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The Golden State Warriors dominated the Indiana Pacers 114–83 at Chase Center on November 9, with J. Butler III leading the way on 21 points and W. Richard adding 15 in a decisive home victory. Golden State's defense suffocated Indiana throughout, holding the Pacers to just 34 percent shooting while forcing 20 turnovers; the Warriors' 110.4 offensive rating and 79.2 defensive rating underscored their control of the contest. Despite shooting only 43.2 percent themselves, the Warriors made 12 three-pointers and dominated the fourth quarter 39–18, extending a comfortable lead into a blowout. Indiana's A. Nembhard (14 points) and J. Walker (12 points) couldn't spark any offensive rhythm, and the Pacers' 53 rebounds couldn't compensate for their turnover woes and shooting struggles. The 31-point margin reflects a complete performance disparity, with Golden State's 11 steals and relentless pace wearing down a Pacers team that managed only 79.2 points per 100 possessions. The Warriors' fourth-quarter explosion suggests strong form heading forward, while Indiana faces urgent questions about ball security and offensive consistency.
