The stage is set for an exciting showdown tonight between the Pacers and the Lakers! Although Luka Doncic's debut will have to wait, fans can still look forward to a star-studded game. LeBron James will be leading the Lakers, while Indiana's Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam are ready to make their mark. With the playoff race heating up, expect a fast-paced and thrilling match. Here’s everything you need to know about the lineups, injuries, start time, and how to watch the game.
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Indiana Pacers vs Los Angeles Lakers: Projected Starting Five
Los Angeles Lakers Projected Starting five
Position
| Player
|
Point Guard
| D'Angelo Russell
|
Shooting Guard
| Austin Reaves
|
Small Forward
| LeBron James
|
Power Forward
| Rui Hachimura
|
Center
| Mark Williams
|
Indiana Pacers Projected Starting five
Position
| Player
|
Point Guard
| Tyrese Haliburton
|
Shooting Guard
| Tyrese Haliburton
|
Small Forward
| Aaron Nesmith
|
Power Forward
| Pascal Siakam
|
Center
| Myles Turner
|
Indiana Pacers vs Los Angeles Lakers: Key Players to Watch
Los Angeles Lakers:
LeBron James: Even at 40, LeBron continues to be a dominant force, averaging 23.8 points and 8.8 assists per game.
Austin Reaves: Reaves recently notched a career-high 38 points on January 17, 2025, against the Brooklyn Nets. His offensive contributions provide a significant boost to the team's performance.
Indiana Pacers:
Pascal Siakam: Since joining the Pacers, Siakam has been a consistent performer, averaging 20.1 points and 7.3 rebounds per game. His versatility on both ends of the floor makes him a key player to watch.
Tyrese Haliburton: Haliburton contributes 17.9 points and 8.8 assists per game. His ability to facilitate the offense and score efficiently will be pivotal for the Pacers' success.
Myles Turner: As a defensive anchor, Turner averages 2.0 blocks per game. His rim protection and rebounding are essential components of the Pacers' defense.
Indiana Pacers vs Los Angeles Lakers: Injury Report
Los Angeles Lakers Injury Report
Player
| Status
| Injury Report
|
Luka Dončić
| Out
| Calf Strain
|
Christian Wood
| Out
| Left Knee Surgery
|
Jarred Vanderbilt
| Out
| Foot Injury
|
Jalen Hood-Schifino
| Out
| Left Hamstring Strain
|
Indiana Pacers Injury Report
Player
| Status
| Injury Report
|
James Wiseman
| Out for season
| Left Achilles Tendon Tear
|
Isaiah Jackson
| Out for season
| Right Achilles Tendon Tear
|
Myles Turner
| Questionable
| Head Injury
|
Indiana Pacers vs Los Angeles Lakers: Team Stats
Statistic
| Los Angeles Lakers
| Indiana Pacers
|
Record
| 30-19
| 29-21
|
Field Goal Percentage
| 48.2% (6th)
| 49.0% (4th)
|
Three-Point Percentage
| 35.9% (T-14th)
| 36.9% (T-9th)
|
Free Throw Percentage
| 79.1% (T-10th)
| 77.6% (18th)
|
Rebounds per Game
| 41.7
| 41.6
|
Assists per Game
| 26.6 (13th)
| 28.7 (8th)
|
Turnovers per Game
| 12.9 (T-9th)
| 12.7 (T-6th)
|
Points per Game
| 115.9 (11th)
| 116.5 (T-8th)
|
Offensive Rating
| 115.9 (11th)
| 116.5 (T-8th)
|
Defensive Rating
| 115.3 (T-15th)
| 115.7 (20th)
|
Indiana Pacers vs Los Angeles Lakers: Previous Matchups
The match between the Los Angeles Lakers and Indiana Pacers yielded the Lakers their championship victory through a 4-2 NBA Finals win in 2000. The Lakers lead the regular-season meetings against the Pacers because they won six games out of their last ten matchups. Notably, during the 2023 NBA Cup, the Lakers triumphed over the Pacers with a score of 123-109 to clinch the inaugural title. The Pacers won against the Lakers during their most recent game on March 29, 2024, with a score of 109-90.
Indiana Pacers vs Los Angeles Lakers: Date, Time and Venue
The Los Angeles Lakers and Indiana Pacers plan to play at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 1.00 PM PST. The game will start at 1:00 PM PST.
Indiana Pacers vs Los Angeles Lakers: Streaming Details and More
Fans can watch ESPN to follow the live game coverage as FuboTV provides new users with a no-cost trial of their streaming service. The game can be accessed on NBA League Pass for viewers who are located outside their market areas. The fans of the Lakers can watch their team on Spectrum SportsNet while Pacers supporters can view their games through FDSIN/13 WTHR. ESPN LA 710/1330 KWKW through radio broadcasts the Lakers game for listeners along with 93.5/107.5
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