Indiana Pacers game preview: Pacers attempt to climb Eastern Conference standings against Atlanta Hawks

The Indiana Pacers host the Atlanta Hawks for the first time of the 2022-23 season on Tuesday night. Both teams have 17 wins and are separated by .5 games in the Eastern Conference standings.

Indiana Pacers are playing against Atlanta Hawks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Tip off is at 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The Pacers' odds are +1.5, while the over/under is 236.

Indiana Pacers play Atlanta Hawks. Daniel Theis and Kendall Brown are injured. Trevelin Queen has been in the G League on a two-way contract. De'Andre Hunter and Vit Krejci are questionable for the Hawks, while Clint Capela and Jarrett Culver are out.

Tyrese Haliburton and Trae Young are the best point guards in the Eastern Conference. Buddy Hield and Dejounte Murray are good shooters and play a key role for their teams. Indiana Pacers are trying to climb Eastern conference standings against Atlanta Hawks. Aaron Nesmith is in a groove for the Indiana. Pacers wing Chris Duarte looks comfortable in return from injury.

Indiana Pacers are playing against Atlanta Hawks. Aaron Nesmith is in a groove for the Indiana Pacers. Tyrese Haliburton won't be stopped by more defensive attention. Chris Duarte looks comfortable in return vs New York Knicks.