Indiana Pacers on the moneyline.
Slam Dunk.
Game 583.
4:00 PM PST/7:00 PM EST.
Obviously, the availability of Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo (check status) are unknown at this point. Most reports are stating the “Greek Freak” is most-likely sitting. Now we always must do our due diligence and confirm any injury information, especially in the NBA. But even if he does play, he is not 100%. What has been confirmed is that Lillard is still not 100%, even if he does play. Reports are the star PG is still hampered with a groin issue. Obviously, as we all know, the Bucks limped into the postseason, dropping eight of their final 11 contests. But even when they were healthy, the Pacers are a true thorn in their side. Indiana has taken five of the last seven meetings in this rivalry, which does include four of five this season, both straight up and against the spread. Meanwhile, the Pacers finished the campaign winning seven of their final 10 and covering six of those outings as well. They are relatively healthy and I believe their trademark pace of play will be a key factor here. I've never seen a team that moves as slowly as Indiana, but yet tops the NBA in scoring, averaging over 123.3 points per game as they top the League as well in field goal percentage from the floor, hitting over 50.7%. Granted, Milwaukee, when they are whole, can keep pace offensively with any opponent, but their defense just doesn't match up well with their opponent’s offense here. Take Indiana. Thank you.