3 Winners and 1 Loser in Pacers' Win Against the Magic on Wednesday
Winners
Tyrese Haliburton
Haliburton was the driving force behind the Pacers' win, finishing with 23 points, 11 assists, and 7 rebounds. He was efficient from the field, shooting 9-of-16, and he also hit three 3-pointers. Haliburton's all-around performance was key in helping the Pacers secure the victory.
Buddy Hield
Hield was another key contributor for the Pacers, scoring 22 points on 8-of-16 shooting. He also hit four 3-pointers and grabbed 6 rebounds. Hield's shooting helped the Pacers keep pace with the Magic, and he also made some key plays down the stretch.
Jalen Smith
Smith was a force on the boards for the Pacers, finishing with 13 rebounds to go along with his 14 points. He was also a factor defensively, blocking two shots. Smith's rebounding helped the Pacers control the tempo of the game, and his defense was a key factor in limiting the Magic's scoring.
Loser
Paolo Banchero
Banchero was the only Magic player to score in double figures, finishing with 23 points. However, he shot just 8-of-20 from the field and was a non-factor in the second half. Banchero's struggles were a big reason why the Magic were unable to keep pace with the Pacers.