Pascal Siakam’s dominant performance with 36 points and 10 rebounds, coupled with Dennis Schroder’s 26-point contribution, guided the Toronto Raptors (7-8) to a thrilling 132-131 win over the Indiana Pacers (8-6) on Wednesday night.
Scottie Barnes, with a crucial go-ahead dunk in the final seconds, sealed the Raptors’ victory in a game marked by lead changes and high-scoring action.
Barnes showcased his versatility with 20 points and 11 rebounds, making a significant impact on both ends of the court.
Buddy Hield, attempting a potential game-winning 3-pointer with 1.2 seconds left, couldn’t connect, finishing with an impressive 31 points, including seven successful 3-pointers.
Tyrese Haliburton had a standout performance for the Pacers with 33 points and 16 assists, contributing significantly to the intense matchup.
The Pacers, coming off a record-setting scoring performance against the Atlanta Hawks, faced a well-prepared Raptors team keen on limiting their fast-paced style.
Missing key players due to injuries, both teams showcased depth and resilience. Indiana guard Andrew Nembhard sat out his third consecutive game with a sore lower back, while Raptors forward Precious Achiuwa was sidelined with a sore right knee.
