PREVIEW: The Brooklyn Nets (0-7) will try to end a seven-game losing streak when they visit the Indiana Pacers (1-6) on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse as 6.5-point underdogs. Brooklyn has been bludgeoned by opponents throughout the season, with the league's worst defense allowing 128.5 points per 100 possessions—six points worse than any other team. The Nets rank 24th in attacking the rim while allowing the 25th-most shots at the basket on defense, suggesting they struggle both offensively and defensively in the paint. After falling to Minnesota 125-109, Cameron Thomas led the effort with 25 points, though the Timberwolves' depth proved too much even without Anthony Edwards available. Indiana enters this matchup equally desperate for wins despite holding the slight edge in record. The Pacers narrowly lost to Milwaukee 117-115, with Pascal Siakam delivering 32 points and eight assists in a competitive battle decided by Giannis Antetokounmpo's buzzer-beater. While Indiana demonstrates strong defensive rebounding (ranked 2nd) and maintains a low turnover rate (3rd), they rank dead last in forcing opponent turnovers and struggle defensively against shots in the paint. The Pacers face significant injury challenges with nine players sidelined, including star guard Tyrese Haliburton. Siakam has emerged as the team's anchor, posting career-best numbers of 26.0 points, 8.4 rebounds and 5.3 assists per game through the early season.