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Milwaukee Bucks vs Indiana Pacers (12/31) game preview: Starting five, prediction, best betting props, odds and betting lines, injury report, how to watch, and more – Times of India
Tonight’s game – Milwaukee Bucks vs Indiana Pacers – will take place in Chicago where Giannis Antetokounmpo and co. will visit the Pacers. The Bucks will want to end this season with a higher standing and the Indiana Pacers who had back-to-back games against reigning champions – Boston Celtics, might prove to be a strong hurdle for them.
In this article, we will walk you through everything you need to know about the matchup, including injury reports, key players, broadcast details, and more.
Milwaukee Bucks vs Indiana Pacers: Projected starting five
Milwaukee Bucks projected starting five
| Player Name | Points |
| Damian Lillard | 25.9 |
| Andre Jackson Jr. | 3.6 |
| Khris Middleton | 13.7 |
| Giannis Antetokounmpo | 32.7 |
| Brook Lopez | 12.3 |
Indiana Pacers projected starting five
| Player Name | Points |
| Tyrese Haliburton | 17.8 |
| Andrew Nembhard | 10.9 |
| Bennedict Mathurin | 16.6 |
| Pascal Siakam | 19.8 |
| Myles Turner | 14.9 |
(Note: Projected starters are subject to change. This is not the finalized roster and this applies to both the teams playing tonight.)
Milwaukee Bucks vs Indiana Pacers: Key players to watch
Giannis Antetokounmpo (Image via Getty)
Milwaukee Bucks key players
– Giannis Antetokounmpo
– Damian Lillard
Indiana Pacers key players
– Pascal Siakam
– Tyrese Haliburton
Milwaukee Bucks vs Indiana Pacers: Injury report
Milwaukee Bucks injury report
| Player Name | Status | Injury |
| Giannis Antetokounmpo | GTD | Illness |
| AJ Green | GTD | Calf |
| Khris Middleton | GTD | Ankle |
Milwaukee Bucks injury report
| Player Name | Status | Injury |
| Isaiah Jackson | OFS | Achilles |
| Aaron Nesmith | OUT | Ankle |
| Obi Toppin | GTD | Ankle |
| James Wiseman | OFS | Achilles |
Pacers vs Bucks: Team stats
| Team Name | Milwaukee Bucks | Indiana Pacers |
| Record | 16-14 | 16-17 |
| Standings | 6th | 8th |
| Home/Away | 5-9 | 8-5 |
| Off RTG | 14th | 10th |
| Def RTG | 12th | 23rd |
| Net RTG | 15th | 19th |
Pacers vs Bucks: Previous matchups
In a recent matchup on November 22, 2024, the Bucks defeated the Pacers 129-117. Giannis Antetokounmpo was the highest scorer of the game with 37 points.
Milwaukee Bucks vs Indiana Pacers: Team leaders
| Team Name | Milwaukee Bucks | Indiana Pacers |
| Points | Giannis Antetokounmpo – 32.7 | Pascal Siakam – 19.8 |
| Rebounds | Giannis Antetokounmpo – 11.6 | Pascal Siakam – |
| Assists | Damian Lillard – 7.7 | Tyrese Haliburton – 8.7 |
Milwaukee Bucks vs Indiana Pacers: Moneyline and odds
Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma (33) dribbles the ball while Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) defends in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse (Image via Imagn)
– Moneyline: Bucks (-104) vs Pacers (-105)
– Spread: Bucks (+1) vs Pacers (-1)
– Total (O/U): -110 (o231.5) / -110 (u231.5)
(Note: Odds are correct at the time of writing and likely to change. Keep an eye out for the recent odds)
Bucks vs Pacers: Betting props
In tonight’s game, Damian Lillard is expected to score more than 36.5 points, get more rebounds, and dish out more assists. Three of his last four games have seen him surpass his current season average of 38.2 combined numbers. However, it is predicted that Bennedict Mathurin would miss 1.5 three-pointers. Only once in his last five games has he topped his season average of 1.4 three-pointers per game.
Bucks vs Pacersgame prediction
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s availability could be the deciding factor in what is expected to be a fiercely contested match. In view of both teams’ recent performance, the Pacers have a slight advantage to win at home.
When and where is the Bucks vs Pacers game? Date, time, and venue
The match between the Bucks and the Pacers will take place on December 31, 2024, at 3:00 pm ET. It will take place at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indiana.
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How to watch Sacramento vs Bucks: Streaming details and more
– Live Stream: fuboTV (Watch for free)
– NBA League Pass: NBA TV. Free trial
– TV: FanDuel Sports Network – Indiana and Wisconsin
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