Indiana has been dominant at home, posting a 24-10 record, and will look to extend their winning streak.

Key Players:

• Tyrese Haliburton: 24 PPG, 11 APG

• Pascal Siakam: 14 PPG, 6 RPG

Betting Trends:

Los Angeles Lakers:

• 4-1 SU in their last 5 games vs. Indiana.

• OVER in 4 of their last 5 games.

Indiana Pacers:

• 5-0 SU in their last 5 games.

• UNDER in 7 of their last 10 games.

• 2-9 ATS in their last 11 games.

Exact Score Prediction:

Los Angeles Lakers 118 – Indiana Pacers 113

Our Best Bet:

Los Angeles Lakers ML (-125)

The Lakers are desperate to snap their losing streak and have two of the best players on the floor in LeBron and AD. Indiana’s offense is dangerous, but LA’s urgency and matchup history give them the advantage.