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The Indiana Pacers edged the Chicago Bulls 113–110 on January 28 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in a low-scoring affair that fell well short of the 235.5 Vegas total. Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 20 points while Andre Nembhard added 18, as Indiana's defense held the Bulls to 47.7 percent shooting despite Chicago's 47 rebounds. The Pacers' fourth-quarter explosion proved decisive—they outscored the Bulls 37–25 in the final frame to secure the narrow victory, though Indiana shot just 44.7 percent from the field and committed only six turnovers compared to Chicago's 11. Nikola Vučević paced the Bulls with 25 points and Matas Buzelis contributed 20, but Chicago's 11 turnovers and defensive rating of 117.7 proved costly. Indiana's 15 three-pointers and 30 assists showcased efficient spacing, while the Pacers' defensive rating of 112.3 underscored their ability to tighten up when it mattered. The result keeps Indiana competitive in the Eastern Conference race as Chicago seeks to stem a tight margin in the playoff picture.
