POR vs IND Dream11 Prediction: The underperforming Portland Trail Blazers (11-29) will take on the dominant Indiana Pacers (24-17) at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon on January 20th, 2024. The game has been scheduled for 8:30 a.m. IST and will be televised live on Sports 18 and Jio Cinema.
Fans should expect an intriguing and tough battle at the Moda Center as the Pacers look to build on their strong performance and the Trail Blazers look to turn things around.
POR vs IND Basketball Match Details
Match: Portland Trailblazers (11-29) vs Indiana Pacers (24-17)
Venue: Moda Center, Portland, Oregon
Date: 20th January, 2024
Time: 8:30 AM IST
Broadcasting: Sports 18 and Jio Cinema
Portland Trail Blazer vs Indiana Pacers Previews
Portland Trailblazers
The Portland Trail Blazers have a difficult situation as they meet the Indiana Pacers at the Moda Center. With an 11-29 record, the Trail Blazers are ranked 14th in the Western Conference.
Despite recent issues, there have been bright spots, including Anfernee Simons, who has been an outstanding player, averaging 22.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game.
In their most recent match, the Trail Blazers defeated the Brooklyn Nets 105-103, with Jerami Grant leading the way with 30 points and eight rebounds.
The Trail Blazers will be keen to build on their previous success and turn things around against the Pacers, showing their resilience at home.
Indiana Pacers
The Indiana Pacers enter their match against the Portland Trail Blazers with a respectable 24-17 record and a solid Eastern Conference standing.
In their most recent victory, the Pacers defeated the Sacramento Kings 126-121. Myles Turner remains an opponent to be reckoned with, averaging 17.2 points, 7.1 rebounds, and a remarkable 1.9 blocks per game.
Malcolm Brogdon contributes to the team’s adaptability, averaging 14.8 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game.
As Indiana plays the second game of a back-to-back, they hope to build on their already impressive record while showcasing their depth and versatility against a failing Trail Blazers.
Portland Trail Blazer vs Indiana Pacers Lineups
Portland Trailblazers: Scoot Henderson, Anfernee Simons, Deandre Ayton, Matisse Thybulle, Skylar Mays, Kris Murray, Jerami Grant, Moses Brown, Malcolm Brogdon, Shaedon Sharpe, Jamaree Bouyea, Ish Wainright, Justin Minaya, Duop Reath, Toumani Camara, Jabari Walker, Robert Williams III, Rayan Rupert.
Indiana Pacers: Tyrese Haliburton, Chris Duarte, Andrew Nembhard, Buddy Hield, Aaron Nesmith, Terry Jackson, David Stockton, Bennedict Mathurin, Justin Holiday, Isaiah Jackson, Kendall Brown, Jalen Smith, Myles Turner, Oscar Tshiebwe, Isaiah Jackson, Goga Bitadze, Isaiah Jackson
Portland Trail Blazer vs Indiana Pacers H2H
- Portland Trailblazers: 3 win
- Indiana Pacers: 2 win
POR vs IND Team News & Updates
Portland Trailblazers
- Moses Brown: (Shoulder)- OUT
- Shaedon Sharpe: (Thigh)- OUT
- Robert Williams: (Knee)- OUT
- Deandre Ayton: (Knee)- Probable
Indiana Pacers
- Pascal Siakam: (Recently traded)- OUT
- Andrew Nembhard: (Back)- Probable
- Aaron Nesmith: (Shins)- OUT
- Tyrese Haliburton: (Hamstring)- OUT
POR vs IND (Playing Five Probables)
Portland Trailblazers
- PG: Malcolm Brogdon
- SG: Jerami Grant
- SF: Scoot Henderson
- PF: Anfernee Simons
- C: Robert Williams III
Indiana Pacers
- PG: T. J McConnell
- SG: Buddy Hield
- SF: Bennedict Mathurin
- PF: Jalen Smith
- C: Myles Turner
POR vs IND Stats Leader
Portland Trailblazers
- Points: Jerami Grant- 21.4
- Rebounds: Deandre Ayton – 10.8
- Assists: Malcolm Brogdon- 5.1
- Steals: Matisse Thybulle- 1.6
- Blocks: Matisse Thybulle- 0.8
Indiana Pacers
- Points: Tyrese Haliburton- 23.6
- Rebounds: Myles Turner – 7.1
- Assists: Tyrese Haliburton- 12.5
- Steals: Aaron Nesmith – 1.1
- Blocks: Myles Turner – 1.9
POR vs IND Elite Players & Fantasy Picks
Portland Trailblazers
- Anfernee Simons: 22.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, 4.5 assists
- Malcolm Brogdon: 14.8 points, 3.4 rebounds, 5.1 assists
Indiana Pacers
- Myles Turner: 17.2 points, 7.1 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.9 blocks per game
- Buddy Hield: 12.7 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.6 assists
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