Yes, the Pacers have struggled a bit recently in games #3 (SU losses to the Bucks, Cavs, and Knicks) but the situation we have on Wednesday night I believe should override those concerns. The Pacers are nearly as strong as OKC in bouncing back after a loss, as they haven't dropped 2 games in a row since March 10 and have yet to lose consecutive games throughout this post-season (4-0 SU/ATS - SU win margin of 18ppg).
Note that OKC is an imperfect 0-7 ATS in its playoff games away from the friendly confines of Paycom Center, which includes straight-up losses to Minnesota and Denver, and a near-outright loss to lowly Memphis. OKC may be the best team in the league, but they can be beaten. Additionally, the Thunder are a meager 2-8 SU/ATS on the road in the playoffs off a win of more than 10 points vs. a foe coming off a SU loss. Can we make it 2-9 SU/ATS on Wednesday night at Gainbridge? I think we can at least grab the cover, but I'll be plunking down a bit of cigarette cash on the money-line (+185) to boot. BOL to all players!