Pacers host Timberwolves, riding four-game win streak
The Indiana Pacers will face the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday in Indianapolis. The Pacers are currently on a four-game winning streak and have a strong home record of 23 wins and 10 losses. They average 116.6 points per game and have outscored their opponents by an average of 1.3 points. The Timberwolves have a record of 20 wins and 15 losses when playing away. Their recent performance shows they have won 8 of their last 10 games, averaging 123.8 points per game. Minnesota has struggled in close games, with a 10-11 record in matches decided by 3 points or fewer. Tyrese Haliburton leads the Pacers with an average of 18.4 points and 9.1 assists per game. Anthony Edwards is a standout for the Timberwolves, scoring an average of 27.5 points, along with 5.8 rebounds and 4.6 assists. Both teams have strong shooting percentages. The Pacers make 48.9% of their shots, while the Timberwolves shoot 46.4%. The Pacers will be without Isaiah Jackson, who is out for the season due to a calf injury, while the Timberwolves have no injuries listed.