In a breathtaking offensive showcase, the Indiana Pacers (20-14) orchestrated a record-breaking performance, trouncing the Atlanta Hawks (14-20) 150-116 and extending their winning streak to six consecutive games.
Tyrese Haliburton, leading the NBA in assists with an average of 12.8 per game, played a pivotal role with 18 assists, contributing to Indiana’s franchise-record 50 assists. Haliburton also added 10 points and eight rebounds in just over 25 minutes on the court.
Myles Turner led the Pacers in scoring with 27 points, complemented by strong performances from Bennedict Mathurin (18 points), Bruce Brown (17 points), and Aaron Nesmith (15 points).
Dejounte Murray led the Hawks in scoring with 30 points, while Trae Young struggled, finishing with 13 points on 4-of-18 shooting, including a 1-of-11 performance from beyond the arc.
The Pacers played without Andrew Nembhard for the second consecutive game due to soreness in his back.
