

This post provides a prediction for the NBA game: Indiana Pacers vs Memphis Grizzlies. It will take place today, 21st of December 2023. This piece was posted around 10AM CST, about 9 hours before tipoff.
What happened before: Pacers vs Memphis Grizzlies
Last night, the Pacers started very slow against Charlotte Hornets. As shown in ESPN, the two teams scored 7-7 into the 6th minute of the game. That is 14 points within 5 minutes, a slow pace of 2.8 pts per minute. Nonetheless, they ended the quarter with a massive amount of 60 points, i.e. 46 points within less than 7 minutes. That is an average of over 6.5 pts per minute!
You can read in our blog about finding a value bet. Since the total for the game is high and it has been like this repeatedly for the Indiana Pacers games, we do see some value here.
Trends change annually: Indiana Pacers
Several years ago, the Pacers went under the total in many games. However this year it’s all different. The Pacers went under the total previously only during the NBA in-season tournament. And before then it was in the match against the Portland Trailblazers on November 27, 2023. Can anyone stop these juggernauts from scoring in such a fast pace?!
Our Prediction: Pacers vs Memphis Grizzlies
We’re expecting two possible scenarios here. One unlikely scenario is another slow-down in the 1st quarter leading for the total of 247 points to drop towards the 230ish again. In such a case, this time bet the UNDER in live betting, since we’re not expecting the same scenario from yesterday to repeat itself, so if this is the game that is meant to go under after a while that’s how you can bet it.
The more likely scenario we’re expecting to have is another fast pace game, since this is just a normal season game, then the pace of the Pacers will keep on coming fast, and the two teams are expected to score OVER 247 points. This is a bet that we feel is more likely to happen. You can place this bet before the game start.
We do suggest you keep some funds for hedging purposes in case the first scenario does occur once the game begins. However, if this scenario doesn’t take place then simply keep this over bet intact and good luck with your choices.