Bennedict Mathurin delivered a stellar performance, scoring 30 points off the bench, guiding the Indiana Pacers (13-8) to a 131-123 victory over the struggling Detroit Pistons (2-21) on Monday night.
In a remarkable display of teamwork, Tyrese Haliburton contributed with 14 points and an impressive 16 assists, showcasing the Pacers’ resilience after their recent loss in the NBA In-Season Tournament final against the Los Angeles Lakers.
The defeat extends Detroit’s losing streak to a staggering 20 games, marking a new low in the franchise’s history and equalling the NBA’s longest single-season slide since the 2020-21 Houston Rockets.
Miles Turner played a significant role in the Pacers’ success, adding 23 points to the scoreboard.
Despite the Pistons’ efforts, led by Cade Cunningham’s 23 points and Ausar Thompson’s 20, the Pacers maintained control throughout the game.
