Pacers vs Hornets Prediction and NBA Tips - 27 February 2026
Last updated: Feb 27, 2026, 12:10AM | Published: Feb 26, 2026, 2:08PM
The Indiana Pacers will sqaure off with the favoured Charlotte Hornets in NBA action at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Friday, starting at 11:00am AEDT.
With star players Andrew Nembhard, Jarace Walker and Quenton Jackson, the Pacers are looking to overcome a Hornets team that includes Brandon Miller, LaMelo Ball and Kon Knueppel.
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Pacers vs Hornets game, along with the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Friday's Indiana vs Charlotte NBA game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Hornets an 81% chance of defeating the Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Pacers vs Hornets: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse are shown here:
- Head to Head: Pacers $5.75, Hornets $1.15
- Line: Pacers +12.5 ($1.91), Hornets -12.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 229.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Pacers at $5.75 and the Hornets at $1.15.
The Pacers are listed as 12.5-point underdogs against the Hornets, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Hornets (-12.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 229.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Pacers (+12.5) are predicted to cover the line 57% of the time, while the 229.5-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Pacers vs Hornets: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Indiana at $5.75 with Bet365
- Line: Pacers +12.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 229.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
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These Pacers vs Hornets predictions are based on detailed modelling and wagering expertise to bring you the best possible advice around the clock.
While the Hornets have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pacers to win is our recommended option due to the 1.2% edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges published here at Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.
Pacers vs Hornets: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pacers vs Hornets at Gainbridge Fieldhouse this Friday is the Hornets winning 120-109.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Indiana vs Charlotte game on Friday, including data-driven predictions and the best betting tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Pacers vs Hornets prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates regularly, so refresh this article for the latest betting predictions before the Indiana vs Charlotte game.
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Pacers vs Hornets: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Pacers and Hornets at Gainbridge Fieldhouse is scheduled to start at 11:00am AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Indiana Pacers vs Charlotte Hornets
- Date: Friday 27 February 2026
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Indiana vs Charlotte predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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