This interconference matchup pits two struggling teams against each other, with the Indiana Pacers hosting the Utah Jazz. Both squads are at the bottom of their respective conferences, but the Pacers enter with slight momentum from recent home wins, while the Jazz aim to end a six-game skid.
Venue Location
Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, Indiana.
This arena, seating about 17,923, is known for its passionate fans and has been the Pacers’ home since 1999.
Tipoff is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET (4:00 PM PT / 12:00 AM GMT on February 4).
The game will be broadcast on FDSIN (FanDuel Sports Network Indiana), KJZZ, and Jazz+, with streaming available on NBA League Pass.
Injury Report
Utah Jazz: Jusuf Nurkic (C) – Out (Rest); Keyonte George (G) – Out (Ankle); Georges Niang (F) – Out (Foot); Walker Kessler (C) – Out (Shoulder – out for season); Elijah Harkless (G) – Out (Hamstring).
The Jazz are severely depleted in the frontcourt, forcing reliance on John Collins and Lauri Markkanen for rebounding.
Indiana Pacers: Obi Toppin (F) – Out (Foot); Tyrese Haliburton (G) – Out (Achilles – out for season).
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Haliburton’s absence is a massive blow to playmaking, but Pascal Siakam has stepped up as the primary scorer.
Key Player Matchups
This game features battles between veteran forwards and makeshift backcourts due to injuries. Expect a focus on interior play with both teams missing key bigs.
| Matchup | Jazz Player | Pacers Player | Notes |
| Point Guard | Collin Sexton (20.5 PPG, 4.8 APG) | T.J. McConnell (10.2 PPG, 7.5 APG) | Sexton’s scoring vs. McConnell’s facilitation; both will handle heavy minutes without starters. |
| Shooting Guard | Jordan Clarkson (17.3 PPG) | Bennedict Mathurin (18.4 PPG) | Volume shooters; Mathurin’s athleticism could exploit Jazz’s perimeter defense. |
| Small Forward | Lauri Markkanen (23.8 PPG, 8.5 RPG) | Aaron Nesmith (12.1 PPG) | Markkanen’s size and range vs. Nesmith’s defense; key for spacing. |
| Power Forward | John Collins (15.2 PPG, 8.1 RPG) | Pascal Siakam (23.8 PPG, 7.2 RPG) | Premier matchup: Siakam’s versatility vs. Collins’ rebounding. |
| Center | Drew Eubanks (filling in, 8.4 PPG) | Myles Turner (16.5 PPG, 7.0 RPG) | Turner blocks shots (2.1 BPG); Eubanks steps up with Kessler and Nurkic out. Bench: Jazz’s Taylor Hendricks (energy) vs. Pacers’ Isaiah Jackson (defense). |
Recent Team Forms
Utah Jazz: 1-9 in their last 10 games, on a six-game losing streak, averaging 113.0 PPG while allowing 127.1 PPG.
Recent results include losses to Toronto (100-107), Brooklyn (99-109), Golden State (124-140), and Clippers (103-115). Defensive woes persist, allowing 115+ in four of last five; offense relies on Markkanen (35 PTS in last loss).
Indiana Pacers: 4-6 in their last 10 games, averaging 116.8 PPG while allowing 120.5 PPG.
Coming off a loss to Houston (114-118) but with wins over Atlanta (129-124) and Chicago (113-110). Siakam averages 27 PPG recently; home form stronger (10-17 SU).
Series History
The all-time series is tight, with the Pacers leading 51-50 in 101 regular-season games.
Utah won the most recent matchup on November 11, 2025 (152-128), but Indiana has won the last two home games against the Jazz.
In the last 10 meetings, it’s split 5-5; Pacers are 10-10 in their last 20 vs. Jazz.
No playoff history between these franchises.
Betting Trends
Jazz: 26-24 ATS overall; 12-11 ATS on road; 5-13 ATS as road underdogs. Over in 6 of last 10. Pacers: 26-24 ATS overall; 14-13 ATS at home; 3-7 ATS as home favorites. Under in 7 of last 10.
Game Odds
Utah Jazz – 2.5
Indiana Pacers 232.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, February 2, 2026
