Indiana Pacers @ New York Knicks Picks and Predictions - February 10th 2026

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Indiana Pacers (19-63) head into this road spot against New York Knicks (53-29) at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. This price reads Knicks -11.5 with a total of 227.5. The core question is simple: can the dog hang around long enough to matter?
Recent form leans toward Knicks, who are 4-1 in their last five games. From here, the preview moves through the best side and total angles, then uses player, injury, and prop context to test whether that read holds, and if you want a quick sportsbook refresher before betting, our best online sportsbooks for NBA betting guide gives you a quick way to compare your options.
Betting lines for Indiana Pacers at New York Knicks
Indiana Pacers has a context-first setup here, and the last five read as last-five ATS: 2-3-0 with extra texture from average margin: -32. Use Indiana Pacers game lines for a reliable reference while the market finalizes closer to tip.
The home read leans not as much on one-game variance, and New York Knicks brings last-five ATS: 4-1-0 with a handy companion stat: last-five over-under: 2-3-0. If you are validating a late move, New York Knicks game lines offers a direct view that stays current.
Top Usage% Leaders for Indiana Pacers at New York Knicks: Who Drives Possessions
The leading usage role here is held by Jalen Brunson (New York Knicks), and the table below links that to the box-score and shooting splits. Their short profile: Min 35, Usage% 30.6, 26 PPG, 3.3 RPG, 6.8 APG, TS% 58, eFG% 53.3, +/- 4.8, and TO/G 2.4.
Indiana Pacers features Pascal Siakam (30.3), Andrew Nembhard (23.7), and Bennedict Mathurin (23.3), and New York Knicks features Jalen Brunson (30.6), Karl-Anthony Towns (26.1), and Jordan Clarkson (21.3), and this breakdown highlights where the first reads come from. A more tight top line usually means heavier on-ball responsibility for the primary option, while a balanced top three can signal more shared creation and easier rotation coverage if one piece is limited.
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| Team | Player | Min | Usage% | PPG | RPG | APG | TS% | eFG% | +/- | TO/G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana Pacers | Pascal Siakam | 33 | 30.3 | 24 | 6.6 | 3.8 | 56.2 | 52.9 | -3.7 | 2.2 |
| Indiana Pacers | Andrew Nembhard | 31 | 23.7 | 16.9 | 2.8 | 7.7 | 56.4 | 51.3 | -6.9 | 2.4 |
| Indiana Pacers | Bennedict Mathurin | 32 | 23.3 | 17.8 | 5.4 | 2.3 | 58.9 | 51.4 | -7.6 | 2.3 |
| New York Knicks | Jalen Brunson | 35 | 30.6 | 26 | 3.3 | 6.8 | 58 | 53.3 | 4.8 | 2.4 |
| New York Knicks | Karl-Anthony Towns | 31 | 26.1 | 20.1 | 11.9 | 3 | 61.9 | 55.6 | 5 | 2.5 |
| New York Knicks | Jordan Clarkson | 18 | 21.3 | 8.6 | 1.8 | 1.3 | 54.8 | 51.7 | 1.5 | 0.9 |
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With days since last game staying even (2 vs 2), the angle leans on miles and schedule compression. New York Knicks comes in off the stiffer previous matchup (64.2 vs 59.3), so the threshold for translating that performance is higher.
The games-in-7 row comes back flat at 0 vs 0, making it a smaller push on its own. The since-last-game mileage number is higher for Indiana Pacers (340.4 vs 188.2), and that drag often appears first in the opening stretch. With last-7 travel miles steady (0 vs 0), the weekly travel profile does not tilt much.
| Metric | Indiana Pacers | New York Knicks |
|---|---|---|
| Days since last game | 2 | 2 |
| Rest advantage vs opponent | 0 | 0 |
| Travel miles since last game | 340.4 | 188.2 |
| Games in last 7 days | 0 | 0 |
| Time zone changes | 0 | 0 |
| Miles travelled last 7 days | 0 | 0 |
| Schedule strength | 38.7 | 56 |
| Remaining schedule strength | — | — |
| Previous opponent strength (win %) | 59.3 | 64.2 |
| Next opponent strength (win %) | 64.2 | 24.5 |
Indiana Pacers at New York Knicks Quick Trends: Last 5 Form, Last 10 Scoring, and Recent Performance
New York Knicks enters with the steadier five-game sample at 4-1 compared with Indiana Pacers at 1-4. over the last 10, the splits are not cleanly filled in, so keep it as a quick momentum read.
| Metric | Indiana Pacers | New York Knicks |
|---|---|---|
| Last 5 (Form) | ||
| Record (W-L) | 1-4 | 4-1 |
| Win % | 20 | 80 |
| ATS record | 2-3-0 | 4-1-0 |
| Over/Under record | 4-1-0 | 2-3-0 |
| Average margin | -32 | 34 |
| Last 10 (Recent Performance) | ||
| Points per game | 112.2 | 115 |
| Points allowed | 118.8 | 98.6 |
| Margin | -66 | 164 |
| FG % | 47 | 48.1 |
| 3PT % | 36.3 | 39.2 |
Season Profile Comparison: Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks
This is a season snapshot, organized into four categories so you can see the main levers quickly. In close matchups, the deciding swing often shows up where one team wins both of the key stats in a section.
Record & Scoring
New York Knicks owns the two drivers in this section: win% (75) and point margin (6.3). If Indiana Pacers wants to erase that profile, it often comes down to one big scoring swing—threes, free throws, or a burst of transition points.
| Metric | Indiana Pacers | New York Knicks |
|---|---|---|
| Record (W-L) | 19-63 | 53-29 |
| Win Percentage | 19.5 | 75 |
| Points For | 112.4 | 116.5 |
| Points Against | 120.4 | 110.1 |
| Points Margin | -8 | 6.3 |
Efficiency
New York Knicks leads the two efficiency drivers—shooting efficiency (111.9 vs 110.9) and field goal efficiency (55.7 vs 53.3). If that shows up, New York Knicks can build separation without needing a big possession advantage.
| Metric | Indiana Pacers | New York Knicks |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goal % | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Three-Point % | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Shooting Efficiency | 110.9 | 111.9 |
| Field Goal Efficiency | 53.3 | 55.7 |
| Free Throw Rate | 0.3 | 0.2 |
| Three-Point Rate | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Free Throw % | 0.8 | 0.8 |
Tempo, Ratings & Turnovers
New York Knicks owns the better net rating (6.6) and the cleaner turnover profile (12.8), which is a strong “structure” advantage. If Indiana Pacers can’t create extra possessions through pressure, the rating edge is more likely to hold.
| Metric | Indiana Pacers | New York Knicks |
|---|---|---|
| Pace | 103.4 | 99.4 |
| Net Rating | -7.3 | 6.6 |
| Offensive Rating | 108.5 | 116.8 |
| Defensive Rating | 115.7 | 110.2 |
| Turnovers Per Game | 13.8 | 12.8 |
Rebounding, Ball Movement & Disruption
New York Knicks leads on offensive boards (0.3) and steals (8.1), which is usually the cleanest read for “who wins the chaos.” If shooting is average on both sides, extra tries can be the whole difference.
| Metric | Indiana Pacers | New York Knicks |
|---|---|---|
| Rebounds Per Game | 41.9 | 45.6 |
| Offensive Rebounds | 0.2 | 0.3 |
| Defensive Rebounds | 0.7 | 0.8 |
| Assists Per Game | 27.7 | 27.4 |
| Assist Rate | 67.8 | 64.3 |
| Steals Per Game | 7.4 | 8.1 |
| Blocks Per Game | 4.6 | 3.9 |
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Pacers at Knicks Series History and Last Meeting
If you want a simple reference, start with the last meeting: Pacers claimed 125-108, a 17 margin. The series summary below lays out the broader history behind it.
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Last meeting score | 125-108 |
| Last meeting winner | Pacers |
| Last meeting margin | 17 |
| Side | Meetings | Wins | Losses | Average margin | Total points | ATS record | Over/Under record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Away | 4 | 3 | 1 | -6 | 234 | 1-0-0 | 1-0-0 |
| Home | 4 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 234 | 0-1-0 | 1-0-0 |
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- Game script (pace): Indiana Pacers is set up to press tempo, but New York Knicks benefits if it can steady possessions and keep the game in the half-court. The initial pace hint tends to follows the total.
- Efficiency edge (side): On the season profile, it tilts to New York Knicks when the possession battle stays tidier and the glass does not leak. Those added possessions can turn the number.
- Late filters (availability + market): The last piece is who actually plays and how the spot looks, since those factors can shift the closing lineup choices. If the market has moved, let it be a cue to validate assumptions instead of pushing a stance.