The Indiana Pacers show mixed results as after 2+ consecutive losses. Since 2014, they're 220-220-1 against the spread—a 0.0% win rate with an ROI of -4.5%. While not a strong standalone angle, this data provides valuable context when combined with other factors.

⚖ Neutral
Record220-220-1
Win Rate0.0%
Sample Size441 games
ROI-4.5%
Units Won-20.0u
Time Period2014-2024

Year-by-Year Performance

SeasonRecordWin %ROI
201424-18-10.0%+9.1%
201513-22-00.0%-29.1%
201611-19-00.0%-30.0%
201721-23-00.0%-8.9%
201823-18-00.0%+7.1%
201919-17-00.0%+0.8%
202019-19-00.0%-4.5%
202129-20-00.0%+13.0%
202216-17-00.0%-7.4%
202316-23-00.0%-21.7%
202429-24-00.0%+4.5%

Why This Trend Exists

The Pacers' neutral performance after consecutive losses reveals a franchise caught between resilience and inconsistency. Indiana's organizational culture has historically emphasized mental toughness and systematic basketball, traits that prevent complete collapses but don't necessarily fuel dramatic bouncebacks. The team's coaching philosophy under various regimes has focused on steady execution rather than emotional swings, creating a pattern where they avoid catastrophic losing streaks without generating the urgency needed to consistently cover spreads in bounce-back spots. Indiana's roster construction often features veteran leadership and role players who understand their limitations, leading to measured responses rather than desperate overcompensations after losses. This creates betting value in specific situations where the market overreacts to their recent struggles, expecting either continued decline or dramatic improvement that rarely materializes. The psychological makeup of Pacers teams tends toward steady professionalism rather than volatile emotional responses. They're neither prone to panic selling nor explosive rebounds, making them difficult to predict in traditional "fade or follow" scenarios after losses. This trend matters most during mid-season stretches when playoff positioning becomes clearer, as the Pacers' measured approach to adversity becomes more pronounced when stakes are defined but not desperate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Indiana Pacers's ATS record as after 2+ consecutive losses?

The Indiana Pacers have a 220-220-1 ATS record when playing after 2+ consecutive losses from 2014-2024. This represents a 50.0% ATS win rate over 441 games in this situation.

Is betting on the Indiana Pacers as after 2+ consecutive losses profitable?

No, betting on the Indiana Pacers after 2+ consecutive losses is not profitable with a -4.5% ROI. Despite the even ATS record, the negative return indicates consistent losses due to juice/vig.

How does this compare to the league average?

This performance is essentially at league average for ATS betting, as the 50.0% win rate matches typical expectations. However, the -4.5% ROI reflects the standard cost of betting against the spread.

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Methodology

All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.