Pelicans vs Pacers Prediction and NBA Tips - 22 October 2026
Last updated: Oct 21, 2026, 4:47PM | Published: Oct 21, 2026, 2:06PM
The New Orleans Pelicans will take on the Indiana Pacers in NBA action at Smoothie King Center on Thursday, commencing at 11:00am AEDT.
With star players Trey Murphy, Zion Williamson and Dejounte Murray, the Pelicans are up against a Pacers line-up that includes Pascal Siakam, Tyrese Haliburton and Andrew Nembhard.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Pelicans vs Pacers game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday's New Orleans vs Indiana NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Pacers a 63% chance of winning against the Pelicans at Smoothie King Center.
Pelicans vs Pacers: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at Smoothie King Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Pelicans $2.29, Pacers $1.65
- Line: Pelicans +3.5 ($1.90), Pacers -3.5 ($1.92)
- Total (Over/Under 239.5 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 Pelicans at $2.29 and the Pacers at $1.65.
The Pelicans are listed as 3.5-point underdogs against the Pacers, with odds of $1.90 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Pacers (-3.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.92.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 239.5 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 (-3.5) are predicted to cover the line 51% of the time, while the 239.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 53% of the time.
Pelicans vs Pacers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Indiana at $1.65 with Bet365
- Line: Pacers -3.5 at $1.92 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 239.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Stats Insider's Pelicans vs Pacers best bets are based on complex simulations and betting expertise to provide you with the best possible advice around the clock.
Pelicans vs Pacers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pelicans vs Pacers at Smoothie King Center this Thursday is the Pacers winning 120-117.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the New Orleans vs Indiana game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
Our model updates frequently, so keep checking this article for the latest betting analysis before the New Orleans vs Indiana match-up.
As always, see our Best Bets for betting tips for every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Pelicans vs Pacers: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Pelicans and Pacers at Smoothie King Center is scheduled to begin at 11:00am AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: New Orleans Pelicans vs Indiana Pacers
- Date: Thursday 22 October 2026
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Smoothie King Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our New Orleans vs Indiana predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
If you decide to use our NBA predictions for betting purposes, it's important that you gamble responsibly and manage your finances effectively. For free and confidential support, call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au.
More on NBA
Stats Insider is your home for betting on the NBA in Australia, with the latest NBA betting news, tips for every NBA game, and futures probabilities for the NBA.
