Pascal Siakam led the Indiana Pacers with 31 points in their 133-116 victory against the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday night. Myles Turner contributed 24 points and seven rebounds, aiding the Pacers in securing their sixth win in their last seven away games. Tyrese Haliburton also performed well, tallying 21 points and nine assists.
Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle praised the team’s performance, highlighting Myles Turner’s standout play. He also commended the synergy between Tyrese and Pascal, emphasizing its importance.
The Clippers suffered their fifth consecutive home loss despite 26 points each from Kawhi Leonard and Paul George, and 14 points and seven assists from Russell Westbrook, who returned after a 12-game absence due to a hand injury.
Clippers head coach Ty Lue emphasized the need for consistent effort and execution to break their slump, stressing the importance of playing hard throughout every game.
After a disappointing loss to the Lakers the previous day, the Pacers were determined to bounce back. They tightened their defense in the second half, limiting the Clippers’ three-point shooting while capitalizing on their own opportunities from beyond the arc.
Indiana received unexpected contributions from Ben Sheppard and rookie Jarace Walker, who stepped up in the absence of Aaron Nesmith. Walker’s performance, in particular, earned praise from Carlisle for his all-around impact on the game.
The Clippers, unable to recover from their recent defeat to Philadelphia, faced tough questions about their identity and toughness. James Harden acknowledged the team’s struggle to define themselves, while Lue highlighted the need for mental and physical toughness going forward.
Westbrook’s return provided a boost for the Clippers, injecting energy off the bench and contributing to Norman Powell’s offensive output. Despite the loss, Lue expressed optimism about Westbrook’s performance and its potential impact on the team’s future games.
