Buddy Hield Points Scored Props • Indiana

The Indiana Pacers have played at the speediest pace-of-play in the league as the home team this year. The Rockets have played at the 2nd-speediest pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to increase possessions for the Pacers. Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and result in extra opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Pacers grade out 3rdbest in in the league with 11.9 offensive boards per game over the last 15 games. Over the last 5 games, their opposition has brought down 7.4 offensive rebounds per game (3rd-fewest in the league) vs. the Houston Rockets (losing possessions that could otherwise lead to added chances for offense). Buddy Hield should see an increase in efficiency in all stat categories on account of having the home court advantage in this game.