The Indiana Pacers defeated the Washington Wizards 119–86 in an NBA Cup matchup that brought together two of the league’s struggling teams. The Pacers dominated both ends of the court, showing better offensive execution and defensive consistency throughout the game.
Indiana showed solid ball movement, creating open looks and capitalizing on fast breaks. In contrast, Washington’s offensive rhythm faltered under defensive pressure, and second-chance opportunities were rare due to poor rebounding positions.
“It was a complete team effort tonight,” said a Pacers representative postgame, emphasizing their balanced scoring and defensive energy.
The Pacers’ victory improved their record while highlighting the Wizards' ongoing challenges in finding offensive consistency and defensive cohesion.
Indiana secured a convincing 119–86 win over Washington with cohesive play and strong defense, underscoring the Wizards’ continued struggles this season.