After early-season struggles, the Pacers offense is focusing more on efficiency than pace. While I’m sure they will say that was the plan all along, the language describing their intent has definitely changed from pushing the pace to being more efficient.
The adjustment worked against the Bulls but will be challenged at Charlotte against the Hornets on Monday. As we learned from Doug Branson, the Hornets have struggled in the first half of games, but have ambushed opponents after the half en route to their 4-1 record.
A quick look at the numbers confirms the Hornets 3Q success in convincing fashion.