Pacers vs Thunder Betting Insights: Strong Interest in Indiana
As the NBA Finals approach, bets are flowing heavily towards the Indiana Pacers despite being the underdogs against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Insights from sportsbook directors reveal growing interest in Pacers' odds.
An intriguing matchup in the NBA Finals is drawing significant betting interest, particularly in the Indiana Pacers despite them entering the finals as the underdogs against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Game 1 is set for Thursday at 8 p.m. ET, and the betting trends are pointing towards a strong inclination toward the Pacers. Johnny Avello, who oversees the sportsbook operations at DraftKings, noted:
“It’s the odds of the series, making people think it’s gonna turn off the bettors. But it’s not. We’re taking a lot of Pacers money on the series, and we’ve taken a lot of Pacers money the last six weeks.”
For context, Oklahoma City is currently a hefty -700 favorite, meaning a $700 bet would only yield a $100 profit, while the Pacers, at +500, would reward a $100 wager with a $500 payout should they win.
Avello highlights:
“It’s a different look. But nevertheless, it’s the NBA Finals, and it’ll write big business.”
The betting landscape for this Finals series is shaping up to provide numerous opportunities, including favorable betting options for those placing bets on the heavily favored Thunder as well. As the series kicks off this Thursday, expect an intensifying betting atmosphere as both sides engage in pursuing favorable odds.
