In a high-scoring spectacle, the Indiana Pacers (9-6) secured a decisive 136-113 victory over the struggling Detroit Pistons (2-14), led by Tyrese Haliburton’s impressive 26 points and 10 assists.
The Pacers, undefeated in East Group A play with a 4-0 record, earned the right to host the quarterfinal home game in the NBA In-Season Tournament on December 4 or 5.
Despite facing first-half foul trouble, Myles Turner’s authoritative 23 points, 10 rebounds, and five blocks in the final quarter ensured the Pacers’ dominance.
The Pistons, now on a 13-game losing streak after starting the season 2-1, succumbed to pressure in the fourth quarter, committing six turnovers.
Buddy Hield continued his impressive form, scoring 18 points and making a significant impact in the lineup.
The Pacers displayed depth, with seven players scoring at least 15 points, including notable contributions from Obi Toppin and Bennedict Mathurin, who each scored 15.
Cade Cunningham led the Pistons in scoring with 31 points, while Jaden Ivey added 25, but their efforts weren’t enough to overcome the Pacers’ fourth-quarter surge.
