NBA Preview: Denver Nuggets (37-20) vs. Indiana Pacers (32-23)

The Denver Nuggets are set to face off against the Indiana Pacers on Monday, February 24, 2025, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET.

Team Overview

Denver Nuggets: The Nuggets are currently third in the Western Conference with a 37-20 record. They are coming off a tough 123-100 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, which snapped their impressive nine-game winning streak. Denver has been dominant offensively, leading the NBA in inside scoring with an average of 59.2 points per game in the paint. Nikola Jokic has been the standout performer, averaging 29.4 points, 12.7 rebounds, and 10.2 assists per game.

Indiana Pacers: The Pacers are currently fourth in the Eastern Conference with a 32-23 record. They are riding a three-game winning streak, with their most recent victory being a 129-111 win over the Los Angeles Clippers. Indiana has been strong at home, boasting a 16-9 record. Tyrese Haliburton has been a key player for the Pacers, averaging 18.1 points and 8.6 assists per game.

Key Players

Denver Nuggets:

• Nikola Jokic: Averaging 29.4 points, 12.7 rebounds, and 10.2 assists per game. Jokic is a triple-double machine and the focal point of the Nuggets’ offense.
• Jamal Murray: Averaging 21.2 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 6.1 assists per game. Murray has been finding his scoring touch, including a 55-point game against the Trail Blazers this month.

Indiana Pacers:

• Tyrese Haliburton: Averaging 18.1 points and 8.6 assists per game. Haliburton is the playmaker for the Pacers and leads the team in assists.
• Pascal Siakam: Averaging 20.5 points and 7.3 rebounds per game. Siakam has been a consistent scorer and rebounder for the Pacers.

Recent Form

Denver Nuggets: The Nuggets have been in excellent form, going 9-1 in their last 10 games. They average 125.4 points per game while allowing 114.1 points. Denver is the best-shooting team in the NBA, with a field goal percentage of 50.8%.

Indiana Pacers: The Pacers have also been strong, going 7-3 in their last 10 games. They average 120.7 points per game while allowing 118.7 points. Indiana ranks fourth in the NBA with 28.9 assists per game.

Denver Nuggets                                – 4.5

Indiana Pacers                                  247.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, February 23, 2025