The NBA presents a New Year's Eve showdown at 04:00, with the Indiana Pacers hosting the Orlando Magic at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Pacers, currently at the bottom of the Eastern Conference with a 6-27 record, are enduring a nine-game losing streak. Pascal Siakam leads the offense, averaging 23.5 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 5.2 assists, while Mathurin's form fluctuates. The Pacers' defense has been porous, conceding an average of 118.2 points per game. The Orlando Magic, holding a 18-15 record and ranking fifth in the Eastern Conference, recently saw their winning streak snapped with a defeat to the Raptors. Paolo Banchero has been performing well, averaging 17.5 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 8 assists. Black (27 points, 3 assists) and Bame (18 points, 6 rebounds) contribute offensively. However, the Magic are dealing with injuries, with the Wagner brothers sidelined and Bame and Suggs' participation uncertain, which has noticeably impacted their roster.