Indiana Pacers Playoffs 2027
Indiana Pacers 2027 playoff page. The Pacers are 0-0, 4th in the Central with a 0 point differential. If the season ended today they would be the No. 8 seed in the East (play-in, magic number 83).
Next up: away at the New Orleans Pelicans (0-0) on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 8:00 PM EDT. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.000 record, including 18 games against teams currently in playoff position.
Pacers Playoff Outlook
Next game
at 
New Orleans Pelicans (0-0)
What it takes
Magic number 83: any combination of Pacers wins and New York Knicks losses adding up to 83 clinches a berth.
Remaining schedule
24 games left · opponents’ record 0.000 · 18 vs current playoff teams
Central Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Conf | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Chicago Bulls | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 2 |  Cleveland Cavaliers | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 3 |  Detroit Pistons | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 4 | Indiana Pacers | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 5 |  Milwaukee Bucks | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
Projected Path to NBA Finals
- First Round: at #1 Atlanta Hawks
- Semis: likely at #1 Atlanta Hawks
- Conf. Finals: East title game, higher seed hosts
- NBA Finals: Home arena of the team with the better record, Jun 3, 2027
Season Trend
Pacers Playoff Push: 2026-27 Recent Results and Upcoming Games
| # | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | at Pelicans #9 | 0-0 | ||
| 2 | vs  Mavericks #1 | 0-0 | ||
| 3 | at  Nets #3 | 0-0 | ||
| 4 | at Bucks #10 | 0-0 | ||
| 5 | vs  76ers | 0-0 | ||
| 6 | at  Heat #9 | 0-0 | ||
| 7 | vs Nets #3 | 0-0 | ||
| 8 | vs  Hawks #1 | 0-0 | ||
| 9 | at  Grizzlies #7 | 0-0 | ||
| 10 | vs  Nuggets #2 | 0-0 | ||
| 11 | at Mavericks #1 | 0-0 | ||
| 12 | vs  Wizards | 0-0 | ||
| 13 | vs  Knicks | 0-0 | ||
| 14 | at 76ers | 0-0 | ||
| 15 | vs  Rockets #4 | 0-0 | ||
| 16 | at Knicks | 0-0 | ||
| 17 | vs  Thunder #10 | 0-0 | ||
| 18 | at Cavaliers #6 | 0-0 | ||
| 19 | at Bulls #5 | 0-0 | ||
| 20 | at Cavaliers #6 | 0-0 | ||
| 21 | vs 76ers | 0-0 | ||
| 22 | at Hawks #1 | 0-0 | ||
| 23 | vs Pistons #7 | 0-0 | ||
| 24 | vs  Warriors #3 | 0-0 |
This Indiana Pacers playoffs page refreshes after every Pacers game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the East playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Indiana Pacers playoffs FAQ
Are the Indiana Pacers in the 2027 playoffs?
As of today, yes: they hold the No. 8 seed in the East, with a magic number of 83 to clinch.
What seed would the Pacers be?
No. 8 in the East (play-in).
Who leads the Central?
Chicago Bulls (0-0); the Pacers are 4th.
When is the next Pacers game?
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 8:00 PM EDT, away at the New Orleans Pelicans.
How hard is the Pacers remaining schedule?
24 games left against opponents with a combined 0.000 record; 18 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Pacers clinch a playoff spot?
Win the Central, or finish with one of the five best records among East non-division-winners. Current magic number: 83.
What is the Pacers record at home and on the road?
0-0 at home, 0-0 away; 0-0 in the division and 0-0 in the conference.