The Phoenix Suns are set to take on the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 7:00 PM. The Suns come into the game with a 38-27 record in the middle of the NBA regular season. Head coach Jordan Ott has guided his team to seventh place in the Western Conference, with a current three-game win streak.
On the other side, the Pacers hold a 15-50 record and are looking to improve their standing. Led by head coach Rick Carlisle, Indiana is ranked 15th in the Eastern Conference. The team will aim to break a ten-game losing streak in front of their home crowd. Fans can catch the action live on FDSI.
Phoenix Suns Team Preview
The Phoenix Suns have been on a winning streak, securing victories in their last three games. They recently defeated the Milwaukee Bucks with a 129-114 win. Devin Booker led the scoring with 27 points, while Collin Gillespie contributed 12 points and 9 assists.
On offense, the Suns are effective from beyond the arc, ranking 4th in three-pointers made per game. However, their overall field goal percentage is not high, sitting at 27th in the league. Defensively, they allow only 111 points per game, which is 6th best in the NBA.
Injuries may affect their lineup, as Dillon Brooks and Mark Williams are out. Grayson Allen and Haywood Highsmith are listed as questionable. Despite these challenges, the Suns have been performing well, with Booker and Gillespie consistently contributing to the team’s success.
Indiana Pacers Team Preview
The Indiana Pacers have had a challenging run in their recent games. They lost to the Sacramento Kings 114-109, with Aaron Nesmith scoring 29 points. In another game, they fell to the Portland Trail Blazers 131-111, where Pascal Siakam added 22 points to the effort.
Throughout the 2026 season, the Pacers’ offense has struggled. They rank 27th in points per game with 111.4 and are 29th in field goal percentage at 45.0%. Defensively, they allow 119.9 points per game, placing them 26th in the league.
Injuries are a concern for the Pacers. Pascal Siakam is doubtful with a knee injury, and Tyrese Haliburton is out for the season with an Achilles injury. Aaron Nesmith and Andrew Nembhard are also questionable for the next game due to injuries.
Betting Prediction
The Suns have a strong defense, allowing only 111 points per game. This ranks them 6th in the league. The Pacers, on the other hand, allow 119.9 points per game, which is 26th. This suggests the Suns can hold the Pacers to a lower score.
The Pacers score 111.4 points per game, ranking them 27th. The Suns score slightly more at 112.3 points per game, placing them 26th. Both teams have offenses that don’t score much, which supports the idea of a low-scoring game.
The Pacers have a weak defense, allowing opponents to shoot 49% from the field. The Suns’ defense is better, with opponents shooting 46.9%. With both offenses not being strong, and the Suns’ defense being solid, taking the under seems like a reasonable option.
- Pick: Under 225.5
