Game Details
- Tipoff is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET (6:00 PM CT / 4:00 PM PST).
- Venue: Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C.
- TV/Streaming: FDSIN, MNMT, NBA League Pass.
This Eastern Conference matchup is the fourth and final meeting of the season between two lottery-bound teams. The Wizards hold a 2-1 edge in the series, including a 112-105 home win just last night (February 19). Both squads are dealing with extensive injuries, turning this into a battle of depleted rosters and young talent. The Pacers snapped a two-game win streak with yesterday’s loss, while the Wizards ended a three-game skid. Expect a low-energy, turnover-heavy contest post-back-to-back.
Recent Team Forms
The Pacers are 4-6 in their last 10, averaging 113.4 PPG while allowing 118.7 PPG for a -5.3 differential. The Wizards are 5-5 over the same span, averaging 114.2 PPG and conceding 120.1 PPG for a -5.9 differential.
Indiana Pacers Last 5 Games:
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score | Key Notes |
| Feb 19, 2026 | @ Washington Wizards | L | 105-112 | Shot just 41% FG; 23 TOs; limited to 105 despite 15 3PM. |
| Feb 11, 2026 | @ Brooklyn Nets | W | 115-110 | Efficient 48.9% FG; 9 OREB; held BKN to 110 despite 42 3PA. |
| Feb 10, 2026 | @ New York Knicks | W | 137-134 | High-scoring; 51.5% FG, 18 3PM; overcame OT thriller. |
| Feb 8, 2026 | @ Toronto Raptors | L | 104-122 | Poor rebounding (40 total); allowed 122 on 51.7% FG. |
| Feb 6, 2026 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | L | 99-105 | Low scoring; 44.3% FG; defensive effort but 9 TOs hurt. |
The Pacers have alternated wins and losses recently, with road struggles (5-23 away) and high turnovers (average 14.8 in last five).
Washington Wizards Last 5 Games:
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score | Key Notes |
| Feb 19, 2026 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W | 112-105 | Balanced scoring; 7 in double figures; forced 23 IND TOs. |
| Feb 11, 2026 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L | 113-138 | Blown out; 40.4% FG; allowed 138 on 55% shooting. |
| Feb 8, 2026 | vs. Miami Heat | L | 101-132 | Defensive collapse; allowed 132; 19 TOs. |
| Feb 7, 2026 | @ Brooklyn Nets | L | 113-127 | Efficient 46.8% FG but poor rebounding (30 total). |
| Feb 5, 2026 | @ Detroit Pistons | W | 126-117 | Hot shooting (53.8% FG, 18 3PM); Riley 20 PTS. |
The Wizards snapped a three-game losing streak with yesterday’s win, showing improved defense (forcing turnovers) but inconsistent shooting.
Injury Report
Indiana Pacers:
- Johnny Furphy: Out (Knee) – Out for season.
- Tyrese Haliburton: Out (Achilles) – Out for season.
- Obi Toppin: Out (Foot).
- Ivica Zubac: Out (Ankle).
- Aaron Nesmith: Out (Ankle).
- T.J. McConnell: Questionable (Hamstring).
- Kam Jones: Questionable (Back).
- Pascal Siakam: Out (Personal).
Washington Wizards:
- Alex Sarr: Out (Hamstring) – Expected out until at least Feb 28.
- Trae Young: Out (Knee).
- Anthony Davis: Out (Finger/Hand).
- Cam Whitmore: Out (Shoulder) – Out for season.
- D’Angelo Russell: Out (Not with team).
Without key creators, both offenses may stall, favoring unders.
Key Player Matchups to Watch
- Bennedict Mathurin (Pacers) vs. Wizards Backcourt (e.g., Bub Carrington or Kyshawn George): Mathurin (averaging 18+ PPG recently) could exploit Washington’s perimeter defense, which ranks 29th in opponent 3P%. He’s cleared 20 PTS in three of last five.
- CJ McCollum (Wizards) vs. Pacers Guards (e.g., Jarace Walker if McConnell out): McCollum (18.8 PPG) faces a thin Pacers backcourt; expect him to push the pace against Indiana’s 28th-ranked defensive rating.
- Alex Sarr (Wizards out) vs. Pacers Bigs (e.g., Jay Huff): With Sarr sidelined, Tristan Vukcevic starts; Huff (15+ PPG potential) could dominate rebounds against Washington’s weak interior (ranked 27th in REB%).
- Rookie Battle: Kam Jones (Pacers, if plays) vs. Will Riley (Wizards): Jones’ back issue looms, but if active, his speed vs. Riley’s scoring (20 PTS vs. DET) could spark runs.
Matchups favor guards and wings due to frontcourt absences.
Series History
The Pacers lead the all-time series 112-88 in 200 regular-season games.
In the last 10 head-to-heads, Indiana is 6-4. This season, the series is 1-2 (Wizards lead):
- November 28, 2025: Pacers 119-86 (at Indiana).
- December 14, 2025: Wizards 108-89 (at Indiana).
- February 19, 2026: Wizards 112-105 (at Washington).
Recent games average 220.3 points, with unders hitting in two of three.
Betting Trends
- Trends: Indiana is 28-28 ATS overall but 11-17 ATS on road. Washington is 23-31 ATS but 9-17 ATS at home. The under has hit in 11 of Wizards’ last 15 home games and 7 of Pacers’ last 10 road games. Pacers are 3-4 ATS as 2+ point favorites; Wizards 21-29 ATS as underdogs.
Game Odds
Indiana Pacers 230.5
Washington Wizards – 1.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, February 19, 2026
