Thunder vs. Pacers: Injury Report and Match Preview for March 29, 2025

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The Oklahoma City Thunder (61-12) are set to host the Indiana Pacers (43-30) on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET. The Thunder, currently the best team in the NBA, enter this game on an eight-game winning streak.

Meanwhile, the Pacers are coming off a historic 162-point performance against the Washington Wizards. Both teams aim to continue their momentum, but injuries could play a crucial role in the outcome.

Pacers Injury Report
The Pacers will be without keyguard Bennedict Mathurin, who is out with a calf injury. Mathurin's absence could impact Indiana's scoring depth, as he has been a vital contributor. Isaiah Jackson (Achilles) is also ruled out, further weakening the Pacers' frontcourt.

In addition, the Pacers have several players on G League assignments. RayJ Dennis and Enrique Freeman are listed as doubtful, while Quenton Jackson is probable. These players may not be significant factors, but their availability could affect Indiana's rotation depth.

Thunder Injury Report

The Thunder have a few notable injuries. Alex Caruso (back) and Jaylin Williams (hip) are questionable. Caruso is a key defensive player, and his absence would be a blow to OKC's perimeter defense.

Ousmane Dieng (calf), Alex Ducas (quad), Ajay Mitchell (toe), Nikola Topic (knee), and Aaron Wiggins (Achilles) are all ruled out.
However, Isaiah Hartenstein (nasal fracture) has been cleared to play, which is a boost for Oklahoma City's frontcourt.

Game Outlook
Despite some injuries, both teams have their stars available. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will lead the Thunder, while Tyrese Haliburton and Myles Turner will look to guide the Pacers. Oklahoma City has been nearly unbeatable at home and will be favorites to extend their winning streak.

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Indiana, however, will try to pull off an upset and prove they can compete with the league's elite. Whether they succeed will depend on their ability to overcome injuries and maintain their recent offensive firepower.