At 4:00 AM on January 1st, 2026, the Indiana Pacers will host the Orlando Magic. Looking back at their last ten encounters, the results have been closely contested, with neither team holding a clear advantage. In recent games, the Indiana Pacers have shown some inconsistency, with a record of four wins and six losses. They have struggled in their last three matchups, losing by significant margins. In late March (based on the provided data, this should be April 2025), despite a second-half comeback attempt, they fell short, losing 115-129. Before that, they lost by 8 points (Orlando Magic 115 vs. Indiana Pacers 94), and in the game before, they suffered a heavy defeat (with a scoreline of 15-117 in favor of Orlando). This suggests that playing at home against the Orlando Magic hasn't necessarily given the Pacers an edge. However, the Pacers have previously demonstrated their ability to win consistently. For example, they performed well in January and in the summer league, winning by large margins. This adds an element of unpredictability to the upcoming game. Defensively, the games have been intense, especially in limiting the opponent's scoring. In a previous matchup last year, the Pacers held their opponents to just 120 points. High-scoring games are common, with some matches exceeding 230 points, potentially indicating that offensive prowess will be a key factor in determining the winner between these two teams. NBA Indiana Pacers: Orlando Magic 01-01 04:00 Betting direction: 225.5, under