Indiana Pacers vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/23
The Indiana Pacers are set to take on the Orlando Magic at the Kia Center. This game is part of the NBA regular season. The Pacers have a 15-56 record and have struggled, losing their last ten games. Rick Carlisle leads the team as the head coach. The Pacers rank 15th in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Central Division.
The Orlando Magic hold a 38-32 record and are in the 8th spot in the Eastern Conference. They have lost their last four games, but they have a better home record with 22 wins. Jamahl Mosley is the head coach of the Magic. The game is scheduled for Monday, March 23, 2026, at 7:00 PM and will be broadcast on FDSI.
Pacers vs Magic Game Day Info
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Indiana Pacers vs. Orlando Magic
- Venue: Kia Center
- Date: Monday, March 23, 2026
- Pacers Spread: +13.0 (-110)
- Magic Spread: -13.0 (-111)
- Pacers MoneyLine: +550
- Magic MoneyLine: -820
Indiana Pacers Team Preview
The Indiana Pacers have faced a rough patch recently. They lost their last three games against the Spurs, Trail Blazers, and Knicks. In these games, the Pacers scored 119, 119, and 110 points, respectively. Their shooting percentages were over 50% in two of these games, but that was not enough to secure wins.
Pascal Siakam has been a key player for the Pacers, averaging 23.8 points per game. However, he is currently questionable due to a knee injury. Andrew Nembhard has also contributed significantly, with 17.2 points and 7.2 assists per game, but he too is dealing with an injury.
In the upcoming game against the Orlando Magic, the Pacers may have to rely on their depth. Players like Jarace Walker and Jay Huff might see more action if injuries persist. The Pacers will need to tighten up their defense as they have allowed 120.4 points per game this season.
Orlando Magic Team Preview
The Orlando Magic are coming off three straight losses. They played their last game at home against the Los Angeles Lakers, losing by one point, 105-104. In that game, Paolo Banchero scored 16 points, while Wendell Carter Jr. added 13 points and nine rebounds.
On offense, the Magic score an average of 115.3 points per game, ranking 17th in the league. They excel at getting to the free-throw line, where they lead the league in both free throws made and attempted per game. Despite this, their field goal percentage sits at 46.2%, placing them 21st overall.
Defensively, the Magic allow 114.3 points per game, which ranks them 11th in the league. They are strong at defending the three-point line, allowing only 11.8 three-pointers made per game, the best in the league. However, they face challenges with injuries, as key players like Jonathan Isaac, Franz Wagner, and Anthony Black are currently out.
BTB Betting Pick
The spread for the game is set with the Magic at -13.0 and the Pacers at +13.0. The Magic’s defense allows 114.3 points per game, which is better than the Pacers’ defense. Given the Pacers’ struggles on both ends, taking the Magic -13.0 is a reasonable choice.
The total for the game is 233.5. The Pacers allow 120.4 points per game, while the Magic score 115.3 points per game. Considering these stats, the game might go over the total of 233.5.