nba Game Recap
Pacers vs Hornets Final: 127-118 - Recap
The Pacers got a 24-point performance from Bennedict Mathurin, who added 12 rebounds as Indiana ran past Charlotte 127-118 on Wednesday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
The Pacers were a +1.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 238.0.
Pascal Siakam had 22 points for Indiana and Jay Huff chipped in with 20 points. T.J. McConnell had 8 assists for the Pacers, while Bennedict Mathurin was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
The Hornets got a 28-point performance from Kon Knueppel, who was supported by 25 points from Miles Bridges. LaMelo Ball had 9 assists in a losing cause for Charlotte, while Moussa Diabate grabbed 12 rebounds.
The Pacers hit the break winning 70-54 before taking care of business in the second half.
Charlotte had a 48-43 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Indiana takes its act on the road to face Cleveland looking for another win. For Charlotte, they head home to face Los Angeles.