Pacers struggles vs 76ers: rebounding and turnovers costly
The Indiana Pacers had a rough night vs the Philadelphia 76ers, losing 118-114 in overtime. The game featured two critical areas where the Pacers faltered: rebounding and turnovers. Despite shooting better from the field and beyond the arc than previous outings, the Pacers couldn’t capitalize due to their high-level possession battle issues.
Rebounding Woes
Rebounding was a significant problem for the Pacers. The 76ers dominated the offensive glass, securing 20 offensive rebounds compared to the Pacers total of 37 rebounds. This disparity allowed the 76ers to take 14 more shots, creating an almost insurmountable advantage. Andre Drummond was a force with 17 rebounds, continuing his trend of outplaying Myles Turner in this aspect. The Pacers inability to control the boards was a key factor in their loss as second-chance points heavily favored the 76ers.
Turnover Troubles
Turnovers were another area where the Pacers struggled. Although they matched the 76ers with 19 turnovers each, the timing and nature of these turnovers were crushing. Many were live ball giveaways, leading to easy points for the 76ers. The Pacers inability to protect the ball, especially in crucial moments, contributed to their downfall. Tyrese Haliburton and Andrew Nembhard were among those who committed costly turnovers, highlighting the need for better ball security.
Despite these challenges, there were glimpses of the Pacers potential. Haliburton found his scoring rhythm, and the team showed flashes of their identity from last season. However, consistency remains an issue. The Pacers need to address these fundamental problems to turn their season around, especially with a challenging schedule ahead.
For more insights and a deeper dive into the Pacers performance, tune into the Locked On Pacers podcast for this and much more.
Other Topics in Today’s Locked On Pacers Podcast:
- Analysis of Tyrese Haliburton’s scoring and overall performance
- The impact of the Pacers pace and style of play
- Rick Carlisle’s comments on team dynamics and strategy
- Upcoming challenges in the Pacers schedule and what to expect
