NBA Matchup: Philadelphia 76ers vs Indiana Pacers
Date: 13th November 2021
Time: 08:00 PM ET
The Eastern conference matchup between the Philadelphia 76ers and Indiana Pacers would be an interesting one. Philly is one of the top teams currently on 3 game losing streak. And Pacers are capable of causing upset on their day.
Philadelphia 76ers this season
Coach Doc Rivers – when Signed for Philadelphia has pointed out the potential in the team. The team has performed well under his directions. 76ers are without superstar Ben Simmons, still managed challenged top seed. Some useful performances from the bench sailed them to victory in close games.
Seth Curry has been very prominent along with Joel Embiid. this new duo at Philadelphia caused trouble for opponents even in the absence of Tobias Harris and Simmons. Fully fit Philadelphia might be a great threat in the East.
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Indiana Pacers this season
Indiana just got started. Yes, they have a team to challenge the status quo of top teams for a game or 2. Domantas Sabonis and Myles Turner played in all matches for the Pacers and provided many contributions on both ends. Malcolm Brogdon, when available has shown his caliber to be an All-Star starter by running the offence for Indiana.
Pacers are still out of playoff contention but with performances like against Utah, they can clinch the 7-8th spot in the competitive Eastern Conference. Pacers Guards are vital to support Sabonis and Turner performances.
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Indiana is currently having a mixed season. they started off with a loss in 2 Close games. then won 1st match against mighty Miami. Then won the next game against Spurs after 4 consecutive losses. Pacers currently are 12th in the east with just 2 games behind a playoff spot.
Philadelphia is the most efficient team this season without the complete regular starters – bettering their previous seasons’ record. All thanks to Seth Curry and Joel Embiid. Pacers though need to improve on shot sections and should try to make open plays.
Warriors proved to be the most dominant team this season, winning matches with high margins. Philly ranks 5th with a difference of +4.8 and Indiana possesses just a +0.3 margin. It would be difficult to judge these teams on current performances as both teams never had core players most of the season playing together. But they are getting close to a fully healthy roster, maybe from this matchup.
76ers are better in every aspect of the game, scoring, defending, and 2nd chance opportunity. Team composition could be a decisive factor in Philadelphia’s victory.
Injury update
Philadelphia 76ers:
Joel Embiid (Covid 19): Expected to be back by Nov. 18th
Isiah Joe (Covid 19): Expected to be back by Nov. 16th
Matisse Thybulle (Covid 19): Expected to be back by Nov. 16th
Grant Riller (Covid 19): Expected to be back by Dec. 1st
Indiana Pacers:
Caris LeVert (Back): Game-time decision
T.J. Warren (Foot): Expected to be back by Dec 29th
Isiah Jackson (Knee): Game-time decision
How to watch the Philadelphia 76ers vs Indiana Pacers?
The match between the Philadelphia 76ers and Indiana Pacers will be hosted by Bainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis. The stadium is ready to accept a fully-capacity crowd. International viewers can stream this match on NBA League Pass.
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