The Indiana Pacers hit the road to face the Phoenix Suns on Thursday for their first encounter of the 2024-25 season. Both teams previously secured a 1-1 record against each other in their 2023-24 season series.
Indiana Pacers vs Phoenix Suns: Starting Lineups and Depth Charts
Pacers Starting Lineup and Depth Chart for Dec. 19
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The Pacers are projected to use a starting lineup of Tyrese Haliburton (PG), Andrew Nembhard (SG), Bennedict Mathurin (SF), Pascal Siakam (PF), and Myles Turner (C) for the game.
Suns Starting Lineup and Depth Chart for Dec. 19
Meanwhile, the Suns are expected to deploy a starting lineup of Tyus Jones (PG), Devin Booker (SG), Bradley Beal (SF), Kevin Durant (PF), and Jusuf Nurkic (C).
Indiana Pacers vs Phoenix Suns: Injury Reports
Pacers injury report for Dec. 19
The Pacers have four players listed on their injury report for the upcoming game. Ben Sheppard is listed as questionable, and his involvement will be a game-time decision. Aaron Nesmith is listed as out for the game, while Isaiah Jackson and James Wiseman are out for the season.
Suns injury report for Dec. 19
Meanwhile, the Suns have Bradley Beal listed as probable for the game while Collin Gillespie is listed as out.
Indiana Pacers vs Phoenix Suns: Preview
Ahead of the game, the Indiana Pacers are tied with the Chicago Bulls for the eighth spot in the Eastern Conference with a 12-15 record. They have won five of their last 10 outings and are riding a two-game winning streak after defeating the New Orleans Pelicans 119-104 on Sunday.
Tyrese Haliburton led their victory charge with his double-double performance of 21 points, 10 assists, four rebounds, three steals, and a block, while Pascal Siakam added 22 points.
Meanwhile, the Phoenix Suns are tied with the Golden State Warriors and the Minnesota Timberwolves for the sixth spot in the West with a 14-11 record. They have also won five of their previous 10 matchups and are riding a two-game winning streak after their 116-109 win against the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday.
Devin Booker led the Suns’ victory effort in the game with 28 points, three rebounds, five assists, and a steal.
How to watch Indiana Pacers vs Phoenix Suns?
The Pacers-Suns matchup is scheduled to tipoff at 9 p.m. ET at the Footprint Center in Phoenix. The game will be aired locally on AZFamily and FDSIN. It can also be streamed live on FuboTV or via the NBA League Pass.
Edited by Ripunjay Gaba