<p>The Indiana Pacers will play against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. This NBA game is set for Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 7:30 PM. Fans can watch the game on FDSI.</p> <p>The Pacers come into the game with a 10-32 record. They are led by Head Coach Rick Carlisle. On the other side, the Pistons have a strong 29-10 record under Head Coach J.B. Bickerstaff. Both teams are part of the Eastern Conference, Central Division.</p> <h2>Pacers vs Pistons Game Day Info</h2> <ul><li>Sport: NBA</li><li>Teams: Indiana Pacers vs. Detroit Pistons</li><li>Venue: Little Caesars Arena</li><li>Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026</li><li>Betting Odds: Pistons -12.5 (-112), Pacers +12.5 (-109)</li></ul> <h2>Indiana Pacers Team Preview</h2> <p>The Indiana Pacers have shown mixed results in their recent games. They recently secured a win against the New Orleans Pelicans with a score of 127-119. Jay Huff was a standout player, scoring 29 points with a shooting percentage of 76.5% from the field.</p> <p>Pascal Siakam has been a key player for the Pacers this season. He averages 23.6 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game. Siakam is also shooting 48.3% from the field, making him a reliable option for the team.</p> <p>The Pacers have some challenges with injuries. Obi Toppin is out with a foot injury, and Tyrese Haliburton will miss the entire season due to an Achilles injury. Bennedict Mathurin is questionable due to a thumb sprain, which could impact their upcoming game against the Detroit Pistons.</p> <h2>Detroit Pistons Team Preview</h2> <p>The Detroit Pistons have had a mixed performance in their recent games. They defeated the Phoenix Suns 108-105 in a close game. Jalen Duren led the team with 16 points and 18 rebounds, showing strong presence on the court.</p> <p>In a previous game against the Los Angeles Clippers, the Pistons fell short with a 92-98 loss. Despite the loss, Tolu Smith was a standout player with 14 rebounds. The team struggled with their shooting, hitting only 39.8% of their shots.</p> <p>Another recent game saw the Pistons secure a 108-93 win over the Chicago Bulls. Isaiah Stewart had an impressive performance, scoring 31 points with an 82.4% shooting accuracy. The team showed good teamwork with Daniss Jenkins contributing 15 assists.</p> <h2>BTB Betting Pick</h2> <p>The Pistons are favored by 12.5 points against the Pacers. The Pacers struggle on offense, ranking 28th in points per game. The Pistons have a strong defense, allowing only 111.1 points per game. With these stats, picking the Pistons to cover the -12.5 spread is a solid choice.</p> <p>The over/under for the game is set at 225.5 points. The Pacers allow 118.3 points per game, while the Pistons score 117.6 per game. Considering these figures, the total score is likely to exceed 225.5, making the over a reasonable pick.</p>

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