Lakers vs Pacers Picks and Prediction – 3/26/2025

In the first game of a Wednesday night NBA on ESPN doubleheader, the Los Angeles Lakers and the Indiana Pacers will battle from Gainbridge Fieldhouse. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Lakers (43-28) are looking to stop a three-game losing skid and trail Denver by one game for third place in the Western Conference standings. On Monday, Los Angeles was outscored by 16 points during the third quarter of a 118-106 road loss against Orlando. 

All-Star G Luka Doncic matched a game-high with 32 points (10-11 FT), seven rebounds, and seven assists. Four-time MVP LeBron James scored 24 points to go along with seven assists, and six boards. Austin Reaves added 18 points and six rebounds for the Lakers, who fell to 15-19 on the road. 

The Indiana Pacers are riding a five-game winning streak and are sitting in fourth place in the Eastern Conference standings. The Pacers (42-29) rank ninth in the league in offensive efficiency and are averaging 116.6 points per game. On Monday, Indiana outscored Minnesota by 16 points in the third quarter to pull away for a 119-103 home victory. 

Indiana G Tyrese Haliburton led all scorers with 24 points on 9-for-16 shooting and dished out 11 assists. F Aaron Nesmith chipped in 17 points (7-9 FG) and seven rebounds. All-Star F Pascal Siakam added 14 points and six rebounds for the Pacers, who improved to 24-10 at home. 

Los Angeles forwards Rui Hachimura (knee) and LeBron James (groin) are listed as probable for this contest. The Lakers realize the need to play with more urgency and will have the two best players on the floor. Take Los Angeles to get the job done on the road. Final Score Prediction, Los Angeles Lakers win 120-113.