Indiana Pacers Clinch Top-Four Spot in Eastern Conference with Thrilling Victory
Source: news.source.manilatimes
The Indiana Pacers secured a top-four seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs after defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 114-112. Tyrese Haliburton led the charge with 23 points, including a crucial eight points in the fourth quarter, while Aaron Nesmith contributed 22 points. This victory marks the Pacers' sixth consecutive win and ensures home-court advantage in the playoffs for the first time since 2014, bringing them close to their first 50-win season since 2013-14.
Key Points
Indiana Pacers defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 114-112.
Tyrese Haliburton scored 23 points, with eight in the fourth quarter.
Aaron Nesmith contributed 22 points to the win.
The victory secured the Pacers a top-four seed in the Eastern Conference.
This marks the Pacers' sixth straight win and their first home-court advantage in the playoffs since 2014.
The Pacers are close to achieving their first 50-win season since 2013-14.
