Pacers vs Pistons start time, where to watch, injury report, betting odds October 23rd

The Indiana Pacers open their 2024-25 season on Wednesday night with a Central Division clash against the Detroit Pistons. The Pacers hit the road for the opener, marking the first time since 2021 that they have opened the season on the road.

Indiana begins a season with expectations, which hasn't been the case in a long time. After reaching the Eastern Conference Finals last season, most assume the Pacers could at least make the playoffs again and make another breakthrough. Detroit, meanwhile, is trying to return to competence.

“They rank fourth in the NBA in preseason defensive efficiency…they're going to be physical and make it very difficult,” Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said of the PIstons.

Information about viewing and betting

Tip: 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Location: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, Michigan

Where to watch: NBA League Pass, FanDuel Sports Network Indiana, FanDuel Sports Network Detroit

Spread and Over/Under: The Pacers are the favorites as they are currently -4.5 in the DraftKings Sportsbook. The over/under for the game is 235.

Pacers vs. Pistons injury report

The Pacers listed center Isaiah Jackson (right groin strain) as questionable. Quenton Jackson, Tristen Newton and Enrique Freeman are questionable due to their status on two-way contracts.

The Pistons had Bobi Klintman (bruised right calf) and Ausar Thompson (return to competitive conditioning) out.

Star player

Tyrese Haliburton: The Pacers' All-NBA point guard averaged 20.1 points and 10.9 assists per game last season.

Pascal Siakam: The two-time All-Star averaged 21.3 points and 7.8 rebounds per game for the Pacers last year.

Cade Cunningham: The former All-Rookie Team guard averaged 22.7 points and 7.5 assists per game for the losing Pistons during the 2023-24 season.