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Pacers Aim to Extend Winning Streak Against Visiting Miami Heat

As the Indiana Pacers prepare to host the Miami Heat at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, fans can anticipate a thrilling encounter. The Pacers have been on an impressive run, showcasing their dominance in recent games. Their last outing against the Brooklyn Nets ended in a resounding 133-111 victory, marking their 43rd win of the season against 33 losses. This performance was characterized by a robust offensive display with a true shooting percentage of 60 percent and an effective field goal percentage of 58 percent.


MIAMI, FL - DECEMBER 2: Jaime Jaquez Jr. #11 of the Miami Heat shoots the ball during the game against the Indiana Pacers on December 2, 2023 at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida. 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 the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images)

The team's efficiency game score stood at an outstanding 120.0, bolstered by their ability to capitalize on fast breaks where they scored 23 points at a conversion rate of 77 percent. Additionally, they dominated points in the paint with a staggering total of 70 points.


Prior to this victory, the Pacers secured another win over the Los Angeles Lakers with a scoreline of 109-90. This game saw them maintain control for most of the duration, leading for over forty minutes and achieving their biggest lead at twenty-one points. Their defensive prowess was evident as they held their opponents to just ninety points while posting an efficiency game score of ninety-seven.


MIAMI, FL - DECEMBER 2: Jimmy Butler #22 of the Miami Heat celebrates during the game against the Indiana Pacers on December 2, 2023 at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida. 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 the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images)

However, it's worth noting that before these two wins, Indiana faced defeat against Chicago Bulls with a scoreline that read unfavorably at ninety-nine to one hundred twenty-five for Indiana. Despite this setback and ending up on the losing side after leading for nearly six minutes only during that contest, Indiana has shown resilience and bounced back effectively.


As we look ahead to facing Miami Heat – who will be coming into this matchup looking for success away from home – it is crucial for Indiana Pacers fans to rally behind their team as they seek another victory on home turf.


MIAMI, FL - DECEMBER 2: Orlando Robinson #25 of the Miami Heat shoots the ball during the game against the Indiana Pacers on December 2, 2023 at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida. 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 the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images)

The upcoming clash is scheduled for April seventh at five o'clock Eastern Time (ET) and will be broadcasted live on BSIN and BSSUN networks from Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

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