Final Score: Lakers 127 - Pacers 120
Wednesday, January 2, 1980 at 7:00 PM ET

Lakers @ Pacers

NBA model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lakers
28-13 Rating 1683
Form: WLWWW
Model Probability
61%
39%
Projected margin: Los Angeles Lakers +1.1
Pacers
17-21 Rating 1450
Form: LWWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lakers Pacers
All-time wins 11 2
Last 5 meetings 5 0
Average points 116.3 106.2
Last meeting 127 104

Key Season Stats

Stat Lakers Pacers
Games played 41 38
Avg points scored 115.3 109.4
Avg points conceded 111.2 111.7
Win percentage 68% 45%
Away win % / Home win % 47% 71%