The Pacers only shot 37.2% from the floor and were behind 52-36 at the half.  Those two factors were just too much for them to overcome.

Danny Granger and Stephen Jackson led the way with 18 points apiece.  Jermaine O’Neal was productive as usual with 15 points, 11 rebounds and 3 blocked shots.  Jamaal Tinsley had a decent game with 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.  Al Harrington was tough inside with 11 points and 14 rebounds.

The Pacers fell to 7-7 after this loss.