Indiana Pacers vs Golden State Warriors preview: Start time, where to watch, injury report, betting odds February 8
The Indiana Pacers host the dynasty that is the Golden State Warriors tonight in Indianapolis for the only time of the 2023-24 season. Both teams have won two consecutive games and are trying to build some momentum heading into the All-Star break.
"Golden State plays a different style than any team in the league," Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said on Wednesday. "[They] present some very unique challenges."
The dynamics of this game could change throughout the day as the trade deadline comes four hours before tipoff. Both teams are tied up in many rumors.
Viewing and Betting Information
Tip off time: 7 p.m. Eastern Time
Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, Indiana
Where to watch: NBA League Pass, Bally Sports Indiana, Bally Sports+, NBC Sports Bay Area
Spread and Over/Under: The Pacers are favorites as they are currently -5.5 in the SI Sportsbook. The over/under for the game is 250.5.
Pacers vs Warriors Injury Report
The Pacers listed Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring injury management), Bennedict Mathurin (illness), and Jalen Smith (back spasms) as questionable. Isaiah Wong, Oscar Tshiebwe, and Kendall Brown are all questionable due to their status on two-way contracts.
Golden State played in Philadelphia on Wednesday night, and they have not released an injury report yet since they are on a back-to-back. They were without Gary Payton II and Chris Paul for that outing.
Key Matchup
Tyrese Haliburton vs Stephen Curry: Two of the most exciting points guards in the league will face off tonight as All-Star guards Stephen Curry and Tyrese Haliburton will control the action. Haliburton has one of the best combinations of shooting, passing, and scoring in the league while Curry is the greatest shooter of all time.
Both players are tremendously impactful and can change a game with just a few dynamic possessions. Whichever star shines brighter could tip the balance of this battle.
- Indiana Pacers trade deadline rumor tracker. CLICK HERE.
- The Indiana Pacers are still figuring out how to manage Tyrese Haliburton's minutes restriction. CLICK HERE.
- Pascal Siakam discusses long-term future with Indiana Pacers and upcoming free agency. CLICK HERE.
- Indiana Pacers take down Charlotte Hornets for first win with both Pascal Siakam and Tyrese Haliburton in the lineup. CLICK HERE.
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