Phoenix Suns vs Indiana Pacers Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/12

The Phoenix Suns visit the Indiana Pacers for an NBA regular season game. The Suns have a record of 38-27 and are on a three-game winning streak. They are ranked 7th in the Western Conference and 2nd in the Pacific Division. Their head coach, Jordan Ott, will aim to continue their strong performance.

The Indiana Pacers, with a record of 15-50, have struggled this season. They are currently ranked 15th in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Central Division. Head coach Rick Carlisle will look to improve their play at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The game will be broadcast on FDSI at 7:00 PM on March 12, 2026.

Suns vs Pacers Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Phoenix Suns vs. Indiana Pacers
  • Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
  • Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Suns Spread: -9.0 (-111), Pacers Spread: +9.0 (-109), Suns MoneyLine: -379, Pacers MoneyLine: +298, Over/Under: 225.5 (-110)

Phoenix Suns Team Preview

The Phoenix Suns have been on a winning streak lately, securing victories in their last three games. They defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 129-114 with Devin Booker scoring 27 points. Collin Gillespie also played a key role with 12 points, 9 rebounds, and 9 assists.

Devin Booker leads the team in scoring, averaging 24.9 points per game this season. Dillon Brooks is out due to a hand injury, which impacts the team’s depth. The Suns rely heavily on their three-point shooting, making 14.9 per game, ranking fourth in the league.

Defensively, the Suns allow 111 points per game, placing them sixth in the league. They excel at blocking shots, averaging 4.0 per game, which ranks second. However, they face challenges with steals, ranking 28th in the league with 9.9 per game.

Indiana Pacers Team Preview

The Indiana Pacers have faced a challenging stretch in their recent games. They lost to the Sacramento Kings by a score of 114-109. Aaron Nesmith was a standout player in that game, scoring 29 points with a field goal percentage of 45.5%. Kam Jones also contributed with 14 points and 9 assists.

In another recent game, the Pacers lost to the Portland Trail Blazers, 131-111. Pascal Siakam led the team with 22 points and 6 rebounds. Jay Huff and Andrew Nembhard also made solid contributions with 16 and 14 points, respectively.

The Pacers rank 27th in points per game this season, averaging 111.4. They are 7th in possessions per game, but their field goal percentage is 45.0%, which ranks 29th. Defensively, the Pacers allow 119.9 points per game, ranking them 26th in this category.

BTB Betting Pick

The Suns are favored by 9 points against the Pacers. Given the Pacers’ struggles on defense, allowing 119.9 points per game, the Suns have a good chance to cover the spread. With their strong three-point shooting and the Pacers’ weak defense, a projected score of Suns 118, Pacers 106 supports taking the Suns -9.0.

The total for the game is set at 225.5. The Suns allow only 111 points per game, while the Pacers score 111.4. Both teams have lower shooting percentages, suggesting a lower-scoring game. A projected total score of 224 points leans towards the Under 225.5.