Though just one game, the Indiana Pacers made good on their fresh start against the Brooklyn Nets, topping them in a 140-131 offensive showcase. The Pacers led for most of the night, never trailing in the second half, but the Nets did not go quietly, fighting back against every Indiana run, hitting timely threes and being excellent from the free throw line.
The Nets finished shooting 47.9% for the game, but shot over 50% in the first half, which may be a major issue for the Pacers as they move forward this season. There was little in the way of resistance at times from the Pacers, but the Nets did well to make shots.