Thanks to a pair of dominant performances in the last two games, dedicated Golden State Warriors backers have put a four-game ATS losing skid behind them and will hope for the momentum to continue when the Dubs host the Indiana Pacers as 13.5-point favorites Friday night.
- The favorite is 7-3 ATS in the last 10 games in this matchup.
- The Pacers are 9-1 ATS in their last 10 games with two days off between games.
- OVER has gone 6-2 in the Warriors’ previous eight games.
There is the possibility of the Warriors falling victim to looking ahead here, however. All-star Paul George and the Pacers should never be taken lightly, the Warriors get the matchup that NBA fans and bettors have been waiting for when they host the San Antonio Spurs Monday.
While many will be looking ahead to that dream matchup next week, looking back to this week’s results shows the Warriors have bounced back from a tough loss in fine fashion. The Warriors lost 113-95 to the Detroit Pistons last Saturday but followed that up with a 132-98 thumping of the Cleveland Cavaliers and a 125-94 beatdown of the Chicago Bulls – both of which came on the road. The Pacers, who at one point earlier this season had an 11-1 ATS run, head into the contest ice-cold at the betting window.
The Pacers have failed to cover the spread in four-straight games overall and five of their last six. The team is coming off a 97-94 SU win at the Phoenix Suns in their last game, but failed to cover as 5.5-point faves.
Golden State needs to be careful if it does have that Spurs game in the back of its mind. Paul George and Co. have no issues racking up the points – their eighth-best 102.5 points per game is all the proof you need – and they’ll be eager to make a statement with a big showing in Oakland Friday.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
Golden State Warriors opened as -12-point favorites at online sportsbook Sportsbook, while the NBA total line was sitting around 215.5 at Sportsbook for those who prefer OVER/UNDER betting on the total amount of points scored.
Odds Shark computer score prediction models pick a possible 112-104 win for the Warriors on Friday. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NBA matchups here.
Indiana Pacers vs Golden State Warriors Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Golden State Warriors bring a 39-4 record (24-17-2 ATS) to the battle against the 22-19 Indiana Pacers, who are 22-19 ATS. Fans OVER/UNDER betting have seen Golden State Warriors go 26-17 so far and the Indiana Pacers go 19-22. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Golden State vs Indiana injuries news.
The Warriors - Pacers betting odds would favor the Warriors if the lines were set according to power rankings. Golden State is rated No. 3 in our latest Odds Shark poll, while the Indiana Pacers sit at No. 9.
Statistical Matchup
In rebounding, the battle of the boards features Golden State's No. 4-rated NBA squad against Indiana's No. 15-rated roster. When it comes to long-range shooting, Golden State rates No. 1 in the league with 12.79 per game, while their foes tonight rank No. 14 with 8.55 per outing.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Monta Ellis scored 20 points leading the Pacers to a 97-94 victory over Phoenix at Talking Stick Resort Arena on Tuesday.
The battle between the Warriors and Bulls didn't turn out to be much of a battle at all as Chicago was handed a 125-94 defeat on Wednesday at United Center.
- Indiana is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games
- Indiana is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games
- The total has gone OVER in 4 of Indiana's last 6 games
- Indiana is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
- Golden State is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games
- Golden State is 21-4 SU in its last 25 games
- The total has gone OVER in 6 of Golden State's last 8 games
- Golden State is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games at home
Next Betting Matchups
Indiana at Sacramento, Saturday, January 23rd
Golden State home to San Antonio, Monday, January 25th
