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In a high-scoring affair at the Scotiabank Arena, the Indiana Pacers fell to the Toronto Raptors with a final score of 119-130. The Pacers now stand at 6-8 for the season, while this victory brings the Raptors to a 3-12 record. Despite a valiant effort in the fourth quarter where they outscored their opponents 37-34, it wasn't enough to overcome the deficit built up by the Raptors earlier in the game.

<img src="/imgproxy/NwYODPBtUG2abWWwoEgyyueJR1xOMKmgkAp1NkBd1fA/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlLzMyYjM1Y2U5OTU1NTBjNGQxYTFjNGE1N2UxMTI5ZDU4LmpwZw==?image_id=bb04c6d2-2682-4cd6-b952-ce94bb25bc44" alt="TORONTO, CANADA - NOVEMBER 18: Tyrese Haliburton #0 of the Indiana Pacers warms up before the game against the Toronto Raptors on November 18, 2024 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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 Vaughn Ridley/NBAE via Getty Images)" title="TORONTO, CANADA - NOVEMBER 18: Tyrese Haliburton #0 of the Indiana Pacers warms up before the game against the Toronto Raptors on November 18, 2024 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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 Vaughn Ridley/NBAE via Getty Images)" /> Pacers' Performance Highlights The Indiana Pacers showcased their resilience and fighting spirit throughout the game. Pascal Siakam led from the front with an impressive double-double, scoring 25 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. His performance was pivotal in keeping his team within striking distance throughout much of the contest. Bennedict Mathurin also stood out with his scoring prowess, leading all scorers with 28 points on an efficient shooting night that saw him make two-thirds of his three-point attempts.

T.J. McConnell 's contribution didn't go unnoticed either; he dished out seven assists while adding ten points and securing five steals, demonstrating his all-around impact on both ends of the floor. Tyrese Haliburton added another layer to Pacers' offensive efforts with 16 points and four assists but struggled from beyond the arc hitting only 22 percent of his three-point shots.

<img src="/imgproxy/sOqg30a53yj-hgTiigwV84BmIkKC4hP0B1WrDvkntnU/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlLzE2MTdiNGUwZDRlM2MyMTFlMmEwNGUzYjMwMzgxNDRlLmpwZw==?image_id=eece64ce-c1b9-4def-a8aa-9304dc49bfcc" alt="TORONTO, CANADA - NOVEMBER 18: RJ Barrett #9 of the Toronto Raptors looks on during the game against the Indiana Pacers on November 18, 2024 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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 Vaughn Ridley/NBAE via Getty Images)" title="TORONTO, CANADA - NOVEMBER 18: RJ Barrett #9 of the Toronto Raptors looks on during the game against the Indiana Pacers on November 18, 2024 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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 Vaughn Ridley/NBAE via Getty Images)" /> Raptors Take Control On their home court, The Toronto Raptors took advantage of their opportunities in transition and capitalized on turnovers created by their defense which resulted in them scoring eighteen points off turnovers compared to twenty-four by Indiana. They were particularly dominant inside, scoring sixty-six points in paint thanks largely to efficient shooting that saw them convert sixty-four percent of their two-point attempts.

Their bench contributed significantly as well, chipping in twenty-four points which helped maintain momentum when starters rested. The team's ability to draw fouls was also crucial; they attempted eight more free throws than Indiana over course game.

<img src="/imgproxy/R5zRamfGhzj2Wde9YSAMDpgzzW3wo39RNrwSMyyrSrQ/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlLzQ5ZDZmYThkNTQ5YWI2YjZmNjJiYzNkNWM2Y2QyNTAwLmpwZw==?image_id=c83273b2-98d4-4af0-91ff-e50af913d6ce" alt="TORONTO, CANADA - NOVEMBER 18: Jakob Poeltl #19 of the Toronto Raptors dunks the ball during the game against the Indiana Pacers on November 18, 2024 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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 Vaughn Ridley/NBAE via Getty Images)" title="TORONTO, CANADA - NOVEMBER 18: Jakob Poeltl #19 of the Toronto Raptors dunks the ball during the game against the Indiana Pacers on November 18, 2024 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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 Vaughn Ridley/NBAE via Getty Images)" /> Looking Ahead The Indiana Pacers will look forward to bouncing back when they visit Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on November 20th at 8:00 PM EDT. Fans can catch this upcoming match live on SCHN or FDSIN networks as both teams aim for victory early into season.

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