Indianaoplis, IN– Aaron Nesmith had a career-best performance, scoring 27 points, while Pascal Siakam added 20, leading the Indiana Pacers to a 127-112 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Sunday night.
Nesmith, a fifth-year guard who made his return in January after missing 30 games due to an ankle injury, was on fire from beyond the arc, hitting 6 of 11 three-pointers. He was particularly effective in the third quarter, scoring 13 of his points with three of those shots from deep.
Tyrese Haliburton recorded his fifth consecutive double-double, contributing 17 points and 12 assists. The Pacers outscored the Bulls 32-20 in the final quarter, with all five of their starters finishing in double digits.
Coby White led the Bulls with 26 points, including 20 in the first half. Josh Giddey and Matas Buzelis each chipped in 18 points.
Takeaways
- Bulls: Despite having more wins on the road (13) than at home (11), Chicago’s away record dropped to 13-16. The team can score in spurts but continues to struggle defensively.
- Pacers: With a 18-7 record in 2025, Indiana improved to 19-10 at home. Nesmith’s strong performance adds another scoring threat to a team already known for its offense.
Key Moment
Nesmith hit three consecutive 3-pointers during the third quarter, pushing the Pacers’ lead to its largest of the game at 90-79.
Key Stat
Indiana’s bench outscored Chicago’s 11-4 to begin the fourth quarter, giving the Pacers a commanding 106-96 advantage.
Up Next
The Bulls will host Cleveland on Tuesday, while the Pacers will face Houston on the same night.
