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Trail Blazers vs. Pacers prediction: Why Portland is favored to win Wednesday's NBA matchup [3/18/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Portland Trail Blazers vs Indiana Pacers predictions for NBA Wednesday.
The Indiana Pacers and Portland blazers will meet in NBA action at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Wednesday, with tipoff at 7:30 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Trail Blazers as the most likely winner of the Trail Blazers vs. Pacers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Pacers lineup will feature stars like Andrew Nembhard, Jarace Walker and Aaron Nesmith, while the Trail Blazers will be led by Deni Avdija, Jerami Grant and Jrue Holiday.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Wednesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Blazers vs. Pacers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's NBA matchup between the Trail Blazers and Pacers 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Trail Blazers an 83% chance of beating the Pacers. Our predicted final score has the Trail Blazers winning 121-109.
According to our model, the Pacers (+12.5) have a 57% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 231.5 points has a 51% chance of staying under.
Trail Blazers vs. Pacers odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Trail Blazers | Pacers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -12.5 (-114) | +12.5 (-102) |
| Moneyline | -750 | +550 |
| Total | o231.5 (-110) | u231.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Trail Blazers vs. Pacers picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Pacers +12.5 | -102 |
| Moneyline | Pacers | +550 |
| Total | Under 231.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Wednesday, the top play to make on this game is Pacers +12.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Trail Blazers vs. Pacers player props
Looking for Trail Blazers vs. Pacers NBA prop bets? We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Deni Avdija is expected to lead the Trail Blazers with 25 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists, while Andrew Nembhard is projected to have 16 points, 2 rebounds and 7 assists for the Pacers.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Trail Blazers prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Trail Blazers are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deni Avdija | 25 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 49 |
| Jerami Grant | 20 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 33 |
| Jrue Holiday | 17 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 37 |
| Scoot Henderson | 13 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 26 |
| Donovan Clingan | 13 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 37 |
Pacers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Pacers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Nembhard | 16 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 33 |
| Jarace Walker | 15 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 34 |
| Aaron Nesmith | 14 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 28 |
| Ivica Zubac | 11 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 26 |
| T.J. McConnell | 11 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 27 |
Blazers vs. Pacers game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's matchup between the Pacers and Trail Blazers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse is scheduled to commence at 7:30 PM ET.
- Who: Portland Trail Blazers vs. Indiana Pacers
- Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Conclusion
We predict the Trail Blazers, with an 83% win probability, will likely beat the Pacers on Wednesday, with Deni Avdija projected for a game-high 49 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Trail Blazers vs. Pacers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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