Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans predictions, Jan 16, 2026

Jan 16, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Indiana Pacers

New Orleans Pelicans

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As the Indiana Pacers prepare to host the New Orleans Pelicans on January 16, 2026, both teams come into the matchup with contrasting recent performances. The Pacers have secured victories in 3 of their last 5 games, showcasing a potent offense that has allowed them to remain competitive in the Eastern Conference. Their ability to score efficiently, coupled with a solid home court advantage, makes them formidable opponents on their own turf.

On the other hand, the Pelicans have won only 2 of their last 5 matches, suggesting some inconsistencies in their form. While they possess talented players and can generate offense, their defensive strategies may need to tighten up to counter the Pacers’ scoring prowess.

The bookmakers have set the odds at 1.8 for a home win and 1.99 for an away victory, indicating a closely contested game. Our model gives a slight edge to the Pacers with a 53.7% probability of winning, while the Pelicans come in at 46.3%. A predicted final score of 120-118 illustrates the expectation of a competitive matchup that could swing either way. Fans can expect an exciting game, but as always in basketball, there are no guarantees.

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Indiana
53.7%		 New Orleans
46.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 120:118

Outrights of NBA New Orleans Pelicans: 0.06% Indiana Pacers: 0.04%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 1.8 2.02
MarathonBet 1.77 2.2
WilliamHill 1.85 1.95
Pinnacle 1.83 2.04
Best for US Customers 1.71 2.15

Latest Results

14.01.26 Indiana Pacers – Toronto Raptors – 101:115
12.01.26 Indiana Pacers – Boston Celtics – 98:96
10.01.26 Indiana Pacers – Miami Heat – 123:99
08.01.26 Charlotte Hornets – Indiana Pacers – 112:114
06.01.26 Indiana Pacers – Cleveland Cavaliers – 116:120		 14.01.26 New Orleans Pelicans – Brooklyn Nets – 116:113
13.01.26 New Orleans Pelicans – Denver Nuggets – 116:122
11.01.26 Orlando Magic – New Orleans Pelicans – 128:118
09.01.26 Washington Wizards – New Orleans Pelicans – 107:128
07.01.26 Atlanta Hawks – New Orleans Pelicans – 117:100

Facts

  • This time, only outsiders will meet in a game (ranked 15 and 15).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Indiana won 3.
  • The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.
  • New Orleans may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, Indiana has had a series of home games.
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • We predict that Indiana will win today’s game, with odds of 1.79.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Indiana won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 2227:2260. (average 111.4:113).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Indiana won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 1162:1105. (average 116.2:110.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    20.12.25 New Orleans Pelicans – Indiana Pacers – 128:109
    18.07.25 New Orleans Pelicans – Indiana Pacers – 104:113
    15.12.24 Indiana Pacers – New Orleans Pelicans – 119:104
    25.11.24 Indiana Pacers – New Orleans Pelicans – 114:110
    01.11.24 New Orleans Pelicans – Indiana Pacers – 125:118

    Standings

    2025/26

    Western Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Oklahoma City Thunder 42 35 7 5086:4524 0.833
    2 Denver Nuggets 41 28 13 5026:4807 0.683
    3 San Antonio Spurs 41 28 13 4823:4612 0.683
    4 Minnesota Timberwolves 41 27 14 4934:4697 0.659
    5 Los Angeles Lakers 38 24 14 4426:4425 0.632
    6 Houston Rockets 38 23 15 4455:4211 0.605
    7 Phoenix Suns 41 24 17 4698:4594 0.585
    8 Golden State Warriors 41 22 19 4736:4642 0.537
    9 Portland Trail Blazers 41 19 22 4749:4873 0.463
    10 Los Angeles Clippers 40 17 23 4490:4531 0.425
    11 Memphis Grizzlies 40 17 23 4593:4649 0.425
    12 Dallas Mavericks 41 15 26 4628:4791 0.366
    13 Utah Jazz 40 14 26 4771:5079 0.350
    14 Sacramento Kings 41 11 30 4518:4949 0.268
    15 New Orleans Pelicans 43 10 33 4942:5254 0.233

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Detroit Pistons 39 29 10 4586:4332 0.744
    2 Boston Celtics 40 25 15 4667:4409 0.625
    3 New York Knicks 40 25 15 4760:4594 0.625
    4 Toronto Raptors 42 25 17 4783:4707 0.595
    5 Philadelphia 76ers 39 22 17 4557:4509 0.564
    6 Orlando Magic 41 23 18 4767:4711 0.561
    7 Cleveland Cavaliers 42 23 19 5043:4933 0.548
    8 Miami Heat 41 21 20 4896:4831 0.512
    9 Atlanta Hawks 42 20 22 4969:4994 0.476
    10 Chicago Bulls 40 19 21 4699:4837 0.475
    11 Milwaukee Bucks 41 17 24 4609:4746 0.415
    12 Charlotte Hornets 40 14 26 4645:4666 0.350
    13 Brooklyn Nets 38 11 27 4136:4328 0.289
    14 Washington Wizards 39 10 29 4391:4831 0.256
    15 Indiana Pacers 41 9 32 4534:4851 0.220

    NBA Outrights

    1. Oklahoma City Thunder: 2.15 (40.29%)

    2. Denver Nuggets: 8 (10.83%)

    3. San Antonio Spurs: 13 (6.66%)

    4. New York Knicks: 13 (6.66%)

    5. Houston Rockets: 13 (6.66%)

    6. Detroit Pistons: 19 (4.56%)

    7. Boston Celtics: 21 (4.12%)

    8. Cleveland Cavaliers: 26 (3.33%)

    9. Los Angeles Lakers: 29 (2.99%)

    10. Minnesota Timberwolves: 31 (2.79%)

    11. Golden State Warriors: 36 (2.41%)

    12. Orlando Magic: 41 (2.11%)

    13. Philadelphia 76ers: 51 (1.7%)

    14. Miami Heat: 81 (1.07%)

    15. Los Angeles Clippers: 101 (0.86%)

    16. Atlanta Hawks: 101 (0.86%)

    17. Toronto Raptors: 151 (0.57%)

    18. Milwaukee Bucks: 201 (0.43%)

    19. Phoenix Suns: 251 (0.35%)

    20. Dallas Mavericks: 751 (0.12%)

    21. Portland Trail Blazers: 1001 (0.09%)

    22. Charlotte Hornets: 1001 (0.09%)

    23. Chicago Bulls: 1001 (0.09%)

    24. Washington Wizards: 1501 (0.06%)

    25. Brooklyn Nets: 1501 (0.06%)

    26. Utah Jazz: 1501 (0.06%)

    27. Memphis Grizzlies: 1501 (0.06%)

    28. New Orleans Pelicans: 1501 (0.06%)

    29. Indiana Pacers: 2001 (0.04%)

    30. Sacramento Kings: 2001 (0.04%)

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