The Phoenix Suns are set to tip off against the Indiana Pacers on Thursday, Nov. 13, in the second game of a back-to-back.
The Suns (7-5) are riding a four-game winning streak that began last Thursday against the Los Angeles Clippers.
Conversely, the Pacers (1-10), have lost five games in a row. Their only win of the season occurred Nov. 1 against the Golden State Warriors.
Star point guard Tyrese Haliburton remains sidelined as he rehabs from an Achilles tear. Benedict Mathurin, Kam Jones, Johnny Furphy, Quenton Jackson and Obi Toppin are all listed as “out” for Indiana as well, leaving Pascal Siakam (24.6 points per game) to shoulder the load.
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For the Suns, Jalen Green remains out with a hamstring injury. He’ll reportedly be reevaluated in 4-6 weeks.
Can the Suns extend their win streak to five straight against a cellar-dwelling Pacers team?
Here’s how fans can tune in.
What channel is the Suns vs Pacers game on? How to watch on TV
Fans in the Phoenix area can tune in to the local broadcast via Arizona’s Family, Channel 3, to watch the game against the Pacers.
The game will also be available to NBA League Pass customers.
Fans in Indiana can tune in via FanDuel Sports Network.
What time does the Suns vs Pacers game start?
Tipoff for the game is scheduled for 7 p.m. MST.
What’s the all-time matchup record between the Suns and Pacers?
Entering Thursday’s game, the Suns hold the advantage in the all-time matchup against the Pacers. Phoenix is 55-46 against Indiana.
Suns vs Pacers prediction
The Suns are on a hot streak of late — albeit mostly against teams that are rebuilding, dealing with injuries or a mix of both.
The Pacers have been listless this season without Haliburton, as they’ve managed only one win.
Phoenix has to be careful not to fall into a trap game here as a back-to-back against a 1-10 opponent. That being said, their ball movement and 3-point shooting should allow them to stave off an Indiana team that ranks within the bottom 10 in the league defensively.
Prediction: Suns win 117-98