The Indiana Pacers (0-3) and Dallas Mavericks (1-2) will face off in the NBA tonight. Tipoff is set for 8:30 p.m. ET from the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. The game will broadcast live on FDSIN.
The Mavericks are 6-point favorites over the Pacers on the spread (Mavericks -6), with the over/under set at 228.5 total points. The Mavericks are -250 favorites to win outright on the moneyline, while the Pacers are +200 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Pacers vs. Mavericks predictions and NBA picks for Wednesday, October 29.
My Pacers vs Mavericks Prediction
- Pacers vs Mavericks pick: Over 228.5 (-110)
My Pacers vs Mavericks best bet is on the over, with the best price currently available at bet365. But as always, make sure to find the best odds by checking our live NBA odds page.
Pacers vs Mavericks Odds
| Pacers Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+6 -110 | 228.5 -110o / -110u | +200 |
| Mavericks Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-6 -110 | 228.5 -110o / -110u | -250 |
Pacers vs Mavericks NBA Preview
When the schedule first came out, this matchup looked like one to circle, but both teams have struggled out of the gate, and the injury reports have completely stolen the spotlight.
On one side, the Pacers are absolutely depleted. Eight of the 18 players on their opening-night roster have already missed time due to injury, and seven are out for tonight's game in Dallas.
Sitting at 0-3, last year’s Easter n Conference champions will have to rely heavily on Pascal Siakam, who’ll be without most of his usual supporting cast: Tyrese Haliburton (Achilles), TJ McConnell (hamstring), Obi Toppin (hamstring), Bennedict Mathurin (toe), and Andrew Nembhard (shoulder) — all key pieces in Indiana’s rotation.
On the other side of the court, the Mavericks have also been hit hard by injuries. Kyrie Irving remains out and is joined by Dante Exum (knee) and Daniel Gafford (ankle).
Meanwhile, Jason Kidd is monitoring the status of Brandon Williams, Dereck Lively II, and Anthony Davis, who is listed as probable to play tonight.
The Mavericks are favored tonight thanks to having a healthier roster, but with so many key absences on the Pacers, there’s very little value in backing Dallas to win.
Pacers vs Mavericks Prediction, Betting Analysis
This system focuses on early-season NBA games where two playoff-caliber teams face off and the visiting team is coming off a short streak of low-scoring performances (103 vs. Grizzlies; 110 vs. Timberwolves).
In October and November, offensive rhythm begins to peak for talented rosters while defensive communication often lags, especially during road stretches.
When both teams made the postseason the prior year, matchups tend to feature faster tempo, higher execution, and strong offensive depth.
The visiting team’s recent run of unders sets up a market inefficiency as totals are adjusted too low, yet elite talent and familiarity between quality teams drive scoring efficiency above expectations.
These conditions make early-season road matchups between proven playoff teams a favorable setup for overs before lines fully adjust to midseason offensive form
Pick: Over 228.5 (-110)
Mavericks vs Pacers Betting Trends
