Published Jan 13, 8:06pm ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Jan 13, 8:06pm ET
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Updated Jan 13, 8:06pm ET
One of the games on Wednesday's NBA slate features the Indiana Pacers hosting the Toronto Raptors. Who has the edge in our Pacers vs Raptors pick?
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| Indiana Pacers | +2 (-111) |
| Toronto Raptors | -2 (-111) |
Following a 13-game losing skid, Indiana has won its last three games, including a 98-96 victory against the Boston Celtics.
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The game was close throughout, and the teams were tied at 96 in the waning moments, courtesy of Derrick White's layup with 28.6 seconds remaining.
But Pascal Siakam gave Indiana a 98-96 advantage with 6.1 seconds to play. White's 3-point attempt was off the mark, enabling the Pacers to win their third straight game for the first time this season.
Siakam guided the offense with 21 points, eight rebounds, six assists, and two steals. Jay Huff added 20 points on 8-of-12 shooting from the field.
The Raptors head into this conference tilt amid two losses in their last three games. Their latest setback includes a 115-102 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.
Toronto's defense was nearly non-existent early on. The Sixers put up 80 points in the first half on 73 percent shooting overall and 65 percent from beyond the arc.
The Raptors played better in the second half, holding their opponent to just 35 points, but the outcome was never in doubt.
Immanuel Quickley was one of five players who reached double figures for Toronto. He scored 18 points and snagged six rebounds for a Raptors squad that shot 40 percent overall and an abysmal 16 percent (6-for-37) from 3-point range.
Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
Indy has lost four of the previous five head-to-head meetings and is 1-7 against teams in the Atlantic Division. With that in mind, the Raptors have the edge.
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Toronto Raptors
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