Pascal Siakam (Indiana Pacers) Over 24.5 Points + Rebounds (-179)
Odds available at draftkings at time of publishingAs the Pacers gear up to face the Hornets, all eyes should be on Pascal Siakam. His recent form has been nothing short of impressive, averaging 24.6 points and 7 rebounds over his last five games. When you take a closer look at his away performances, those numbers slightly tick up to 24.8 points and 4.6 rebounds, indicating he's comfortable on the road. Against the Hornets, he's proven to be a consistent force, with an average of 25 points per game in their recent matchups, along with a solid 7.2 rebounds. With an overall hit rate of 8 out of his last 10 games and 5 of 6 away, betting on Siakam to surpass that 24.5 mark feels like a smart play. The stats suggest he's not just likely to hit the over; he could easily exceed it, making this a compelling wager for Friday's showdown.