Pacers host Nets for playoff positioning in Indiana

The Indiana Pacers are set to play against the Brooklyn Nets. The game is important for both teams as they aim for playoff spots. The Pacers have a strong record of 39 wins and 29 losses. They want to keep their home-court advantage for the playoffs. The Pacers are currently on a two-game winning streak. They recently won a close game against the Dallas Mavericks, 135-131. However, they are missing their star player, Tyrese Haliburton, due to a back injury. In that recent game, Pascal Siakam led the team with 29 points. On the other hand, the Brooklyn Nets have struggled this season, with a record of 23 wins and 46 losses. They are currently 12th in the Eastern Conference. The Nets are dealing with injuries as well, losing Cam Thomas for the season. Cameron Johnson is also out for the upcoming game against the Pacers. In their last game, the Nets lost to the Boston Celtics, 104-96. D'Angelo Russell was the top scorer for the Nets with 18 points. The Pacers and Nets have already faced each other twice this season, with each team winning one game. They will play again in Indiana on March 22.