Indiana vs. Milwaukee. NBA Match Prediction
In November, Milwaukee beat Indiana on its home court. On December 31, the rivals will play in Indianapolis. How will the meeting end now? Bets and forecast will give the answer to this question

Command Analysis

Indiana Pacers

Current form
The Pacers had a great last game. They left Boston no chance on the road, beating them 123-114. Tyrese Haliburton showed great performance in Indiana. In 36 minutes on the court, he scored 31 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists.
It is worth adding that Indiana has the same number of wins as Milwaukee - 16. In the Eastern Conference standings, the team occupies the eighth line. However, the Pacers have played three more matches.
Disqualifications and injuries
Out: James Wiseman, Aaron Naismith.
Interesting facts for betting
Indiana has been excellent at home against Milwaukee and has won the last five head-to-head meetings. The Pacers last lost at home to the Bucks in 2023.
Probable lineup : Turner - Newmbard, Haliburton - Siakam, Maturin.

Milwaukee Bucks

Current form
Milwaukee last win came on Christmas Eve, when they left Chicago with no chance on the road (112:91). After that, the Bucks performed much worse. They suffered two defeats in a row. First, the team from Wisconsin lost at home to Brooklyn (105:111), and then allowed the Bulls to take revenge (111:116).
At the moment, Milwaukee has 16 wins, which allows it to occupy the seventh place in the East.
Disqualifications and injuries
Out: Giannis Antetokounmpo, AJ Johnson.
Interesting facts for betting
The Bucks have a history of misfires on the road, losing six of their last 10 away games.
Probable lineup : Lopez - Lillard, Jackson - Middleton, Portis.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Indiana win
In 2 of the last 3 head-to-head meetings, the Pacers have won the opening segment
1.82Bet 1st quarter: total over 55.5 points
In 2 of the last 3 head-to-head meetings, more than 55 points were scored in the first quarter
1.79Tip and bets
Antetokounmpo absence will significantly weaken Milwaukee. Without him, the Bucks won't be able to show their best game. Even on the road, they don't have many chances to win. After all, Indiana is currently in great shape and often beats favorites. This meeting should be no exception.
Our prediction is Indiana to win with overtime at 1.94
Bet on total
Antetokounmpo absence will reduce Milwaukee offensive potential. In this case, one should not expect the meeting with Indiana to be productive.
Forecast - total under 234.5 points for 1.60
Bet on statistics
Haliburton is not a consistent player. He often plays below his capabilities. It is quite possible that he will not score more than 26 points.
Prediction - Tyrese Haliburton: Total under 26.5 points at 1.78