The Indiana Pacers are preparing to face the Miami Heat for the second time in three days, aiming for redemption after a recent defeat. The Heat will be without their star player, Jimmy Butler, who is sidelined due to an ankle injury, marking his fourth consecutive absence.

Despite Butler's absence, the Pacers have struggled against the Heat, suffering a significant loss in their last matchup. The Pacers are also dealing with injuries, missing key players Aaron Nesmith and Andrew Nembhard, which adds to their challenges as they seek to end a two-game losing streak at home.