Pacers Defeat Timberwolves 119-103 for Fifth Straight Win

The Indiana Pacers secured a 119-103 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, marking their fifth consecutive win and keeping them in contention for the Eastern Conference's No. 4 seed. Tyrese Haliburton led the Pacers with 24 points and 11 assists, achieving his 11th double-double in a row, while Obi Toppin contributed 20 points with six 3-pointers. Indiana dominated the third quarter, hitting nine 3-pointers and building a 21-point lead, and maintained their advantage through solid defense, forcing Minnesota into 17 turnovers. The Timberwolves, led by Naz Reid's 20 points, have struggled recently, winning only once since a seven-game winning streak was snapped. Indiana's performance is notable as they completed four out of five games on their homestand with this victory. The Pacers will face the Los Angeles Lakers next, while Minnesota aims to bounce back against Phoenix.