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The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Indiana Pacers 134–119 on March 21 at Frost Bank Center, with D. Harper and K. Johnson each scoring 24 points to lead the home side. San Antonio's balanced offensive attack was evident in their 54.6 percent field-goal efficiency and 13 three-pointers made, while holding Indiana to a 121 offensive rating despite the Pacers' 38 assists. The Spurs' second quarter proved decisive, as they managed only 24 points but suffocated Indiana's offense with strong perimeter defense, forcing the Pacers into difficult looks. Indiana's A. Nembhard paced the visitors with 25 points and J. Walker added 21, yet the Pacers' 16 made threes couldn't overcome a 49–26 rebounding disadvantage that proved critical on both ends. San Antonio's 132 offensive rating and 121 defensive rating underscored their two-way control, with the final margin exceeding the under on a 235.5 Vegas total. The victory solidifies the Spurs' standing in a competitive conference race.
