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The Pacers head into Sunday’s home game against Brooklyn on a three-game losing streak, still short-handed and searching for a complete 48-minute performance. Their improved 3-point shooting couldn’t offset Miami’s frontcourt dominance and control of the third quarter. A win over the Nets is the immediate priority as Indiana opens its November schedule.

By the Numbers
  • Indiana made more than 45% of its 37 3-point attempts against Miami.
  • Miami scored more than 30 points in every quarter.
  • Giannis Antetokounmpo: 31 points, 18 rebounds and 10 assists.
  • Bam Adebayo: 27 points and 9 rebounds; Klay Thompson: 25 points and 7-of-12 from 3-point range.
Yes, But

Indiana’s perimeter shooting was a bright spot, but it wasn’t enough to overcome a depleted rotation or Miami’s scoring punch. The Pacers cut a 21-point deficit to 15 with reserves, yet struggled to build on that effort in the fourth quarter.

State of Play
  • Indiana hosts Brooklyn Sunday, then welcomes Atlanta Monday for a back-to-back.
  • Tyrese Haliburton, TJ McConnell, Ivica Zubac, Johnny Furphy and Ben Sheppard are listed out; Obi Toppin is questionable and Aaron Nesmith is probable.
  • McConnell and Furphy were assigned to the Noblesville Boom for workouts; Furphy is expected to be limited to drills.
What’s Next

The Pacers will try to end the skid against the Nets, with availability still subject to change as the team manages its injuries. Atlanta follows Monday, giving Indiana two quick chances to regain momentum at home.

Bottom Line

Better 3-point shooting is a start, not a solution: Indiana needs a more complete team effort—and healthier bodies—to turn promising stretches into wins.