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Oklahoma City defeated Indiana 141–135 on October 23 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in a high-scoring affair that saw the Thunder's offensive efficiency overcome a late Pacers surge. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way with 55 points, while teammate Aaron Mitchell added 26 points as OKC shot 45.3 percent from the field and made 10 three-pointers. Indiana's Bennedict Mathurin and Pascal Siakam combined for 68 points, with Mathurin dropping 36, but the Pacers' 43.8 percent shooting and 14 turnovers proved costly despite grabbing 55 rebounds. The Thunder's superior offensive rating of 115.2 to Indiana's 107.5 reflected the difference in execution; Oklahoma City also dominated the glass with 60 rebounds. After a tight first half, the Thunder outscored the Pacers 32–22 in the fourth quarter to secure the road victory and improve their early-season form.
