Indiana Pacers vs Houston Rockets (02-02-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The big league is going to witness another exciting matchup as the Indiana Pacers clash with the Houston Rockets. The match will tip off at 7:00 pm ET on Monday. The Indiana Pacers have previously won 13 out of the 49 games. Tyrese Haliburton has been sidelined this season due to his Achilles injury. Their team is significantly counting on players such as Andrew Nembhard and Aaron Nesmith.

As for the Houston Rockets, they have previously won 30 matches out of the 47 played. With players like Amen Thompson and Jabari Smith Jr., the team has a higher chance of securing their names in the walls of victory. However, Kevin Durant has been sidelined due to injuries. From the expected lineup to their injury reports, here is everything you need to know about tonight’s clash between the Indiana Pacers and the Houston Rockets.

Indiana Pacers vs Houston Rockets - When and Where to Watch the Game

The Indiana Pacers will host the Houston Rockets at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. The match will tip off at 7:00 p.m. ET on Monday, February 2, 2026, exclusively on FDSIN and SCHN. Additionally, Fubo and Prime Video will stream the match for all online users.

Indiana Pacers vs Houston Rockets - Expected Starting Lineups

Indiana Pacers

• Andrew Nembhard (PG)
• Benedict Mathurin (SG)
• Aaron Nesmith (SF)
• Jarace Walker (PF)
• Pascal Siakam (C)

Houston Rockets

• Amen Thompson (PG)
• Tari Eason (SG)
• Josh Okogie (SF)
• Jabari Smith Jr. (PF)
• Alperen Sengun C)

Indiana Pacers vs Houston Rockets - Injury Report

Indiana Pacers

• Tyrese Haliburton - OUT (Acl)
• Obi Toppin - OUT (foot)

Houston Rockets

• Kevin Durant - OUT (ankle)
• Steven Adams - OUT (ankle)
• Fred VanVleet - OUT (Acl)

Indiana Pacers vs Houston Rockets - Game Prediction

This season, the Indiana Pacers have scored 218.5 points in 35 out of their 49 games. However, the Houston Rockets have scored the same number of points while playing in 24 out of 47 games in total, so the game favors them. The Pacers boast an impressive roster, featuring standout players such as Pascal Siakam and Andrew Nembhard. Siakam has delivered 23.8 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 4.0 assists per game this season. However, Nembhard has averaged 17.6 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 7.5 assists per game.

The Houston Rockets, on the other hand, have efficient players like Amen Thompson and Jabari Smith Jr. Thompson has averaged 18.2 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 5.5 assists per game this season, while helping the team one step closer to the finale. Smith Jr., on the other hand, delivered 15.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game.


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