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Indiana Pacers vs. Denver Nuggets: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 6, 2025

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Apr 6, 2025 7:02 PM
The Indiana Pacers, riding a three-game win streak, head to Ball Arena on Sunday, April 6, 2025, to take on the Denver Nuggets, who lead the season series 1-0. The Pacers, currently fourth in the Eastern Conference, will look to even the series against the Nuggets, who sit fourth in the Western Conference with a solid 25-14 home record. This interconference matchup promises to be an exciting affair, with both teams vying for crucial wins as the regular season winds down.
Indiana Pacers vs Denver Nuggets

Current Odds

IND
DEN
Over
238.5
+102
Under
238.5
-107
IND
+5.5
+105
DEN
-6.5
+113
IND
ML
+215
DEN
ML
-213

Pacers vs Nuggets statistics

Stat Pacers Nuggets
Streak W3 L3
Last Ten Games 8-2 4-6
Points Per Game 117.4 120.7
Rebounds Per Game 41.4 45.6
Assists Per Game 29.4 31.0
Blocks Per Game 5.3 4.9
Steals Per Game 8.5 8.1
Field Goal % 49.2 50.6
Three Point % 37.2 37.9

Denver Nuggets recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/4/25 @ Golden State Warriors L 118-104
4/2/25 vs San Antonio Spurs L 113-106
4/1/25 vs Minnesota Timberwolves L 140-139 2OT
3/28/25 vs Utah Jazz W 129-93
3/26/25 vs Milwaukee Bucks W 127-117

Indiana Pacers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/4/25 vs Utah Jazz W 140-112
4/2/25 vs Charlotte Hornets W 119-105
3/31/25 vs Sacramento Kings W 111-109
3/29/25 @ Oklahoma City Thunder L 132-111
3/27/25 @ Washington Wizards W 162-109

Denver Nuggets injuries

  • Jamal Murray (PG): Out
  • DaRon Holmes II (C): Out

Indiana Pacers injuries

  • Pascal Siakam (PF): Out
  • Ben Sheppard (G): Day-To-Day
  • Isaiah Jackson (SF): Out

Pacers vs Nuggets game info

Type Info
Venue Ball Arena
Location Denver, CO
Tip-off Sun 8:00 PM
TV FanDuel SN IN

Pacers vs Nuggets predictions

When you're looking at the Indiana Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton is the name that stands out prominently. With his speed and agility, Haliburton is expected to bring the heat, potentially clocking in at around 18.8 points and aiming for 8.8 assists per game. That's quite a bit of action, right? You can also bet Myles Turner will be jumping into the fray, providing not just a defensive backbone but also adding a nifty offensive edge with approximately 16.3 points and 8.4 rebounds. Let's not forget about Obi Toppin. Fans are keen to see if his high-flying abilities will translate into those essential 13.8 points we all know he can muster. Can he pull it off tonight?

Meanwhile, over on the Denver Nuggets’ side, you've got Nikola Jokic, who, let's face it, rarely disappoints. Known for his versatile playing and impressive court vision, he's set to lead the stats with about 26.7 points, coupled with a sharp 14.3 rebounds, making him a true game-changer. Jamal Murray isn't too far behind, either. His ability to find those crucial moments is what makes him a key player, and we might see him dropping close to 19.6 points. Aaron Gordon adds his own flair to the mix. He's a solid contributor both in points and rebounds, and fans are hoping for another big night, with projections around 16.1 points and 6.8 rebounds.

As both teams prepare to clash at the Ball Arena, you can almost feel the electricity in the air. It's a tough call when evaluating whether the red-hot Indiana Pacers on a three-game win streak will keep up their momentum. Yet, there's something about the Denver Nuggets playing at home that gives them an edge on the court. Their consistent performance this season, coupled with the likes of Jokic and Murray leading their charge, makes me lean toward them as potential victors. They've got home-court advantage and a bit of extra momentum having previously led the series 1-0. But, hey, that's what makes this matchup exciting, right? Anything can happen in the NBA!

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