The success of the Indiana Pacers recently has been hung on their defense. Their offense has been below average in a number of games, but their ability to grind out games has helped push them to wins in four of their last five games. Tonight against the Charlotte Hornets however, went in the opposite direction.
The Hornets hit seven threes in the first quarter, but led by only three. The Pacers were able to stay in the game thanks to their own offense, which featured tremendous ball movement, giving them 17 assists in their first 20 field goals.