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The Indiana Pacers dominated the Washington Wizards 119–86 on November 28 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, delivering a defensive masterclass that held the visitors to a 39.3 field-goal percentage and forced 17 turnovers. Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 24 points while Bennedict Mathurin added 20, as Indiana shot 52.2 percent from the field and made 13 three-pointers to establish control early. The Pacers' second quarter proved decisive, outscoring Washington 34–28 to build separation, then pulled away in the fourth with a 25-point frame that underscored their defensive dominance. Indiana's 120.5 offensive rating and 87.0 defensive rating reflected their suffocating approach, while the Wizards managed only 87.0 points on offense despite Aaroh Sarr's 24 points and a 50-rebound effort on the glass. The combined 205 points fell well short of the 240.5 Vegas total, signaling a defensive grind that favored the home team's execution. The Pacers' 27 assists and 9 steals showcased their ball movement and pressure defense, positioning Indiana as a formidable force in the Eastern Conference standings.
