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Washington Wizards vs. Indiana Pacers Game Predictions (1-10-24)

Originally posted on Washington Wizards on SI
By Gage Sheets | Last updated Jan 10, 2024 10:38 AM ET

The Washington Wizards (6-30) are on the road to face the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. Tip-off is at 7:00 p.m. E.S.T.

This is the third and final matchup of the season between the Wizards and the Pacers, with the season series being split so far.

Indiana guard Tyrese Haliburton will not be playing tonight after suffering a hamstring strain a couple nights ago, which is better news then what was originally expected as he should only miss two weeks.

With the season series on the line, it may be the only chance Washington gets to win one this year.

Let's see how the Inside The Wizards staff views the game tonight.

Gage Sheets: Pacers 132 Wizards 121

Indiana has more than just Haliburton, in fact with him missing time it gives an opportunity for other guys like guards Ben Mathurin and Buddy Hield to step up.

Transition defense has been miserable all season for Washington and the Pacers have the fastest pace team in the NBA.

Not to mention Indiana center Myles Turner can really dominate down low and the Wizards offer little resistance in the paint.

Washington's best chance is to get a big night from guard Jordan Poole and forward Kyle Kuzma, who each had 30 points in the Wizards last victory over the Pacers.

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