Pacers eliminate in second round of NCAA Tournament

The Pacers ended their NCAA Tournament run in the second round, finishing the season with a record of 24-9. Rhyjon Blackwell led the team with 22 points, while Jalen McCoy contributed 17 points and seven rebounds. The game was competitive, with the Pacers holding a lead for much of the first half. However, they fell behind in the second half and were unable to regain the lead after the 10:39 mark. Despite a strong effort, including 19 successful free throws, the Pacers could not overcome the Bears in the final minutes. The team had a slight edge in rebounds but struggled to maintain their earlier momentum.