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In this early season matchup, the Charlotte 49ers (4-11) will go up against the Indiana Pacers (6-6) in Charlotte on Wednesday, November 16 at Spectrum Center. Still in the early part of the season, both of these teams will of course be in search of a win in this game as they look to establish a rhythym for the rest of the year. The action starts at 7:00 PM ET, so make sure to place your bets and tune in!
For context on Wednesday’s early-season showdown, how have the 49ers and the Pacers performed against each other in the past?
So far this season, these franchises haven’t fought yet and the Hornets are prepping to go hard in their first confrontation with the Pacers. In their previous meeting on October 5, 2022, the score was 97-122 in favor of the Pacers. In that game, the 49ers had a 50% field goal percentage and a 20.93% three pointer percentage, whereas the Pacers had a 48.94% field goal percentage and shot 20% from the perimenter. Elsewhere on the stat sheet, Charlotte came away with 49 rebounds and 20 assists while Indiana had 53 boards and 27 assists.
Betting Preview for the Indiana Pacers vs Charlotte 49ers NBA Game on November 16 2022
Where: Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina
When: Wednesday, November 16, 2022
Betting on the Indiana Pacers
Record: 6-6 | Central Division Standing: 3
The Indiana Pacers have come out on top in six out of their last 10 games and are currently in 8th place in the conference. In their most recent game they beat the New York Knicks, 121-107, thanks to the admirable performances of star players Domantas Sabonis and Malcolm Brogdon. To that point, Sabonis generated 32 points (61.11 FG%) and 13 rebounds and Malcolm Brogdon had 21 points (50.0 FG%). Check out our analysis below to learn how this performance has shaped their odds for the upcoming game against Charlotte on Wednesday.
Absences and Injuries
The Pacers will play without Daniel Theis (Knee) and Chris Duarte (Ankle).
Betting on the Charlotte 49ers
Record: 4-11 | Southeast Division Standing: 5
The Charlotte 49ers were beaten by the Cleveland Cavaliers in their most recent game on Wednesday, 121-114, in spite of an excellent performance from Terry Rozier. Rozier came up with 42 points (65.22 FG%, 10 3-pointers), whereas Gordon Hayward, who is questionable for the next game due to an injury, added 28 points (61.11 FG%). The Hornets are in the bottom position in the division and 14th in the conference presently. Make sure you read our odds analysis for Wednesday’s matchup further down and consider how the squad’s recent performance could impact their meeting versus Indiana.
Absences and Injuries
In terms of injuries, the 49ers are lacking Cody Martin (Quad). Gordon Hayward (Shoulder) and Dennis Smith Jr. (Ankle) are questionable.
Pacers vs Hornets | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Indiana Pacers (+118) at FanDuel
Entering this game, the Charlotte 49ers are considered the favorite. The team could be having a more fruitful start to November sporting a winning percentage of 20% in the last 10 games (a record of two wins and eight losses) while the winning percentage of the Indiana Pacers on the other hand, is greater at 60% in the last 10 games (six wins and four losses).
Over/Under Pick: Under 231.5 Total Points (-110) at FanDuel
It is predicted that the total score for the game will be under 231.5.
The Charlotte 49ers have recorded 104.3 points per game over their last 10 games. Alternatively, the Indiana Pacers have logged an average of 116.7 points per game in the 10 games since October 29.
Spread Pick: Charlotte 49ers -2.5 Points (-110) at FanDuel
The Charlotte 49ers will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover.
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