Magic vs. Pacers Odds & Betting Predictions - November 7, 2024

Read full writeup on X: https://x.com/PicksOffice The Pacers thrive on a fast, high-scoring style, with efficient ball-sharing that keeps defenses off-balance. Orlando’s offense, though lower-scoring, can exploit Indiana’s defensive struggles. Trends favor high totals, as these teams consistently hit overs in their matchups. Indiana’s offensive efficiency combined with defensive lapses suggests a strong potential for a high-scoring game.

Less than 90 points in back to back games

The Magic take on the Pacers as they adjust to life without Paolo Banchero for the time being. One player that sees a significant bump is Jalen Suggs. Over the last two seasons without Paolo, Suggs sees a 6 point increase in scoring per 100 possessions, per pbpstats. Suggs’ rebound floor has been so high this season, averaging 5.4 rebounds to complement 17.6 ppg and 4.4 assists. This is not a matchup I want to target for assists though given the Pacers’ defensive scheme; however, this is a good matchup for him. In Paolo’s 50 point game Suggs still scored 25 points (30 PR) against Indiana a week ago. Last season he had 21 PR in just 17.6 mins in this matchup. Suggs is able to get to his own shots while crashing the glass and I expect him to continue seeing an expanded role without Paolo in a strong matchup against a Pacers team that will be missing Aaron Nesmith.