Pacers vs Nets: Final Regular-Season Clash

Preview

On April 9, 2026, the Indiana Pacers (18‑61) travel to Brooklyn’s Barclays Center to face the Nets (20‑59). Both clubs are locked near the bottom of the Eastern Conference, but the outcome could affect draft positioning. The Nets look to extend a two‑game winning streak, while the Pacers hope to snap a three‑game slide.

Recent Meeting

The teams split their earlier meetings, with Indiana prevailing 115‑110 on Feb 11. Jarace Walker led the Pacers with 23 points, and Kam Jones sealed the win with a jump‑shot in the final 16 seconds.

Injuries and Lineups

Brooklyn’s two‑way forward EJ Liddell posted a career‑best 21 points, and rookie guard Nolan Traoré added 19. Indiana enters the game after a 124‑104 loss to Minnesota, hampered by a slew of injuries that have limited its rotation.

How to Watch

The matchup will be televised locally on the YES Network and streamed via NBA League Pass, ESPN+, and the NBA’s official app. Fans can also catch live audio on the teams’ radio affiliates.