New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 03/13/26

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A new chapter in the Knicks vs Pacers rivalry is set to unfold on Friday, with the regular season series tied at 1-1 between these teams. Considering the state the Pacers are in right now, you’d think this would be a cakewalk for the Knicks. However, with those first two meetings being decided by just 1 and 3 points and the Pacers winning at MSG, the Knicks will have to proceed with caution here. The injury situation in Mike Brown’s camp isn’t the best either, as both Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart are questionable to play with knee issues.

The oddsmakers aren’t kind at all to the Pacers here and you can’t really blame them. Indy enters this game as a +13.5 underdog, mainly because of their recent form, but also due to the fact that they’ll be playing on the 2nd night of a back-to-back scenario here. Ivica Zubac finally made his debut for the team in last night’s double-digit loss to Phoenix, while the injury report for tonight’s game has Obi Toppin, T.J. McConnell, Aaron Nesmith and Pascal Siakam all officially listed out. If you’re wondering who will take the floor for the Pacers in this game, you are not alone.

Normally I’d think twice before backing the Knicks to cover here given the history between the two teams. However, with the state of the Pacers being really bad at the moment, I have my doubts they can keep things close here. Their last 5 games have seen them allow 120+ points 4 times and with most of their starters out here, I do not believe they’ll be able to contain Jalen Brunson and the rest of the Knicks. New York is 10-4 SU in 14 road games and has covered in 6 of 8 overall. Back the Knicks.

Knicks vs Pacers prediction: New York Knicks -13.5 is available at time of publishing. Playable at that number.