Minnesota Timberwolves at Indiana Pacers

Pacers' Ball Movement Fuels Third-Quarter Swing

IND separated itself with sharper shooting and a major playmaking advantage, finishing at 53% from the field while producing 39 assists to MIN's 22. The third quarter provided the biggest period-level separation, with IND outscoring MIN 38-26 and producing an 8-0 run from 8:36 to 6:58. Aaron Nesmith scored 19 points for IND.

Final score: Minnesota Timberwolves 112, Indiana Pacers 123. Primary win factor: Playmaking.