While the Indiana Pacers managed to lead most of the way in their 121-116 win over the Detroit Pistons, much of that time was spent withstanding Detroit pushes and runs, getting big play from the Pacers to secure their first three-game winning streak of the season.
Six times in the first half the Pacers pushed their lead to nine or more points, but each time they had to withstand a Detroit push. Both teams shot exceptionally well in the first half, making it easy for both teams to pile up the points as Indiana would head into the locker room with a solid, but uneasy 66-60 lead.