As the 2024-25 NBA season approaches, DraftKings Sportsbook has released betting odds, with the Boston Celtics leading as strong favorites following a dominant campaign. Several teams, including the Oklahoma City Thunder and New York Knicks, are also positioned for strong runs after impactful offseason moves. Fans can expect an exciting season of competition with significant opportunities for bettors to explore.
Below is a breakdown of the Indiana Pacers’ betting odds on DraftKings Sportsbook for the NBA Finals, conference titles, and more, with top contenders and surprises spread across both conferences.
Indiana Pacers
NBA Finals Winner: +6000
Eastern Conference Winner: +2500
Regular Season Wins O/U: 46.5 (Over: -110, Under: -110)
Most Regular Season Wins: +7500
Conference Seeding O/U: 6.5 (Over: +120, Under: -145)
To Participate in Play-In: +125
Make Playoffs: Yes (-600), No (+425)
The Pacers are coming off an impressive 47-win season that culminated in a deep playoff run, reaching the Eastern Conference Finals. Tyrese Haliburton established himself as one of the league’s elite playmakers, leading the NBA in assists while also being named to an All-NBA team. The midseason addition of Pascal Siakam brought extra firepower to an already potent offense that ranked among the best in the league. Key moments included a Game 7 victory against the New York Knicks, signaling the Pacers’ arrival as a genuine Eastern Conference threat.
This offseason, Indiana chose continuity over significant changes, re-signing key pieces like Siakam and Obi Toppin, and making a savvy addition in free-agent center James Wiseman to provide depth in the paint. They also drafted Johnny Furphy, a versatile player with upside, while departing with Jalen Smith. However, the biggest focus is on defensive improvement as the Pacers struggled on that end last season. Players like Bennedict Mathurin, returning from surgery, are key to helping bolster their defensive efforts.
The Pacers’ offense, led by Haliburton, Siakam, and Myles Turner, will continue to score at a high rate, but how far they go will depend on their ability to shore up the defense. Indiana could win 50 games and be a solid playoff team, but breaking through in the Eastern Conference may require better defensive performances.
DraftKings Sportsbook has the Pacers at +6000 to win the NBA Finals and +2500 to win the Eastern Conference. Their regular-season win total is set at 46.5, with odds of -110 on both the over and under. Indiana’s odds for most regular-season wins stand at +7500, indicating they remain a dark horse in a competitive Eastern Conference.
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