The NBA 2025–26 season continues on Tuesday night as the Indiana Pacers host the Utah Jazz at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Both teams are struggling this season and are desperate for a win to stop their slide in the standings. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET (around 5:30 AM IST, 3 February). The game will be broadcast on FDSIN, KJZZ, and Jazz+.
Indiana sit at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, while Utah are near the bottom in the West. However, the Pacers have been noticeably better at home, while the Jazz are enduring a poor road stretch.
Pacers vs Utah Current Standings
| Team | Record | Conference Position |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana Pacers | 13–37 | 15th (East) |
| Utah Jazz | 15–35 | 13th (West) |
Indiana’s overall record is poor, but most of their wins have come at home. Utah continue to struggle away from Salt Lake City.
Pacers vs Utah Head-to-Head (H2H) Record
| Date | Result |
|---|---|
| 11 Nov 2025 | Jazz 152–128 Pacers |
| 4 Apr 2025 | Pacers 140–112 Jazz |
| 3 Feb 2025 | Pacers 112–111 Jazz |
The season series is split recently. Utah dominated the first meeting this year at home, but Indiana have beaten the Jazz in two of the last three games played in Indianapolis.
Pacers vs Utah Last 5 Games Form
Indiana Pacers
- Lost vs Rockets
- Won vs Hawks
- Mixed results in recent games
- Stronger performance at home than on the road
Indiana continue to struggle overall, but their offensive output at home has been more reliable than their away form.
Utah Jazz
- Multiple consecutive road losses
- Defensive issues in recent games
- Scoring drop-off outside home arena
Utah have failed to control games late and are allowing too many points during road stretches.
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Pacers vs Utah Key Player Stats
Indiana Pacers
| Player | Contribution |
|---|---|
| Pascal Siakam | ~22.5 PPG, primary scoring option |
| Bennedict Mathurin | Secondary scorer, perimeter threat |
| Team Style | Fast pace, offense-first approach |
Indiana rely heavily on Siakam to create scoring without their main playmaker.
Utah Jazz
| Player | Contribution |
|---|---|
| Lauri Markkanen | Leading scorer and rebounder |
| Supporting Cast | Limited depth due to injuries |
| Team Style | Perimeter scoring, weak interior defense |
Utah’s offense flows through Markkanen, but defensive lapses remain a concern.
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Pacers vs Utah Injury Report (Latest Update)
Indiana Pacers
- Tyrese Haliburton – Out (Achilles, season-ending)
- Obi Toppin – Out (foot fracture)
- Rotation depth reduced, offense adjusted around Siakam
Utah Jazz
- Keyonte George – Out (ankle)
- Walker Kessler – Out (shoulder, season-ending)
- Georges Niang – Out (foot, week-to-week)
- Jusuf Nurkic – Out (rest)
Utah are missing important frontcourt and guard rotation players, limiting flexibility.
Pacers vs Utah Betting Odds & Picks
| Market | Line |
|---|---|
| Spread | Pacers -3.5 to -4 |
| Moneyline | Pacers -155 (approx) |
| Over/Under | 236.5 – 237.5 |
Best Picks
- Pacers -3.5 (Spread)
- Under 237.5 (Total Points)
- Pacers Moneyline
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Pacers vs Utah Match Prediction
Indiana home advantage and Utah’s ongoing road struggles tilt this matchup toward the Pacers. Both teams are dealing with injuries, but Utah’s absences are deeper and more impactful.
Expect a competitive game early, with Indiana pulling ahead in the second half through better shot creation and home-court energy.
Predicted Score:
Indiana Pacers 120 – Utah Jazz 114
