We don’t subscribe to betting on a team solely because they are in a “must-win” scenario, as it’s not entirely uncommon to see teams in this situation lose, but it is always something you want to be aware of and incorporate into the handicapping process.

Tonight’s Indiana Pacers - Charlotte Bobcats matchup falls in the “must-win” category for the Pacers. They are trying to chase down the final playoff spot in the East, as they trail Atlanta by two games, with three to go.

Indiana is an 8.5-point favorite tonight, against a Charlotte team that isn’t that good. Indiana is 5-1 straight up in their last six games vs. Charlotte at this venue.

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