The Indiana Pacers rolled up the Milwaukee Bucks in the first half, closing the first two quarters on a 49-12 run that put them ahead 62-31. The first half play was impressive for a number of reasons, not the least of which to do with how the Pacers dug in defensively. After a quick start by the Bucks (rather, a quick start by Giannis Antetokounmpo), the Pacers held Milwaukee to just 29% shooting for the first half, forcing 11 turnovers along the way.
As the Pacers forced Milwaukee into empty possessions, they turned it into points on their end, outscoring Milwaukee 17-0 in fast break points in the first half.