Bucks Defeat Pacers 111-94 in NBA Matchup
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Milwaukee Bucks 111, Indiana Pacers 94, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Milwaukee Bucks vs Indiana Pacers?
Milwaukee Bucks beat Indiana Pacers 111-94 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on December 23, 2025.
Who was favored in Milwaukee Bucks vs Indiana Pacers?
Milwaukee Bucks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -112 (about 53% implied). The favorite won.
The Milwaukee Bucks secured a decisive 111-94 victory against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. This win extends Milwaukee's lead in the series, now at 3-0 against Indiana this season. The Bucks, with an away record of 12-18, came into the game looking to break a three-game losing streak, while the Pacers, struggling with a home record of 6-24, were seeking to end a five-game losing streak.
In their last ten games, the Pacers have recorded a record of 3-7, averaging 108.9 points scored per game while allowing 114.9. Their recent form has seen them lose their last five games, scoring an average of 102.2 points and allowing 113.6 points in that stretch. In contrast, the Bucks have also struggled, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games and an average of 108.0 points scored against 113.7 allowed. They too have faced challenges recently, losing their last three games.
At home, the Pacers have managed to win only 2 of their last 6 games, while the Bucks have fared better on the road, with a 3-2 record in their last five away games. The Pacers' inability to secure wins at home has been a significant factor in their overall record this season.
The recent head-to-head meetings have favored the Bucks, who now lead the series 3-0 this season and have won 4 of the last 5 encounters against the Pacers. In their previous meeting on November 4, 2025, the Bucks edged out the Pacers with a close score of 117-115. The Pacers' last victory over the Bucks was on March 11, 2025, where they won 115-114.
In terms of injuries, the Pacers were without Johnny Furphy, who is out due to a knee issue, and Tyrese Haliburton, who is listed as day-to-day with an Achilles injury. The Bucks had Kevin Porter Jr. also listed as day-to-day with a knee issue, which could have impacted their performance.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Bucks favored by 1.5 points with a total set at 216.5. The odds for the Bucks to cover the spread were -115, while the Pacers were at -108 for the money line. The conditions during the game were typical for an indoor basketball matchup, with no significant weather factors affecting play.
As the game unfolded, the Bucks showcased their offensive prowess, particularly in the fourth quarter, where they pulled away decisively. Key scoring plays included a 27-foot three-point step-back jumper from Kevin Porter Jr. and a 23-foot three-point jumper from Cole Anthony, which capped off the scoring for the Bucks. The Pacers struggled to keep pace, ultimately falling short as they continued to grapple with their recent form.
Overall, this game highlighted the Bucks' ability to capitalize on their opportunities while exposing the Pacers' ongoing struggles both at home and in the league. The Pacers will need to regroup and address their issues if they hope to turn their season around.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MIL -1.5 | 216.5 o -115 / u -105 | Milwaukee Bucks -112 · Indiana Pacers -108 |
Injury report
- Tyrese HaliburtonDay-To-DayAchillesIndiana Pacers
- Johnny FurphyOutKneeIndiana Pacers
- Kevin Porter Jr.Day-To-DayKneeMilwaukee Bucks
Leaders
- PointsT.J. McConnell16Indiana Pacers
- AssistsT.J. McConnell6Indiana Pacers
- ReboundsPascal Siakam9Indiana Pacers
- PointsKevin Porter Jr.24Milwaukee Bucks
- AssistsKevin Porter Jr.5Milwaukee Bucks
- ReboundsBobby Portis9Milwaukee Bucks
Recent form
Indiana Pacers
Last 10: 3-7Streak L5108.9 scored · 114.9 allowed per game2-4 at home
- L95-103at Boston CelticsDec 23
- L109-128at New Orleans PelicansDec 21
- L113-114vs New York KnicksDec 19
- L89-108vs Washington WizardsDec 14
- L105-115at Philadelphia 76ersDec 13
- W116-105vs Sacramento KingsDec 9
- W120-105at Chicago BullsDec 6
- L120-135vs Denver NuggetsDec 4
- L119-135vs Cleveland CavaliersDec 2
- W103-101vs Chicago BullsNov 30
Milwaukee Bucks
Last 10: 3-7Streak L3108 scored · 113.7 allowed per game0-5 away
- L100-103at Minnesota TimberwolvesDec 22
- L105-111vs Toronto RaptorsDec 19
- L82-127at Brooklyn NetsDec 14
- W116-101vs Boston CelticsDec 12
- L112-124at Detroit PistonsDec 7
- L101-116vs Philadelphia 76ersDec 6
- W113-109vs Detroit PistonsDec 4
- L126-129at Washington WizardsDec 2
- W116-99vs Brooklyn NetsNov 30
- L109-118at New York KnicksNov 29
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | - | 22 | W3 | .732 | 60 |
| Cleveland | 8 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| Milwaukee | 28 | 50 | L1 | .390 | 32 |
| Chicago | 29 | 51 | L2 | .378 | 31 |
| Indiana | 41 | 63 | L2 | .232 | 19 |
Box score
| Stat | Milwaukee Bucks | Indiana Pacers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 42-82 | 33-81 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 10-30 | 8-31 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 26 |
| Free throws | 17-24 | 20-33 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 61 |
| Rebounds | 48 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 41 | 33 |
| Assists | 20 | 20 |
| Steals | 6 | 7 |
| Blocks | 7 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 52 | 40 |
| Fouls | 26 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 25 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 82 | 12 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter75-56Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter76-56Kevin Porter Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter77-56Kevin Porter Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter77-58T.J. McConnell makes 5-foot turnaround jump shot
- 3rd Quarter79-58Ryan Rollins makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter79-60James Wiseman makes layup (T.J. McConnell assists)
- 3rd Quarter81-60Bobby Portis makes 19-foot jumper (Gary Harris assists)
- 3rd Quarter84-60Ryan Rollins makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bobby Portis assists)
- 3rd Quarter84-61Quenton Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter85-61Kyle Kuzma makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter86-61Kyle Kuzma makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter86-63T.J. McConnell makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter86-65T.J. McConnell makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter86-68Jarace Walker makes 24-foot three point jumper (T.J. McConnell assists)
- 4th Quarter88-68Ryan Rollins makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter88-70T.J. McConnell makes 2-foot layup (Pascal Siakam assists)
- 4th Quarter88-72Johnny Furphy makes driving dunk
- 4th Quarter88-74Johnny Furphy makes running layup
- 4th Quarter90-74Kevin Porter Jr. makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter90-76Pascal Siakam makes 3-foot reverse layup (T.J. McConnell assists)
- 4th Quarter90-78T.J. McConnell makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter92-78Kyle Kuzma makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter95-78AJ Green makes 26-foot running jump shot (Kevin Porter Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter97-78Kevin Porter Jr. makes 3-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter97-81Pascal Siakam makes 24-foot three point jumper (Bennedict Mathurin assists)
- 4th Quarter99-81Kevin Porter Jr. makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter99-82Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter99-83Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter99-85Andrew Nembhard makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter99-86Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter99-87Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter99-90Ethan Thompson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Andrew Nembhard assists)
- 4th Quarter101-90Kevin Porter Jr. makes 9-foot two point shot (Ryan Rollins assists)
- 4th Quarter103-90Ryan Rollins makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter103-91Andrew Nembhard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter106-91Kevin Porter Jr. makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter107-91Andre Jackson Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter108-91Andre Jackson Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter108-94Kam Jones makes 27-foot three point jumper (James Wiseman assists)
- 4th Quarter111-94Cole Anthony makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ryan Rollins assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Indiana Pacers, below favours Milwaukee Bucks.
Venue
- Gainbridge FieldhouseIndianapolis, IN
- Attendance16509
- OfficialsMarat Kogut, Jacyn Goble, Danielle Scott
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