Golden State Warriors vs Indiana Pacers preview

In Monday night’s interconference clash, the Golden State Warriors (21-5) are playing the Indiana Pacers (12-16) at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Will Malcolm Brogdon and the Pacers win their fourth consecutive game?

Golden State Warriors vs. Indiana Pacers news

Concerning betting statistics, the Warriors are 17-8-1 against the spread in the 2021-22 NBA season, while the Pacers are 14-13-1 against the spread. This exciting contest will air live at 7 p.m. ET through Bally Sports Indiana, Bally Sports Midwest, Bally Sports South, NBA League Pass, NBA TV and NBC Sports Bay Area. Per Land of Basketball’s database, based on 94 head-to-head regular season games played all-time, Indiana is 49-45 versus Golden State. In the previous three head-to-head meetings, the Pacers are 2-1 against them.

On Feb. 24, 2021, the last time these teams met during the regular season, Golden State won 111-107. In other news, following the Warriors’ road loss to the 76ers on Saturday, guard Stephen Curry extended his own streak of hitting at least one three-pointer in 150 consecutive regular season games played. This is his second-longest three-point streak in the history of the league, and the only longer streak was his own 157-game record. This season, the two-time MVP is averaging 27.1 points, 5.6 rebounds and 6.3 assists per game. His three-point shooting percentage is also 40.4%.

Stephen Curry has now hit a three-pointer in 150 consecutive regular season games played, the second-longest three-point streak in NBA history behind only his own previous streak of 157 consecutive games.

— Warriors PR (@WarriorsPR) December 12, 2021

Golden State Warriors vs. Indiana Pacers betting lines and odds

Sportsbook: BetUS

Over/Under: 213

Point spread: Warriors -3 (-110)

Best moneyline: Warriors -160, Pacers +140

Golden State Warriors vs. Indiana Pacers injury report

Warriors: SF Andre Iguodala (out) | SG Klay Thompson (out indefinitely) | C James Wiseman (out indefinitely)

Pacers: SF Justin Holiday (questionable) | SF T.J. Warren (out indefinitely) | PG T.J. McConnell (out indefinitely) | PG Brad Wanamaker (questionable)

All the Warriors’ veterans are expected to play in Indianapolis tomorrow, including Steph Curry and Draymond Green. Had been discussion of them resting, but they won’t.

— Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) December 12, 2021

Golden State Warriors vs. Indiana Pacers preview

Moreover, in the Warriors’ 102-93 road loss versus the 76ers on Saturday, guard Jordan Poole led his team in scoring, finishing with 23 points in 37 minutes played. Forward Andrew Wiggins ended his performance with 20 points, 4.0 rebounds and 4.0 assists in 37 minutes spent on the court. This was a not-so-great effort by the Warriors shooting-wise. The Sixers outscored them 32 to 20 in the fourth quarter.

In addition to Golden State having a total of 13 turnovers, they shot 34-for-85 (40%) from the field and 12-for-48 (25%) from behind the arc. Aside from a lackluster defensive showing, their missed three-point shots contributed the most to their third defeat on the road. Now, Golden State is 7-3 away, 14-2 at home and 6-4 ATS on the road this season.

Pertaining to ESPN’s Basketball Power Index, the Warriors have a 59.9% probability of winning.

Meanwhile, on Saturday, in the Pacers’ 106-93 home win over the Mavericks, guard Caris LeVert scored a team-high 26 points in 37 minutes of action. Forward Domantas Sabonis also added one more double-double to his career total, amassing 24 points, 10 rebounds and 7.0 assists in 35 minutes played. In the second quarter, the Pacers outscored the Mavs 34 to 28.

Plus, Indiana held Dallas to 13 points in the fourth quarter. Combined with out-rebounding the Mavs 43 to 38, the Pacers shot 41-to-87 (47.1%) from the floor and 13-for-36 (36.1%) from three-point range. After this home victory, the team is now on a three-game winning streak, and they are 9-6 at home, 3-10 away and 8-6-1 ATS at home this season.

Projected starting lineup

Warriors: PG Stephen Curry | SG Jordan Poole | SF Andrew Wiggins | PF Draymond Green | C Kevon Looney

Pacers: PG Malcolm Brogdon | SG Caris LeVert | SF Chris Duarte | PF Domantas Sabonis | C Myles Turner

Golden State Warriors vs. Indiana Pacers prediction

Additionally, the total for tonight’s interconference matchup is set at 213. Referring to the spread consensus, 94% of gamblers are convinced the Warriors will cover the spread at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. According to the point total consensus, 89% of bettors believe the total will go over 213. Thus far, Golden State is 19-4 as a favorite, 2-1 as an underdog and 6-4 ATS away, while Indiana is 8-9 as a favorite, 4-7 as an underdog and 8-6-1 ATS at home.

For useful betting trends, the Warriors are 12-5 ATS in their last 17 performances this season. Next, the team is 16-4 straight up in their past 20 matches versus the Pacers, and Golden State is 4-1 ATS in the team’s previous five contests at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Not to mention, the Warriors are 6-1 ATS in their last seven matches against Eastern Conference opponents. Finally, the team is 9-0 SU in their past nine games versus Central Division opponents.

On the other side, the Pacers are 1-4 ATS in their previous five performances at home against the Warriors. Also, the total has gone over in four of their last five games. And, the total has gone over in seven of the team’s past eight contests played at home. Next, the Pacers are 8-2 ATS in their previous 10 matches versus Western Conference opponents. All things considered, the Warriors are the superior choice to win and cover the spread. If you want to improve your handicap betting, skim through our guide here at Basketball Insiders.