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The Indiana Pacers dominated the Chicago Bulls 145–126 on April 1 at the United Center, delivering a decisive road victory that exceeded the Vegas total of 246.5 points. Pascal Siakam led Indiana with 25 points, while Edmond Thompson added 24 in a balanced offensive attack. The Pacers shot an efficient 56.9 percent from the field and knocked down 20 three-pointers, controlling the pace with 49 assists against just 13 turnovers. Chicago's G. Yabusele (20 points) and Collin Sexton (18 points) could not keep pace as the Bulls shot 48.5 percent and made only 13 threes while committing 20 turnovers. Indiana's suffocating defense held Chicago to a 110.1 offensive rating, and the Pacers' second quarter proved decisive—outscoring the Bulls 44–33 to establish command. The 19-point margin reflects Indiana's superior ball movement and three-point volume, positioning them as a serious postseason threat.
