Indiana Pacers vs Miami Heat 2/8/2023 Expert Picks, Previews and Predictions
The Indiana Pacers and Miami Heat will clash at Miami-Dade Arena on Wednesday, February 08, 2023, with tip-off set for 7:30 PM EST. The Pacers enter the game with a 25-30 record on the season, scoring 114.7 points per game on 45.8% shooting from the field, which ranks them 13th in the league. The Pacers boast an impressive 79.8% success rate from the charity stripe and hit 36.1% of their attempts from beyond the arc (759 of 2,101). Indiana ranks fifth in basketball for passing, with an average of 42.2 rebounds per game and 1,453 assists thus far in the season. However, they surrender possession 15.4 times per game and average 21.5 team fouls.
In their previous outing, the Pacers faced the Cavaliers and suffered a 122-103 defeat. Indiana shot 43.5% from the field (40 of 92) and made 8 of their 32 three-point attempts in the game. Myles Turner of Indiana led the way with a game-high 27 points on 9 of 18 shooting, adding 10 rebounds. The Pacers defense struggled, allowing the Cavaliers to shoot 52% from the field, while Tyrese Haliburton contributed 15 points and 11 assists.
- The Indiana Pacers are 8-4 ATS in their last 12 games on the road against Miami.
- Indiana is 1-6 SU in their last 7 games against an opponent in the Eastern Conference.
- The Pacers are 9-3 SU in their last 12 games with an opponent in the Southeast Division.
Indiana Pacers vs Miami Heat 2/8/2023 Expert Picks, Previews and Predictions
The Miami Heat is set to host the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday, February 08, 2023, at 7:30 PM EST with a win-loss record of 29-25 for the season. The Heat’s play on the foul line has been impressive, making 82.2% of their free throw attempts and averaging 18.7 personal fouls per game. Miami ranks 23rd in the league in terms of receiving assists, with 23.6 per game, while giving away possession 13.3 times per game. The Heat have been productive in scoring, posting an average of 108.5 points per game this season, and in rebounding, hauling down 41.3 boards per contest. Miami’s offense boasts a 45.3% field goal percentage, putting them 28th in the NBA.
In their previous outing, the Heat fell 123-115 to the Bucks. Jimmy Butler led the team with 34 points (11-21 FG) and eight rebounds, while Tyler Herro chipped in 24 points, five rebounds, and six assists. Bam Adebayo dominated in all facets, with 16 points, 11 rebounds, and 8 assists.
- Miami is 4-8 ATS in their last 12 games at home with the Indiana Pacers.
- The total stayed UNDER in 11 of Miami’s last 14 games against an opponent in the Eastern Conference.
- The Heat is 15-4 SU in their last 19 games played in February.
Indiana Pacers vs Miami Heat. The NBA pick for this game is the Miami Heat. Kyle Lowry will sit out the next three games with left knee pain and will be reassessed thereafter. In terms of defensive proficiency, the Miami Heat rank third in the NBA while the Indiana Pacers are positioned 24th. It is expected that the Miami Heat will emerge victorious by a substantial margin with a predicted final score of 117-105.
NBA Starting Time: 7:30 PM (EDT)
Location: Miami-Dade Arena
Date: Wednesday, February 08, 2023
TV: BSIN
NBA Odds: Miami Heat -7
NBA Totals: 222.5
