Looking to win three straight games for the first time this season, the Pacers took a 66-60 lead over the Los Angeles Lakers into halftime on Wednesday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Myles Turner scored five early points to help Indiana jump out to an early 9-4 lead. The Lakers rallied to tie the game at 11, but Caris LeVert and Chris Duarte combined for six straight points from there to give the Blue & Gold a lead they would maintain for the remainder of the opening quarter.
The hosts continued to extend their lead, with Duarte leading the way.