Bucks vs. Pacers Prediction, Odds, Picks - Dec. 23

The Milwaukee Bucks (11-18) carry a three-game losing streak into a road matchup against the Indiana Pacers (6-23), who have lost five straight. The Bucks square off against the Pacers in a game that Milwaukee is currently a slight favorite by 1.5 points. The matchup has an over/under of 218.5.

Take a look at everything you need to know to know about the Bucks-Pacers game, from the point spread, moneyline, total Over/Under and expert picks, as well as TV channel and streaming information.

Bucks vs. Pacers Game Information, TV Channel & Odds

• When: Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. ET
• Where: Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana
• TV: FDSIN and FDSWI
• Live Boxscore: FOX Sports

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Bucks vs. Pacers Prediction

ATS Pick: Pacers (+ 1.5)
O/U Pick: Over (218.5)
Score Prediction: Bucks 115 - Pacers 114

Bucks vs. Pacers Betting Insights

• Bucks games have gone over 218.5 points scored, their current matchup's point total, 19 times (out of 29) this season.
• A total of 20 Pacers games this season (out of 29) have gone over 218.5 total points scored.
• These two teams average a combined 222.8 points per game, 4.3 more points than the over/under of 218.5 set for this matchup.
• The Bucks and the Pacers have seen their opponents average a combined 16.3 more points per game than the point total of 218.5 set for this outing.
• Milwaukee has won six, or 50%, of the 12 contests in which it was the favorite this year.
• Indiana has been chosen as underdogs in 24 games this year and has walked away with the win four times (16.7%) in those games.
• In the last one head-to-head meetings, Milwaukee has a 1-0 record against Indiana.
• The Pacers hold a 1-0 advantage against the spread when matched up with the Bucks.

Bucks Recent Trends

• The Bucks are 5-5 against the spread and 3-7 overall in their last 10 contests.
• Milwaukee and its opponents have combined to score an average of 223.9 points in its last 10 games, 5.4 more than the 218.5 over/under in this matchup.
• The Bucks have played 29 games, with 13 wins against the spread.
• This season, Milwaukee has an against the spread record of 4-7 in its 11 games as a favorite of 1.5 points or more.
• Bucks games this year have gone over the total in 11 out of 29 opportunities (37.9%).
• The Bucks put up 113.1 points per game, only 4.8 fewer points than the 117.9 the Pacers allow.
• Milwaukee has a 6-2 record against the spread and a 6-2 record overall when putting up more than 117.9 points.
• This season, the Bucks have a 48.6% shooting percentage from the field, which is 1.1% higher than the 47.5% of shots the Pacers' opponents have hit.
• Against the spread, the Bucks have played better when playing at home, covering eight times in 16 home games, and five times in 13 road games.
• Milwaukee has eclipsed the over/under more often at home, hitting the over in seven of 16 home matchups (43.8%). In away games, it has hit the over in four of 13 games (30.8%).
• In home games, the Bucks have won more often as a moneyline favorite, posting a record of 4-3 (.571). In away games, they are 2-3 (.400) as a moneyline favorite.

Bucks Recent Stats

Bucks Leaders

• Ryan Rollins posts 17.0 points, 4.0 rebounds and 5.9 assists per game. At the other end, he averages 1.6 steals (eighth in NBA) and 0.3 blocks.
• Myles Turner posts 12.5 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.7 assists per contest. At the other end, he averages 0.8 steals and 1.5 blocks (seventh in NBA).
• Bobby Portis posts 12.4 points, 6.1 boards and 1.3 assists per contest. At the other end, he averages 0.6 steals and 0.1 blocks.
• Kyle Kuzma averages 13.4 points, 2.2 assists and 4.8 rebounds.
• AJ Green averages 10.7 points, 2.1 assists and 2.8 rebounds.

Bucks Player Props

Pacers Recent Trends

• The Pacers have a 5-5 record against the spread while going 3-7 overall over their last 10 contests.
• Indiana has averaged a total of 232.6 combined points in its last 10 games, 14.1 greater than this matchup's over/under of 218.5.
• The Pacers have 15 wins against the spread in 29 games this season.
• Indiana has an ATS record of 13-11 in its 24 games as an underdog of 1.5 points or more this season.
• The Pacers have hit the over 37.9% of the time this season (11 of 29 games with a set point total).
• The Pacers put up an average of 109.7 points per game, 7.2 fewer points than the 116.9 the Bucks allow to opponents.
• Indiana has put together a 5-3 ATS record and a 3-5 overall record in games it scores more than 116.9 points.
• The Pacers are shooting 43.0% from the field, 4.2% lower than the 47.2% the Bucks' opponents have shot this season.
• Against the spread, the Pacers have been better at home (9-6-0) than away (6-8-0).
• Looking at the over/under, Indiana's games have gone over more often at home (eight of 15, 53.3%) than on the road (three of 14, 21.4%).
• In 2025-26 as moneyline favorites, the Pacers have a better winning percentage at home (.500, 2-2 record) than away (.000, 0-1).

Pacers Recent Stats

Pacers Leaders

• Pascal Siakam puts up 23.8 points, 6.7 rebounds and 4.0 assists per game for the Pacers.
• Andrew Nembhard is averaging 17.6 points, 2.2 rebounds and 6.4 assists per game. He's making 42.7% of his shots from the floor and 36.9% from beyond the arc, with 1.8 triples per game.
• Jay Huff gives the Pacers 7.9 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.2 assists per contest while posting 0.2 steals and 2.4 blocked shots (first in league).
• Jarace Walker is putting up 9.2 points, 4.8 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game. He is draining 34.1% of his shots from the floor and 29.9% from beyond the arc, with 1.4 triples per game.
• Bennedict Mathurin is putting up 18.7 points, 5.7 rebounds and 2.1 assists per contest. He is making 42.6% of his shots from the field and 37.1% from beyond the arc, with 2.4 treys per game.

Pacers Player Props

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