INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Pacers delivered one of their most convincing performances of the season, defeating the Miami Heat 123–99 on January 10, 2026, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
The Pacers set the tone early, racing to a 36–18 lead in the first quarter and never looking back. Their hot shooting and balanced attack overwhelmed Miami, who struggled to find rhythm offensively and missed their first 11 three‑point attempts.
🔑 Key Performances
Indiana was led by Andrew Nembhard, who scored a season‑high 29 points and added nine assists. Micah Potter provided a spark off the bench with 14 points, including four three‑pointers, while rookie Jarace Walker chipped in 13 points and showcased his defensive versatility.
For Miami, Tyler Herro led the way with 21 points, seven rebounds, and four assists. Jaime Jaquez Jr. added 16 points, and Bam Adebayo finished with 13 points and nine rebounds, but the Heat never threatened after falling behind early.
📊 Team Comparison
Pacers: 47.8% shooting, 17 made threes, 28 assists, only 9 turnovers.
Heat: 39.1% shooting, 40 rebounds, 18 assists, 14 turnovers.
🏀 Context
The victory improved Indiana’s record to 8–31, marking their first back‑to‑back wins in weeks. Miami dropped to 20–18, losing three of their last four games.
Head coach Rick Carlisle praised his team’s energy and execution, noting that the Pacers’ ball movement and perimeter shooting were decisive. Miami coach Erik Spoelstra acknowledged his team’s struggles, emphasizing the need to regroup as the season heads into its second half.
🔎 Looking Ahead
The Pacers will look to build momentum from this win as they continue their homestand. The Heat, meanwhile, face questions about consistency and depth as they try to stay competitive in the Eastern Conference playoff race.
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