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Siakam & Mathurin Lead Pacers Past Struggling Bulls
6 Dec
Summary
- Pascal Siakam scored 36 points and Bennedict Mathurin added 28.
- Indiana halted a two-game skid, Bulls lost sixth straight.
- Pacers efficiency overcame Bulls' turnover struggles.
The Indiana Pacers secured a decisive 120-105 win against the Chicago Bulls on Friday night, fueled by a dominant performance from Pascal Siakam and Bennedict Mathurin. Siakam posted 36 points and 10 rebounds, while Mathurin contributed 28 points, leading the Pacers to end a two-game slide. Chicago, conversely, continued their struggles, extending their season-high losing streak to six games.
Indiana's offensive efficiency, shooting 53.6% compared to Chicago's 44.2%, was a key factor. The Pacers established a significant lead in the third quarter, although the Bulls managed to rally, closing the gap to three points. However, Indiana responded with strong ball movement and tenacious defense, ultimately widening the margin.
Despite the Bulls winning the rebounding battle, they were plagued by 18 turnovers. Coby White led Chicago with 22 points, and Matas Buzelis added a double-double. This victory marks Indiana's seventh win in their last eleven matchups against the Bulls, further solidifying their recent dominance in the series.
