Home / Sports / Nesmith's Career-High Not Enough as Pacers Lose 13th Straight
Nesmith's Career-High Not Enough as Pacers Lose 13th Straight
16 Mar
Summary
- Pacers suffered 13th consecutive loss, a franchise record.
- Aaron Nesmith achieved a career-high 32 points.
- Giannis Antetokounmpo dominated with 31 points in 23 minutes.
The Milwaukee Bucks secured a 134-123 victory over the Indiana Pacers, completing their season sweep. This loss marks the Pacers' 13th consecutive defeat, setting a new franchise record for the longest losing streak.
Giannis Antetokounmpo was highly effective, scoring 31 points, grabbing 14 rebounds, and dishing out eight assists in just 23 minutes. The Pacers showed competitiveness for three quarters, but a 15-3 run by the Bucks in the fourth quarter proved decisive.
Despite the team's struggles, individual performances offered bright spots. Aaron Nesmith set a new career high with 32 points on efficient 10-of-14 shooting, including a strong first half where he scored 24 points. Jarace Walker had an explosive third quarter, scoring 14 points, and T.J. McConnell reached a career milestone with his 900th steal, also contributing 11 assists.
Ivica Zubac also made his presence felt in the paint, establishing strong positioning and drawing defensive attention. His leadership was evident when he defended a teammate during a questionable foul call. Jay Huff provided a scoring boost off the bench with 16 points.
