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October 21, 2026 β’ Smoothie King Center, New Orleans
NBA PREVIEW β’ October 21, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: Indiana Pacers meets New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center, New Orleans.
Indiana Pacers
Visiting Side
New Orleans Pelicans
Home Side
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
Circled Game Matchup Projection
38%
Indiana Pacers
VS
62%
New Orleans Pelicans
Projected Score
IND 112
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NEW 116
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
3 of 4 categories
- New Orleans Pelicans maintains a stronger scoring margin over opponents.
Indiana Pacers
STAT
New Orleans Pelicans
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host New Orleans Pelicans plays on familiar turf at Smoothie King Center, New Orleans.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why Indiana Pacers Could Win
Indiana Pacers generates 114.0 points per game while shooting 45.8%.
Why New Orleans Pelicans Could Win
New Orleans Pelicans produces 112.8 points per game on 46.6% shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if New Orleans Pelicans's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
Smoothie King Center, New Orleans
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
N/A
Closing Odds
Line: IND -3.5 | O/U: 242.5
Team Leaders
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Indiana Pacers (51.3%)
New Orleans Pelicans (48.7%)
Total Submissions: 44 circles
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