The Indiana Pacers face the Utah Jazz in a crucial NBA matchup. Indiana (ranked 28th, 13-36) comes off a 2-match winning streak, scoring 242 points in those games while conceding 238. Utah (ranked 25th, 15-35) is struggling, having lost 5 consecutive matches, allowing 611 points across those games, which highlights their defensive vulnerabilities.

The Indiana Pacers have shown a resurgence with a form string of WW, scoring an impressive 607 points while conceding 571 in their last 5 games. Notable results include a 129-124 victory over the Atlanta Hawks and a tight 113-110 win against the Chicago Bulls. Meanwhile, the Utah Jazz have struggled significantly, with a form string of LLLLL, scoring only 549 points and allowing 611 in their recent 5 matches. Their most recent loss was a 100-107 defeat against the Toronto Raptors, indicating a deep slump in form.

The Indiana Pacers currently sit at 28th in the league standings with a record of 13 wins and 36 losses, averaging an undisclosed number of points scored and allowed per game. At home, they have had mixed results but are on a positive trajectory with a recent winning streak. The Utah Jazz are 25th in the standings with 15 wins and 35 losses, also averaging an undisclosed number for both scored and allowed. Their away games have been particularly challenging, contributing to their 5-match losing streak.

• 1Indiana Pacers riding a 2-match winning streak with explosive offense scoring 121.4 PPG in last 5 games
• 2Utah Jazz on a 5-match losing streak, allowing an average of 122.2 PPG in the same period
• 3Defensive struggles evident as both teams concede over 110 points on average in recent matches