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Indiana Defeats Milwaukee 120-98 - Recap
Indiana cruised to victory on Thursday, running Milwaukee out of the gym and running up a 120-98 score at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Bettors who backed the Pacers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -6.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 217.5.
Indiana got 21 points from Obi Toppin and another 20 points from T.J. McConnell. Tyrese Haliburton contributed 10 assists, while Obi Toppin cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Milwaukee got 28 points from Damian Lillard in a losing cause and another 20 points from Bobby Portis. Patrick Beverley contributed 5 assists for the Bucks, while Bobby Portis had 15 rebounds.
Indiana led at halftime, 59-47.
Indiana had a 44-40 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.