Can the Pacers Maintain Momentum After Outpacing the Grizzlies at Gainbridge Fieldhouse?
In a closely contested battle at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, the Indiana Pacers emerged victorious over the Memphis Grizzlies with a final score of 116-110. The Pacers improved their season record to 27-20, while the Grizzlies fell to 18-28.
The game was marked by several lead changes and both teams were tied ten times throughout the contest. The Indiana Pacers showcased their offensive capabilities by leading for over 26 minutes of game time and achieving their largest lead of 12 points. Their scoring was particularly effective in the third quarter where they racked up an impressive 41 points, which proved pivotal in securing their win.
The home team's shooting accuracy was on display as they hit 49 percent from the field on a total of 90 attempts and maintained an impressive three-point percentage of 37 with thirteen successful shots from beyond the arc. The free throw line also favored them, converting at a remarkable rate of 94 percent.
Defensively, Indiana managed to block six shots and outrebounded Memphis with a total rebound count of 46 compared to Memphis's total rebounds at just under that number. Steals were another area where Indiana excelled, recording eight takeaways during the game.
Indiana's bench made significant contributions adding up to an impressive tally of bench points. Meanwhile, points in paint were also dominated by Indiana as they scored more than half their field goals within this zone.
On Memphis's side, despite being outscored overall, they put up a valiant effort with solid shooting percentages across various categories including two-pointers (52 percent) and three-pointers (37 percent). They led for nearly eighteen minutes but couldn't maintain control against a determined Pacers squad.
As for individual performances from both sides that stood out: one player from each team managed to achieve double-digit scores in most unanswered points during separate runs in play; these moments underscored how competitive this matchup was until its last seconds ticked away.
Looking ahead after this hard-fought victory, fans can catch The Indiana Pacers next when they face off against Boston Celtics at TD Garden on January 30th at around half-past seven o'clock Eastern Time. This upcoming match will be broadcast nationally on TNT channel number two hundred forty-five and locally for home viewers on NBCS-BOS channel six hundred thirty.