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In a display of offensive firepower and defensive tenacity, the Indiana Pacers emerged victorious against the Dallas Mavericks with a final score of 133-111. The Pacers now boast a record of 33-25, while the Mavericks stand at 33-24 for the season.

<img src="/imgproxy/AeC1XsHzVSPui55pWPeg6CSrCLBOiMEDtug5aqO6SrU/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlLzg4M2VmM2Y2Y2ZjZTYyMjY0YzI0YWY5MWY3NmI5Njc2LmpwZWc=?image_id=e5600ff4-657a-41b3-a145-1055b950f8cd" alt="INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 25: Bennedict Mathurin #00 of the Indiana Pacers grabs a rebound during the game against the Dallas Mavericks on February 25, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 2024 NBAE (Photo by Ron Hoskins/NBAE via Getty Images)" title="INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 25: Bennedict Mathurin #00 of the Indiana Pacers grabs a rebound during the game against the Dallas Mavericks on February 25, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 2024 NBAE (Photo by Ron Hoskins/NBAE via Getty Images)" /> The home team's performance was nothing short of spectacular as they led for over half an hour and achieved their largest lead of 22 points. The Pacers' offense was in full swing as they shot an impressive 56 percent from the field and an exceptional 88 percent from the free-throw line. Their three-point attempts were also noteworthy, converting at a rate of 39 percent.

The bench played a significant role in this victory, contributing a substantial 42 points to the team's total. Furthermore, Indiana capitalized on turnovers by scoring 24 points off Dallas' mistakes. In terms of rebounds, the Pacers outperformed their opponents with a total count of 53 compared to the Mavericks' 42.

<img src="/imgproxy/R4Rg_e5Og9EIIyNHdNB9X-ND5YIecLne5Stxlwc9v4M/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlL2QwNmQ2NTMzNTA4M2IyOGE0ZDdkZWMxMTA0NmVmYzc2LmpwZWc=?image_id=f12f172a-3e2b-4212-baca-818acff72d5e" alt="INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 25: T.J. McConnell #9 of the Indiana Pacers shoots the ball during the game against the Dallas Mavericks on February 25, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 2024 NBAE (Photo by Ron Hoskins/NBAE via Getty Images)" title="INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 25: T.J. McConnell #9 of the Indiana Pacers shoots the ball during the game against the Dallas Mavericks on February 25, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 2024 NBAE (Photo by Ron Hoskins/NBAE via Getty Images)" /> Defensively, Indiana made its presence felt by stealing the ball on twelve occasions and keeping Dallas to just seven fast break points. The defensive effort contributed to limiting Dallas' shooting percentage to only 47 percent from the field.

On individual performances, it was clear that teamwork played an essential part in this win for Indiana as evidenced by their remarkable tally of assists which stood at thirty-eight — more than double that of Dallas’ fifteen assists.

<img src="/imgproxy/ZRNfeDDeKCE3VheQx4Y8LzFI1wEuE4sTQgG7HCsklFU/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlLzZiM2E5MTkyMDY4Mjc3NmRkYzRiYTc4YmMxMmI4ODBjLmpwZw==?image_id=57c368d6-fd7a-4606-8f7d-3b4350063173" alt="INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - FEBRUARY 25: Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks steals the ball from Ben Sheppard #26 of the Indiana Pacers during the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on February 25, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)" title="INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - FEBRUARY 25: Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks steals the ball from Ben Sheppard #26 of the Indiana Pacers during the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on February 25, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)" /> Looking ahead, fans can catch their next game when they host Toronto Raptors at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on February 26th at around seven o'clock Eastern Time. This encounter will be broadcasted across various networks including NBA TV and BSIN for those who prefer television viewing or TSN for Canadian audiences.

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