Indiana Pacers vs Toronto Raptors preview: Start time, where to watch, injury report, betting odds February 26
The Indiana Pacers wrap up a back-to-back on Monday night as they host the Toronto Raptors. The Pacers took down the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday to extend their winning streak to three games.
Indiana and Toronto have split the season series against each other so far, though the Pacers won the most recent meeting — they beat the Raptors by two points on Valentine's Day. Both battles have been close on the scoreboard.
"Excited to see my boy Brucey B," Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton said of the game. He is referring to Raptors guard Bruce Brown, who was with the Pacers earlier this season but was a part of the trade that sent Pascal Siakam to Indiana.
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+, Sportsnet
Spread and Over/Under: The Pacers are favorites as they are currently -6.5 in the SI Sportsbook. The over/under for the game is 245.5.
Pacers vs Raptors Injury Report
The Pacers are on a back-to-back, so they have not released an official injury report yet. Aaron Nesmith was out for the blue and gold against the Mavericks.
For the Raptors, Javon Freeman-Liberty, Markquis Nowell, and Jontay Porter are out.
Key Matchup
Bennedict Mathurin vs RJ Barrett: Mathurin played an important defensive role in the Pacers win over the Mavericks on Sunday night, guarding Luka Doncic for extended portions of the game. He may be needed on defense again tonight with Barrett across from him.
When Toronto and Indiana faced off about two weeks ago, Barrett had 23 points, nine rebounds, and three assists. Mathurin will hope to limit those numbers while getting going offensively himself.
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