{"id":648072,"date":"2026-01-16T13:50:31","date_gmt":"2026-01-16T12:50:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/?p=648072"},"modified":"2026-01-16T15:56:53","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T14:56:53","slug":"indiana-pacers-vs-new-orleans-pelicans-predictions-odds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/indiana-pacers-vs-new-orleans-pelicans-predictions-odds\/","title":{"rendered":"Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans Predictions, Picks and Odds for Friday, January 16\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Indiana Pacers will welcome the New Orleans Pelicans for a cross-conference matchup on Friday. The Pacers, seeded at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, will enter the fixture on the back of a significant loss to the Toronto Raptors. On the other hand, the Pelicans are coming off a three-point loss to the Brooklyn Nets. Both teams are struggling, and would want to record some victories to at least get up in the standings.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Bookmakers have the Pacers favorites at 3.5 points with a moneyline around -158 and total around 238.5 points. These NBA odds tonight suggest that the Pacers are favorites to take down the Pelicans at home. We have got our Best Bet, a same-game parlay, and a few player props for tonight&rsquo;s game.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Here&rsquo;s how we are betting for Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans tonight.&nbsp;<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Bet for Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans&nbsp;<\/h2><p><strong>Best Bet: Indiana Pacers -3.5 (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-108<\/a>)<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Book: Best price at FanDuel&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p><p>Both Indiana Pacers and the New Orleans Pelicans are seeded towards the bottom of the deck in scoring. On the other hand, the Pacers allow 118.4 points to their rivals while the Pelicans allow 122.2 points to their opponents. The Indiana Pacers have the worst offensive rating in the league, while the Pelicans have an offensive rating of 112.0. When talking about the defensive rating, the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nba.com\/stats\/teams\/advanced?dir=A&amp;sort=DEF_RATING\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'> Indiana Pacers have a defensive rating of 116.0<\/a>, while the Pelicans have been struggling with a poor defense.&nbsp;<\/p><p>The spread at -3.5 fit the Pacers correctly, considering their home-court advantage and defensive edge. They cover well in these spots against such teams.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Considering the defensive edge, home-court advantage and their recent form, we are picking Indiana Pacers -3 as our NBA Best Bet of the day and expect the hosts to cover it tonight.&nbsp;<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Same-Game Parlay for Pacers vs Pelicans&nbsp;<\/h2><p><strong>3-Leg SGP (Safer)<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Leg 1: Indiana Pacers -4.5 (alternate spread)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leg 2: Pascal Siakam Over 24.5 points&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leg 3: Andrew Nembhard Over 17.5&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul><p><strong>Combined odds: <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+548<\/a><\/strong><\/p><p>We have built this same-game parlay around the Indiana Pacers to win with a decent margin. Pascal Siakam is the leading the Pacers with around 24 points, and he will once again take scoring responsibility for his side. Andrew Nembhard is also a reliable scorer, dropping almost 18 points for the Pacers.&nbsp;<\/p><p>These legs correlate, considering that if the Pacers are dominating the court, their players will get volume, and score well for this side. Hence, this is our safer SGP option.&nbsp;<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans Odds and Top Player Props&nbsp;<\/h2><p>Given below are the latest Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans odds from FanDuel. Shop around for the best NBA odds before locking in your bets.&nbsp;<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Team&nbsp;<\/td><td>Spread&nbsp;<\/td><td>Moneyline&nbsp;<\/td><td>Total&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>New Orleans Pelicans&nbsp;<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+3.5 (-112)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+134&nbsp;<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>O 238.5 (-112)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Indiana Pacers&nbsp;<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-3.5 (-108)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-158<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>U 238.5 (-108)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p><em>Odds updated: Friday, January 16, 7 am ET. 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First online real-money wager only; cashed-out or bonus-funded bets are excluded.            <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n            \n\n\n\n<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top Player Props for Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans&nbsp;<\/h2><p>Given how prop-heavy NBA betting is, we are also eyeing these player props for Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans on Friday.&nbsp;<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Zion Williamson Over 24.5 points (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-102<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trey Murphy III Over 21.5 points (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-102<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pascal Siakam Over 7.5 rebounds (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+102<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Zion Williamson is leading the Pelicans with an average of 22.4 points per game, and he is expected to lead the team once again as they visit Indiana. Trey Murphy is also a key scorer for the team, who will score whenever needed. Pascal Siakam dominates the board, and will take advantage of his familiarity with the court.&nbsp;<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Trends to Know for Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans&nbsp;<\/h2><p>Given below are a few betting trends to keep in mind for Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans:&nbsp;<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The New Orleans Pelicans are 8-10-0 ATS on road this NBA season.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Indiana Pacers are 6-4-0 ATS in the last ten games.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over has hit the Pacers in 14 of their 41 games this season.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Latest Injuries and NBA Injury Report for Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans&nbsp;<\/h2><p>Before betting this game, it&rsquo;s important to check the NBA injury report, as late scratches and minutes limits can swing spreads and totals in a hurry.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Team&nbsp;<\/td><td>Player&nbsp;<\/td><td>Injury&nbsp;<\/td><td>Status&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Indiana Pacers&nbsp;<\/td><td>Bennedict Mathurin&nbsp;<\/td><td>Thumb&nbsp;<\/td><td>Out&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Indiana Pacers&nbsp;<\/td><td>Isaiah Jackson<\/td><td>Rest&nbsp;<\/td><td>Out&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Indiana Pacers&nbsp;<\/td><td>Obi Toppin&nbsp;<\/td><td>Foot&nbsp;<\/td><td>Out&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Indiana Pacers&nbsp;<\/td><td>Tyrese Haliburton&nbsp;<\/td><td>Achilles&nbsp;<\/td><td>Out&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>New Orleans Pelicans&nbsp;<\/td><td>Herbert Jones&nbsp;<\/td><td>Ankle&nbsp;<\/td><td>Out&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>New Orleans Pelicans&nbsp;<\/td><td>Jose Alvarado&nbsp;<\/td><td>Oblique&nbsp;<\/td><td>Out&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>New Orleans Pelicans&nbsp;<\/td><td>Dejounte Murray&nbsp;<\/td><td>Achilles&nbsp;<\/td><td>Out&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p>In the NBA, late injury news and minutes restrictions have a huge impact on spreads and totals, so re-check the injury report and final inactives about an hour before tip-off.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When is Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans tonight?&nbsp;<\/h2><p>The Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans will tip off at 7 pm ET on Friday.&nbsp;<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where is Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans being played?&nbsp;<\/h2><p>The Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana.&nbsp;<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where can I watch Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans on TV and live stream?&nbsp;<\/h2><p>You can watch Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans on FDSIN, Gulf Coast Sports, Pelicans+, and WTHR-13 on TV. The live stream will be available on NBA League Pass and Fubo.&nbsp;<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Detail&nbsp;<\/td><td>Information<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Date<\/td><td>Friday, January 16, 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Time&nbsp;<\/td><td>7 pm ET<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Venue<\/td><td>Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>TV\/ Livestream<\/td><td>FDSIN, Gulf Coast Sports, Pelicans+, and WTHR-13, NBA League Pass, Fubo.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More NBA Betting Related Articles&nbsp;<\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/prediction\/nba-predictions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Today&rsquo;s NBA picks and predictions<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/best-nba-betting-sites\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Best NBA betting sites<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"mm-layout mm-layout-type-global mm-layout-slot4\">\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Indiana Pacers will welcome the New Orleans Pelicans for a cross-conference matchup on Friday. 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