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Indiana vs Chicago. NBA match prediction
On January 9, Indiana and Chicago will meet in a face-to-face meeting. The hosts are in excellent shape, having won three games in a row, but Chicago has also improved, having won two of the last meetings. Both teams are trying to strengthen their positions in the Eastern Conference, which adds intrigue to the upcoming confrontation. Who will be stronger in the battle in the East? - find out in our betting tip
Command Analysis
Indiana Pacers
USACurrent form
Rick Carlisle's team is gradually reaching a new level. Taking sixth place in the Eastern Conference, the Pacers are showing a stable game and are in great shape. In the last three matches, Indiana beat Brooklyn (113:99), Miami (128:115) and Phoenix (126:108). It is especially worth noting the game of Tyrese Haliburton and Myles Turner, who set the tone for the team's actions.
A successful series allows the team to feel confident. Indiana traditionally plays better on its home court, which gives additional chances for success. In the upcoming match, the Pacers will try to continue their winning series and strengthen their position at the top of the table.
Disqualifications and injuries
Isaiah Jackson, Aaron Nesmith and James Wiseman are out next game with injuries.
Interesting facts for betting
The Pacers have won four of their last five games.
Probable lineup: Mathurin - Siakim, Turner - Nembhard, Haliburton.
Chicago Bulls
USACurrent form
The Bulls have finally started to straighten things out. The club has secured the tenth position in the Eastern Conference and intends to hold on to that spot despite pressure from competitors. Billy Donovan's men have won two games in a row, beating New York (139:126) and San Antonio (114:110).
The team's main stars remain Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic, around whom the entire Bulls game is built. Their interaction on the court brings results, but the team lacks the depth of the roster to compete on equal terms with stronger opponents. The upcoming match against Indiana will be a serious test for Chicago, but recent results show that the team is ready to put up a fight.
Disqualifications and injuries
The team approaches the meeting with an optimal composition.
Interesting facts for betting
The club has won 3 of the last 5 head-to-head matches.
Probable lineup: Williams - Lavigne, Vucevic - Giddy, White.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Chicago win
The Bulls have won in the first quarter in three of their last five head-to-head games.
2.28Bet 1st quarter: total over 61 points
Only 3 of the last 5 head-to-head games have seen more than 61 points scored in the first quarter.
1.88Tip and bets
The two teams that are in good shape will meet on the court. Indiana looks more stable this season, but Chicago is also gaining momentum. The home arena gives the hosts an advantage, but the Bulls have shown that they can play successfully on the road, especially against the Pacers.
In our opinion, both teams will try to show their best sides. Indiana will be looking to continue its winning streak, and Chicago will be looking to secure a place in the playoff zone. We expect a tense and competitive confrontation, in which the hosts look slightly preferable.
Our prediction is Indiana's victory with a handicap of (-3.5) points for 1.74
Bet on total
The form of both teams allows us to expect an active and productive game. Indiana has achieved three victories in a row thanks to an effective attack, and Chicago has improved in the implementation of its moments. We assume that the total will be broken, given the current form of the opponents.
Betting Tip - total over 238 points for 1.65
Bet on statistics
The Bulls have shown improvement in attack in recent games. Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic continue to lead the team, which brings results. We expect the visitors to be able to beat their individual total even in the away game against Indiana.
Betting Tip - Chicago individual total over 115.5 points for 1.69
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