The Portland Trail Blazers (19-18) battle the Indiana Pacers (21-18) Friday. Tip from Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis is set for 7 p.m. ET.'Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Trail Blazers vs. Pacers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
The Trail Blazers lost 113-106 to the Minnesota Timberwolves Wednesday, failing to cover as 1.5-point road favorites. The Blazers have been solid for bettors, posting a 22-15 against-the-spread (ATS) record this season but have covered just 2 of their last 7 games. Portland is also 2-5 straight up over that span. The Blazers’ strength is offense, ranking 3rd in 3-point field goal percentage (38.2%).
The Pacers lost 129-126 in overtime to the Philadelphia 76ers Wednesday, but covered as 5-point underdogs. Indiana is 24-15 ATS on the season and has covered 5 games in a row and 7 of its last 8. The Pacers are 4-1 straight up over their last 5. They’re also a strong shooting team, ranking 7th in 3-point field goal percentage (37.2%).
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