NBA · Final

Trail Blazers Edge Pacers in Competitive Matchup

Portland Trail Blazers34-36

127

Indiana Pacers15-55

119

Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Gainbridge Fieldhouse

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Quick answers

Who won Portland Trail Blazers vs Indiana Pacers?

Portland Trail Blazers beat Indiana Pacers 127-119 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on March 18, 2026.

Who was favored in Portland Trail Blazers vs Indiana Pacers?

Portland Trail Blazers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -675 (about 87% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, the Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Indiana Pacers 127-119 on March 18, 2026. This victory extends the Trail Blazers’ dominance over the Pacers in their season series, now leading 3-0 after winning all three encounters this season. The Trail Blazers have proven to be a challenging opponent for the Pacers, having previously won 131-111 just days earlier on March 9, 2026, and 112-89 on February 5, 2025.

The Trail Blazers entered the game with a record of 34-36, having gone 5-5 in their last ten games, and riding a one-game winning streak following a victory against the Brooklyn Nets. They averaged 110.9 points scored while allowing 110.8 points during this stretch. In contrast, the Pacers struggled significantly, holding a dismal record of 15-55 and failing to win any of their last ten games, averaging just 109.2 points scored while allowing 125.5 points. The Pacers have not won a game since February 27, 2026, and their current losing streak stands at ten games.

Playing at home, the Pacers have a record of 0-4 in their last four games, while the Trail Blazers have a more favorable away record of 3-4 in their last seven games. The disparity in their recent form was evident as the game progressed, with the Trail Blazers capitalizing on their scoring opportunities and maintaining a steady offensive output.

In terms of injuries, the Pacers were missing Johnny Furphy due to a knee issue, while Tyrese Haliburton was listed as day-to-day with an Achilles injury. For the Trail Blazers, Shaedon Sharpe was out with a knee injury, while both Ja Morant (elbow) and Damian Lillard (Achilles) were also day-to-day. The absence of key players on both sides added an extra layer of intrigue to the matchup.

The betting market reflected the expectations for this game, with DraftKings listing the Trail Blazers as 11.5-point favorites, indicating a strong belief in their ability to win decisively. The total points line was set at 233.5, suggesting an anticipated high-scoring affair.

As the game unfolded, the fourth quarter proved pivotal. Key scoring plays included a 24-foot three-point jumper from Taelon Peter, assisted by Jalen Slawson, which helped the Trail Blazers maintain their lead. Kobe Brown also made a significant contribution with a 26-foot running jump shot, keeping the pressure on the Pacers. The Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija was instrumental in the closing moments, converting free throws that pushed the score to 125-119.

Despite the Pacers' efforts, including a two-point shot from Jalen Slawson, they could not close the gap sufficiently. The final minutes saw the Trail Blazers secure their victory with free throws from Jerami Grant, sealing the game at 127-119.

Overall, this matchup highlighted the stark contrast between the two teams' current trajectories, with the Trail Blazers looking to solidify their playoff positioning while the Pacers continue to search for answers in a challenging season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	POR -11.5	233.5 o -108 / u -112	Portland Trail Blazers -675 · Indiana Pacers +490

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Injury report

Tyrese HaliburtonDay-To-DayAchillesIndiana Pacers
Johnny FurphyOutKneeIndiana Pacers
Shaedon SharpeOutKneePortland Trail Blazers
Ja MorantDay-To-DayElbowPortland Trail Blazers
Damian LillardDay-To-DayAchillesPortland Trail Blazers

Leaders

PointsIvica Zubac18Indiana Pacers
AssistsT.J. McConnell10Indiana Pacers
ReboundsIvica Zubac8Indiana Pacers
PointsDeni Avdija32Portland Trail Blazers
AssistsJrue Holiday8Portland Trail Blazers
ReboundsDonovan Clingan13Portland Trail Blazers

Recent form

Indiana Pacers

Last 10: 0-10Streak L10109.2 scored · 125.5 allowed per game0-4 at home

L110-136at New York KnicksMar 17
L123-134at Milwaukee BucksMar 15
L92-101vs New York KnicksMar 13
L108-123vs Phoenix SunsMar 12
L109-114at Sacramento KingsMar 11
L111-131at Portland Trail BlazersMar 9
L117-128at Los Angeles LakersMar 7
L107-130at LA ClippersMar 5
L106-125vs Memphis GrizzliesMar 1
L109-133vs Charlotte HornetsFeb 27

Portland Trail Blazers

Last 10: 5-5Streak W1110.9 scored · 110.8 allowed per game3-4 away

W114-95at Brooklyn NetsMar 16
L103-109at Philadelphia 76ersMar 15
W124-114vs Utah JazzMar 14
L101-103vs Charlotte HornetsMar 11
W131-111vs Indiana PacersMar 9
L99-106at Houston RocketsMar 7
W122-114at Memphis GrizzliesMar 5
L101-135at Atlanta HawksMar 1
L93-109at Charlotte HornetsFeb 28
W121-112at Chicago BullsFeb 27

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Oklahoma City	-	18	L2	.780	64
Denver	10	28	W12	.659	54
Minnesota	15	33	W2	.598	49
Portland	22	40	W2	.512	42
Utah	42	60	L1	.268	22
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	Portland Trail Blazers	Indiana Pacers
Field goals	45-101	46-91
Field goal %	45	51
Three-pointers	16-46	12-27
Three-point %	35	44
Free throws	21-26	15-17
Free throw %	81	88
Rebounds	52	39
Offensive rebounds	22	10
Defensive rebounds	30	29
Assists	32	32
Steals	5	9
Blocks	7	7
Turnovers	13	11
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	9	9
Fast-break points	8	17
Points in the paint	54	50
Fouls	16	24
Largest lead	22	0
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	98	0

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter91-73Aaron Nesmith makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter91-74Aaron Nesmith makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter93-74Toumani Camara makes 1-foot layup (Jrue Holiday assists)
3rd Quarter95-74Toumani Camara makes driving layup
3rd Quarter95-76Jay Huff makes layup (Quenton Jackson assists)
3rd Quarter97-76Scoot Henderson makes 2-foot two point shot (Toumani Camara assists)
3rd Quarter97-79Kobe Brown makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jay Huff assists)
3rd Quarter100-79Kris Murray makes 25-foot three point jumper (Sidy Cissoko assists)
3rd Quarter100-81Ivica Zubac makes 7-foot two point shot (T.J. McConnell assists)
3rd Quarter103-81Matisse Thybulle makes 27-foot three point jumper (Scoot Henderson assists)
3rd Quarter103-83T.J. McConnell makes 1-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter103-84T.J. McConnell makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter105-84Scoot Henderson makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot
3rd Quarter105-86Ivica Zubac makes tip shot
4th Quarter108-86Donovan Clingan makes 25-foot three point jumper (Scoot Henderson assists)
4th Quarter108-88Quenton Jackson makes two point shot (Jalen Slawson assists)
4th Quarter108-90Jalen Slawson makes 1-foot running dunk (Quenton Jackson assists)
4th Quarter108-93Ben Sheppard makes 27-foot running jump shot (Quenton Jackson assists)
4th Quarter108-96Ben Sheppard makes 28-foot running pullup jump shot
4th Quarter110-96Jerami Grant makes 3-foot two point shot (Scoot Henderson assists)
4th Quarter110-98Jay Huff makes 17-foot pullup jump shot (Quenton Jackson assists)
4th Quarter112-98Jrue Holiday makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Kris Murray assists)
4th Quarter115-98Jrue Holiday makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jerami Grant assists)
4th Quarter115-101Taelon Peter makes 29-foot three point jumper (Jalen Slawson assists)
4th Quarter115-103Taelon Peter makes dunk (Kam Jones assists)
4th Quarter116-103Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter116-106Jarace Walker makes 26-foot three pointer
4th Quarter117-106Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter117-108Jalen Slawson makes 12-foot two point shot (Jarace Walker assists)
4th Quarter117-109Jalen Slawson makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter120-109Toumani Camara makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jrue Holiday assists)
4th Quarter120-111Taelon Peter makes 1-foot two point shot
4th Quarter120-114Taelon Peter makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jalen Slawson assists)
4th Quarter120-117Kobe Brown makes 26-foot running jump shot (Jalen Slawson assists)
4th Quarter123-117Jrue Holiday makes 22-foot three point jumper (Deni Avdija assists)
4th Quarter124-117Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter125-117Deni Avdija makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter125-119Jalen Slawson makes 2-foot two point shot (Kam Jones assists)
4th Quarter126-119Jerami Grant makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter127-119Jerami Grant makes free throw 2 of 2