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Golden State Warriors Narrowly Outpaced by Pacers at Chase Center in Close Contest

In a closely contested game at the Chase Center, the Golden State Warriors fell to the Indiana Pacers with a final score of 112-104. The home team's record now stands at 13-12, while the Pacers improved to 13-11.


SAN FRANCISCO, CA - DECEMBER 5: Buddy Hield #24 of the Indiana Pacers handles the ball during the game against the Golden State Warriors on December 5, 2022 at Chase Center in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2022 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Warriors started off trailing in the first quarter, scoring only 21 points compared to the Pacers' commanding 34. However, they picked up momentum in the second quarter with an additional 29 points and continued their effort into the third quarter by adding another 31 points. Despite their best efforts and closing out with 23 points in the fourth quarter, it wasn't enough to secure a victory.


The home team showcased resilience throughout, particularly from their bench which contributed a notable 33 points. The Warriors also demonstrated efficiency from behind-the-line shooting nearly 30 percent from three-point range and making good on nearly four out of every five free throw attempts for an impressive free throw percentage of approximately 79 percent.


SAN FRANCISCO, CA - DECEMBER 5: Buddy Hield #24 of the Indiana Pacers drives to the basket during the game against the Golden State Warriors on December 5, 2022 at Chase Center in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2022 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)

Defensively, Golden State managed six blocks and matched that number in steals but ultimately struggled to contain Indiana's offense which tallied up an effective field goal percentage of about 56 percent. The visitors also capitalized on second-chance opportunities scoring an impressive total of sixteen second-chance points.


Despite being outrebounded by ten boards overall with Indiana grabbing sixty-two rebounds over Golden State's fifty-two, both teams were neck-and-neck when it came to assists each tallying twenty-six for their respective squads. In terms of turnovers, however, Golden State maintained better control over possession giving up twelve turnovers against Indiana's seventeen.


SAN FRANCISCO, CA - DECEMBER 5: Buddy Hield #24 of the Indiana Pacers drives to the basket during the game against the Golden State Warriors on December 5, 2022 at Chase Center in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2022 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)

The lead changed hands eight times during this intense matchup as both teams fought hard for dominance on court; however it was ultimately Indiana who spent more time leading – over forty minutes – compared to just over two minutes for Golden State.


Looking ahead after this tough loss at home court fans can catch next action when Golden State Warriors travel face Utah Jazz Delta Center located Salt Lake City December eighth scheduled tip-off is set two o'clock morning Eastern Time broadcast will be available through SportsNet RM NBCS-BA channels respectively ensuring fans won't miss moment live coverage as season progresses onward without missing beat excitement continues build each game played across league calendar year-round entertainment basketball enthusiasts everywhere enjoy watching unfold before eyes whether attending person or tuning via television internet streaming services available worldwide audience consumption enjoyment alike regardless location timezone difference may exist between viewers players alike all part global community loves sport dearly holds dear hearts minds many around world today tomorrow future generations come remember moments like these shared together collectively experience joy sorrow triumph defeat everything else comes along journey life itself truly remarkable thing behold indeed!

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