Indiana Pacers vs Utah Jazz preview: Start time, where to watch, injury report, betting odds January 15
The Indiana Pacers wrap up the NBA's toughest back-to-back tonight as they take on the Utah Jazz on the road. The Pacers battled the Denver Nuggets last night, so they are playing consecutive games in the altitude.
The Pacers beat the Jazz back in November, but Utah is a much-improved team since then. They will be a tougher opponent tonight, especially with Indiana's star guard Tyrese Haliburton sidelined. Utah is in the middle of a homestand.
Viewing and Betting Information
Tip off time: 9 p.m. Eastern Time
Location: Delta Center, Salt Lake City, Utah
Where to watch: NBA League Pass, Bally Sports Indiana, Bally Sports+, Root Sports Northwest
Spread and Over/Under: The Pacers are underdogs as they are currently +7.5 in the SI Sportsbook. The over/under for the game is 248.5.
Pacers vs Jazz Injury Report
The Pacers are on the second night of a back-to-back, so they have not yet released an official injury report. They were without Haliburton and Aaron Nesmith last night in Denver.
For the Jazz, Taylor Hendricks, Johnny Juzang, Micah Potter, Jason Preston, and Brice Sensabaugh are out.
Key Matchup
Jalen Smith vs Lauri Markkanen: Markkanen is one of the most underrated players in the NBA. The Finnish forward is averaging 23.7 points per game and is an excellent play finisher from nearly every spot on the floor. He is a terrific, efficient player.
Containing him is extremely difficult, but the Pacers will try with their bigger frontcourt. Jalen Smith will have to be on his A-game defensively while also having a solid offensive night himself to keep up with Utah's star.
- Sources: Tyrese Haliburton will be re-evaluated after Indiana Pacers road trip with Grade 1 hamstring strain. CLICK HERE.
- Report: Indiana Pacers and Toronto Raptors executives chatted 'extensively' at G League Showcase. CLICK HERE.
- James Johnson's contract with the Indiana Pacers is guaranteed for the rest of the 2023-24 season. CLICK HERE.
- Indiana Pacers win first game in Tyrese Haliburton's absence with a good defensive effort against Washington Wizards. CLICK HERE.
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