While the Indiana Pacers are poised for a successful 2023-24 NBA regular season, there are still some tough stretches and challenges that the team will face. Here are some key details about the Pacers' potential losses:
### Tough Stretches
The Pacers have several tough stretches on their schedule for the 2023-24 season. According to IndyStar[2], some of the toughest stretches include:
- November 10-18, 2023: Five-game road trip against the Nets, Celtics, 76ers, Heat, and Magic
- December 22-30, 2023: Five-game road trip against the Suns, Clippers, Lakers, Warriors, and Kings
- March 15-23, 2024: Five-game road trip against the Rockets, Mavericks, Pelicans, Grizzlies, and Timberwolves
These stretches will be challenging for the Pacers, as they face off against some of the top teams in the league on the road.
### Record Predictions
While the Pacers are projected to have a winning record, they will still face some losses throughout the season. According to Bleacher Report[3], the Pacers are projected to finish with a record of 49-33, which would be good for the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference. However, the team may face some unexpected losses due to injuries, fatigue, or other factors.
### Schedule Details
For a complete look at the Pacers' 2023-24 regular season schedule, fans can visit ESPN[6] or NBA.com[5]. The schedule includes dates, opponents, game times, and locations for all 82 games. Fans can use this schedule to plan their viewing and attendance of games throughout the season.
Overall, the Pacers will face some tough stretches and potential losses throughout the 2023-24 NBA regular season. However, with a talented roster and a favorable schedule, the team has the potential to make a deep playoff run and compete for a championship. Fans can follow the team's progress throughout the season and enjoy the exciting matchups along the way.
Citations:
[1]
https://youtube.com/watch?v=HwgYqw31NTg[2]
https://www.indystar.com/story/sports/nba/pacers/2023/08/17/five-things-to-know-about-the-pacers-2023-24-slate/70585414007/[3]
https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10083294-pacers-2023-24-schedule-top-games-championship-odds-and-record-predictions[4]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HwgYqw31NTg[5]
https://www.nba.com/pacers/news/indiana-pacers-announce-2023-24-regular-season-schedule[6]
https://www.espn.com/nba/team/schedule/_/name/ind