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The Indiana Pacers will face off against the Toronto Raptors in an exciting NBA 2021-22 Eastern Conference matchup at the Scotiabank Arena on Wednesday. Both teams come into this game after losses in their last outings.
The Indiana Pacers came out short against the defending champions Milwaukee Bucks at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Monday. Domantas Sabonis' double-double was not enough to stop the Pacers going down 119- 109 against the Bucks. Sabonis will now hope to produce a game-winning performance against the Raptors.
Meanwhile, the Raptors were narrowly defeated by the Chicago Bulls on the road. Despite putting up an impressive performance, the former NBA champions were humbled by an incredible DeMar DeRozan, who scored 11 points in the fourth quarter to take the Bulls to victory. The Raptors will now hope to keep that setback aside and give return to winning ways the Pacers at home.
Indiana Pacers Injury Report
The Indiana Pacers received some great news this week, as their star player Caris LeVert returned to training. However, he is listed as questionable for this game, and will likely be a game-time decision. Meanwhile, TJ Warren and Kelan Martin remain out to the injury.
Toronto Raptors Injury Report
Pascal Siakam and Yuta Watanabe are the only players for the Raptors who are out of this game against the Wizards.
Indiana Pacers vs Toronto Raptors: Predicted Lineups
Indiana Pacers
The Indiana Pacers will hope to adopt a similar lineup they have been using since the start of the season.
Chris Duarte and Malcolm Brogdon will likely play on the backcourt. The duo has been sensational for the Pacers, and will look to continue their brilliance against the Raptors. Domantas Sabonis and Justin Holiday could feature in the frontcourt, while Myles Turner plays at center.
Toronto Raptors
The Toronto Raptors will have Fred VanVleet and Gary Trent Jr. take positions in the backcourt. Rookie Scottie Barnes has been phenomenal so far, and could play on the frontcourt alongside OG Anunoby. Precious Achiuwa should once again start at center for the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday.
Indiana Pacers vs Toronto Raptors: Predicted Starting 5s
Indiana Pacers
Point Guard - Malcolm Brogdon; Shooting Guard - Chris Duarte; Small Forward - Justin Holiday; Power Forward - Domantas Sabonis; Center - Myles Turner.
Toronto Raptors
Point Guard - Fred VanVleet; Shooting Guard - Gary Trent Jr.; Small Forward - Scottie Barnes; Power Forward - OG Anunoby; Center - Precious Achiuwa.
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