- Matchup: Chicago Bulls vs Indiana Pacers
- Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2026
- Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN
- Broadcast: FanDuel Sports Network
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The Chicago Bulls (23-23) are set to visit Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Wednesday, aiming to secure a victory against the Indiana Pacers (11-36).
In their most recent game, the Bulls faced off against the Lakers and fell short with a score of 129-118. Chicago’s shooting was commendable, achieving a 52.4% field goal success rate (43 of 82), including 18 successful three-pointers out of 49 attempts. At the free-throw line, they converted 14 of their 18 attempts, resulting in a 77.8% success rate. The Bulls grabbed a total of 40 rebounds, five of which were offensive, and compiled 31 assists during the game while also causing 8 turnovers and securing 5 steals. Defensively, Chicago allowed their opponents to score at a 56.1% clip on 46 of 82 shooting. The Lakers contributed 26 assists and collected 7 steals while managing 35 total rebounds (3 offensive, 32 defensive). Los Angeles excelled at the charity stripe, making 21 of 29 attempts for a 72.4% conversion rate and hitting 16 out of 33 three-point shots. In total, the Bulls were called for 20 personal fouls, while the Lakers committed 15.
Coby White was a standout performer in the last game, tallying 23 points on 8 of 13 shooting. He logged 31 minutes on the court and retrieved 5 rebounds, finishing the game with an impressive shooting percentage of 61.5% and dishing out 6 assists.
Entering this matchup, Chicago holds an even win-loss record of 23-23 for the season. They average 14.2 turnovers and commit 18.7 fouls per game. As a unit, Chicago secures 45.1 rebounds per contest and has recorded a total of 1,377 assists this season, placing them 4th in the league. The Bulls are successfully draining 36.9% of their three-point attempts (674 of 1,827) and 78.5% from the free-throw line, averaging 117.9 points per game (7th in the league) on a 47.7% shooting rate from the field.
Defensively, the Bulls generate 12.4 turnovers per game while committing 18.7 fouls. They have allowed opponents to shoot 36.9% from beyond the arc and rank 26th in the league for points allowed per game (119.9). Chicago’s defense yields a field goal percentage of 47.4% (2,029 of 4,277) and gives up 44.7 rebounds per game, while ranking 24th in assists allowed with a total of 1,274.
In their last outing, the Pacers suffered a defeat against the Hawks, finalizing at 132-116. Indiana managed to collect 35 defensive rebounds and 7 offensive rebounds, totaling 42 overall. They recorded 17 turnovers, but secured 11 steals during the contest. Atlanta incurred 20 fouls, granting the Pacers 25 free-throw attempts, of which they converted 20 for an 80.0% success rate. From the three-point range, Indiana made 10 of 35 attempts (28.6%), and overall, they shot 43 of 93 from the field, achieving a rate of 46.2%. The Pacers allowed the Hawks to shoot at 50.0% (49 of 98) and were 41.9% from distance, making 18 of 43 shots. Indiana finished the game by sinking 16 of 17 free throw attempts (94.1%). In terms of rebounding, the Pacers allowed Atlanta to grab a total of 46 boards (9 offensive).
Pascal Siakam was crucial for the Pacers, hitting 8 of 21 for a field goal percentage of 38.1%, collecting 9 rebounds, scoring 26 points in 35 minutes, and providing 4 assists.
Indiana currently holds a record of 11-36 this season. They average 22.2 personal fouls per game and convert 76.5% from the free-throw line. The Pacers average 25.5 assists per game (17th in the league) and turn the ball over 14.4 times per game. They have scored 5,180 points this season (110.2 per game) while averaging 43.0 rebounds per game. Offensively, Indiana connects on 44.3% of their shots from the field, ranking 29th in the league.
Defensively, the Pacers allow 34.3% on three-point attempts (538 of 1,570) and their opponents convert 76.8% of their free throw attempts. Indiana surrenders an average of 25.2 assists and 47.1 rebounds each game, positioning them 7th and 28th in the NBA, respectively. The Pacers rank 24th in points allowed per game, giving up 118.5. They manage to force 14.1 turnovers per game while allowing opponents to shoot 48.3% from the field (25th in the league).
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NBA contest against the spread?
Prediction: Back Indiana
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