Venue Location
The game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. This is the home arena for the Indiana Pacers, with a seating capacity of approximately 17,923. The court is known for its fast-paced environment and strong fan support, which could play a factor in this matchup.
Tipoff is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET (4:00 PM PT / 12:00 AM UTC on February 25). The game will be broadcast on regional networks like NBCS-PH and FDSIN, with streaming options available on NBA League Pass.
Injury Report
- Philadelphia 76ers: Joel Embiid (C) is out due to right knee injury management and right shin soreness, expected to miss this game as part of his ongoing recovery. Paul George (SF) remains out serving a league suspension. Johni Broome (PF) is sidelined with a right knee meniscus tear, projected to be out until at least April 1. Kelly Oubre Jr. (SF) is available after recent injury recovery.
- Indiana Pacers: Tyrese Haliburton (PG) is out for the season with a right Achilles tendon tear. Johnny Furphy (SG) is out for the season with a right ACL tear. Aaron Nesmith (SF) is out with a right ankle sprain, expected to miss at least a week. Obi Toppin (PF) is out with a right foot stress fracture. T.J. McConnell (PG) is out with right hamstring soreness. Ivica Zubac (C) is out with a left ankle sprain. Andrew Nembhard (PG) and Pascal Siakam (PF) are questionable due to lower back injury management and left hamstring injury management, respectively. Kam Jones (SG) is available after back soreness.
Key
Player Matchups
Given the injuries, this game features depleted rosters, but several key battles could decide the outcome. The 76ers’ offense will rely on guards and wings to exploit the Pacers’ weakened backcourt.
- Tyrese Maxey (PHI Guard) vs. Andrew Nembhard (IND Guard, if available): Maxey, coming off a 39-point performance against Minnesota, averages 26.5 PPG this season. His speed and scoring (recent highs of 39 and 27 points) will test Nembhard’s defense, who has been managing a back issue but averaged 12.8 PPG in limited recent action. If Nembhard sits, Quenton Jackson could step in, but Maxey’s quickness gives Philly the edge.
- V.J. Edgecombe (PHI Guard) vs. Kam Jones (IND Guard): Edgecombe hit a career-high six 3-pointers for 24 points in the win over Minnesota. His shooting (56.8% from three in that game) challenges Jones, who is available after back soreness but has been inconsistent (questionable in prior reports). Edgecombe’s rebounding (7 in last game) adds versatility.
- Andre Drummond (PHI Center) vs. Micah Potter (IND Center, if Siakam sits): With Embiid out, Drummond steps up (recent double-doubles). He faces a thin Pacers frontcourt without Toppin and Zubac; Potter (available after ankle issue) or Jarace Walker could defend, but Drummond’s rebounding (14+ in recent games) could dominate the boards.
- Pascal Siakam (IND Forward, questionable) vs. Dominick Barlow (PHI Forward): If Siakam plays despite hamstring concerns, his scoring (20+ PPG potential) tests Barlow, who has been filling in. Siakam’s absence would shift pressure to Walker (19 points, 13 rebounds in recent loss).
Recent Team Forms
- Philadelphia 76ers: WL L L L (Last 5: Win 135-108 at Minnesota on 2/22; Loss 111-126 at New Orleans on 2/21; Loss 107-117 vs. Atlanta on 2/19; Loss 89-138 vs. New York on 2/11; Win 109-103 at Phoenix on 2/7). The Sixers snapped a four-game skid with a strong offensive showing against Minnesota (21 threes), but have struggled without Embiid, going 1-4 in their last five. They average 113.6 PPG over the last 10 but allow 118.2.
- Indiana Pacers: L L L W L (Last 5: Loss 130-134 vs. Dallas on 2/22; Loss 118-131 at Washington on 2/20; Loss 105-112 at Washington on 2/19; Win 115-110 at Brooklyn on 2/11; Loss 122-131 vs. Utah on 2/3). The Pacers have lost 10 straight, with defensive issues allowing 127.4 PPG over the last five. Offense averages 116.0 PPG, but injuries have crippled their depth.
Series History
The 76ers lead the all-time series 113-89 in 202 regular-season games. In playoffs, Philadelphia holds a 7-9 edge. This season, the Sixers have won both meetings: 113-104 on January 19 (Embiid 30 points) and 115-105 on December 12 (Embiid 39 points). Indiana’s last win over Philadelphia was on March 14, 2025 (112-100). The Sixers are 2-0 straight up and against the spread this season vs. the Pacers.
Betting Trends
Philadelphia is 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games but 15-7 ATS as a favorite of 11+ points. Over has hit in 4 of their last 5 vs. losing teams. Indiana is 2-3 ATS in their last 5, 11-18 ATS on the road. Under is 5-2 in their last 7 as underdogs of 0.5-4.5. Head-to-head: Sixers are 4-1 ATS in the last 5 meetings; over has gone 4-1 in those games.
Game Odds
Philadelphia Sixers – 8.5
Indiana Pacers 234.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, February 23, 2026
