Philadelphia 76ers Look to End 3-Game Skid Against Indiana Pacers

76ers aim to bounce back from recent losses as they face the struggling Pacers in Indianapolis.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 9:18am

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The Philadelphia 76ers, currently eighth in the Eastern Conference, will travel to Indianapolis to take on the 14th-place Indiana Pacers on Friday night. The 76ers are looking to snap a three-game losing streak, while the Pacers have struggled this season with a 19-61 record.

Why it matters

This matchup is important for the 76ers as they try to solidify their playoff positioning in the Eastern Conference. A win over the Pacers could help them regain momentum and confidence heading into the final stretch of the regular season.

The details

The 76ers have been led by Tyrese Maxey, who is averaging 28.3 points per game. The Pacers have been paced by Andrew Nembhard, who is putting up 16.9 points and 7.7 assists per contest. In their previous meeting on February 25, the 76ers defeated the Pacers 135-114, with Maxey scoring 32 points.

  • The game will tip off at 7:30 p.m. EDT on Friday, April 10, 2026.
  • The teams have faced each other three times so far this season, with the 76ers holding a 2-1 advantage.

The players

Tyrese Maxey

The 76ers' leading scorer, averaging 28.3 points per game.

Andrew Nembhard

The Pacers' top scorer, averaging 16.9 points and 7.7 assists per game.

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What they’re saying

“We must come out with a sense of urgency and focus to end this losing streak. Every game is crucial at this point in the season.”

— Doc Rivers, Head Coach, Philadelphia 76ers

“We're going to give it our all against a tough opponent like the 76ers. It's an opportunity for us to play spoiler and gain some momentum heading into the offseason.”

— Rick Carlisle, Head Coach, Indiana Pacers

What’s next

The 76ers will look to build on a win against the Pacers as they continue their push for a higher playoff seed in the Eastern Conference. The Pacers, meanwhile, will aim to play spoiler and gain some positive momentum heading into the offseason.

The takeaway

This game represents an important opportunity for the 76ers to get back on track and solidify their playoff positioning, while the Pacers hope to play the role of spoiler and end their season on a high note.