Last 10 games
| Defender | Games | Min | eFG% | vs Season | Sample |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P.J. Washington | 3 | 16 | 72% | +10.1% | medium |
| Cameron Johnson | 4 | 16 | 59% | +9.0% | medium |
| Saddiq Bey | 3 | 14 | 50% | -1.8% | medium |
| Jaden McDaniels | 3 | 14 | 35% |
Deni Avdija faces a Pacers defense that ranks 30th in defensive rating (120.14), a favorable matchup for his scoring. However, his recent form shows a significant dip, averaging just 16.3 PPG over his last 10 games on reduced minutes (27.6 MPG). His historical performance against Indiana is also poor, averaging only 10.1 PPG in 15 career meetings. While the opponent's pace and defensive struggles are enticing, Avdija's recent trend and away splits (19.2 PPG) suggest a cautious approach.
Avdija will see primary defense from Aaron Nesmith (8.2 matchup minutes, 13.0 pts allowed) and Pascal Siakam (5.7 minutes, 15.0 pts allowed). The Pacers' overall defense is the league's worst (120.14 rating), but his personal history against them is terrible.
| Player | Prop | Line | Pick | Confidence | ML | Trend | Actual | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Deni Avdija▼ | Points | 22.5 | UNDER | 70%HIGH | 2/2 | 80% | 32 | ✗ |
Deni Avdija▼ | Assists | 6.5 | OVER | 65%MEDIUM | 1/2 | 60% | 5 | ✗ |
Deni Avdija▼ | Rebounds | 6.5 | UNDER | 60%MEDIUM | 1/2 | 80% | 11 | ✗ |
Deni Avdija▼ | 3PM | 1.5 | UNDER | 75%HIGH | 2/2 | 70% | 1 | ✓ |
Deni Avdija▼ | STL+BLK | 1.5 | OVER | 70%HIGH | — | 50% | 1 | ✗ |
Deni Avdija▼ | Turnovers | 3.5 | OVER | 75%HIGH | — | 60% | 5 | ✓ |
Deni Avdija▼ | PRA | 35.5 | UNDER | 65%MEDIUM | 2/2 | 70% | 48 | ✗ |
Deni Avdija▼ | P+A | 29.5 | OVER | 60%MEDIUM | 1/2 | 20% | 37 | ✓ |
The combination of Avdija's severe career struggles vs. Indiana (10.1 PPG), his recent scoring slump (16.3 PPG last 10), and his significant drop in production on the road (19.2 PPG) all point strongly to the under. The Pacers' poor defense is the only counter, but his historical and recent trends are overwhelming.
| medium |
| Luguentz Dort | 3 | 11 | 60% | -5.5% | medium |
| Defender | Games | Min | PTS | FG% | eFG% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jarace Walker | 2 | 6 | 5 | 33% | 42% |
| Kobe Brown | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0% | 0% |
| Jalen Slawson | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0% | 0% |
| Ben Sheppard | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0% | 0% |
| Aaron Nesmith | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0% | 0% |
Avdija averages only 19.2 PPG on the road this season and a career-low 10.1 PPG vs. Indiana. His last 10-game average is 16.3 PPG, making the 22.5 line a tough ask despite the Pacers' poor defense.
He averages 7.4 APG over his last 5 and 6.8 APG for the season. The Pacers' fast pace (100) and poor defense should create ample playmaking opportunities.
His rebounding is down to 5.5 RPG over the last 10 games, and he's averaged just 5.1 RPG in his career vs. Indiana. The line is tight against his recent production.
He's made 1.0 or fewer threes in 7 of his last 10 games, averaging just 0.8 3PM over that span. The Pacers' three-point suppression is slightly negative (-0.397), but his recent volume is too low.
He averages 1.6 stocks over his last 10 games and 2.2 over his last 5. The Pacers' high-turnover environment and his recent defensive activity support the over.
Avdija averages 4.0 TOPG over his last 5 and 3.6 over his last 10. His high usage and the Pacers' pace should lead to more ball-handling risks.
This requires a combined 35.5 from points, rebounds, and assists. His recent 10-game averages sum to 28.2, and his away PRA average is approximately 31.8, making the over a reach.
Points + Assists at 29.5 is achievable. His season P+A average is 30.9, and even his lower recent form (22.7 P+A last 10) leaves room to clear this line with a decent assist night.