INDIANAPOLIS (Interstat) — Brandon Ingram scored 30 points and Scottie Barnes had 26 points and 13 assists as the Toronto Raptors defeated the Indiana Pacers 115-101 on Wednesday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Raptors opened with a 39-point first quarter and led by 21 at halftime before the Pacers rallied late. Indiana closed to 103-99 with 4:17 remaining, but Ingram responded with consecutive 3-pointers to secure the win. Gradey Dick added 21 points and 11 rebounds off the bench for Toronto. Pascal Siakam led Indiana with 26 points and 10 rebounds. The Raptors improved to 25-17, while the Pacers fell to 9-32. Attendance was 15,789.

INDIANAPOLIS (Interstat) — Brandon Ingram scored 30 points, including two crucial 3-pointers in the final minutes, and Scottie Barnes orchestrated the offense with 26 points and 13 assists as the Toronto Raptors defeated the Indiana Pacers 115-101 on Wednesday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Raptors seized control with a dominant first quarter, outscoring the Pacers 39-18, and then held off multiple Indiana rallies to secure their third victory over Indiana this season. Toronto improved to 25-17, while the Pacers fell to 9-32 in front of an announced crowd of 15,789. Toronto’s explosive start was fueled by efficient offense and disruptive defense. The Raptors shot 44 of 89 from the field overall, while holding Indiana to 33 of 86 shooting. The Pacers struggled mightily from beyond the arc, connecting on just 12 of 42 attempts. Indiana’s 14 offensive rebounds and 23 made free throws kept them within striking distance, but they could not overcome the early deficit. The Pacers, led by Pascal Siakam’s 26 points and 10 rebounds against his former team, chipped away throughout the second and third quarters. A 30-point second period cut Toronto’s lead to 67-48 at halftime, and Indiana continued to press in the second half. The most critical sequence of the game came with just over four minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. After Indiana’s Johnny Furphy hit a 3-pointer to cap a sustained rally and bring the Pacers within four points at 103-99, Ingram delivered the decisive response. On back-to-back possessions, the Toronto forward sank 3-pointers, pushing the lead back to 10 points and effectively extinguishing Indiana’s comeback hopes. Beyond the star performances from Ingram and Barnes, the Raptors received a significant boost from their bench. Guard Gradey Dick, a Wichita, Kansas native, provided 21 points and 11 rebounds in 30 minutes. Collin Murray-Boyles added 10 points and 10 rebounds for Toronto. For Indiana, Siakam was supported by Quenton Jackson with 14 points and Andrew Nembhard with 14 points and six assists. Johnny Furphy finished with 10 points and 10 rebounds. Barnes, the top star for Toronto, followed up his recent run of strong performances—including a 31-point effort in an overtime win over Philadelphia on Jan. 11—with a complete game, adding seven rebounds to his point and assist totals. The game’s total points, 216, fell under the pregame over/under line of 224. Toronto entered as a 2.5-point favorite, a margin they covered comfortably after the late surge. The Raptors, who have won four of their last six games, continue a homestand Friday against the Los Angeles Clippers. The Pacers, coming off a win over Boston on Monday, host the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday.

Raptors, Pacers Meet in Indianapolis INDIANAPOLIS (Interstat) — The surging Toronto Raptors visit the struggling Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in a matchup of teams trending in opposite directions. Toronto (24-16) arrives having won seven of its last 10 games, including a dramatic 116-115 overtime victory over Philadelphia on Sunday. The Raptors have dominated the season series with Indiana, winning both prior meetings, including a 129-111 rout in Indianapolis on Nov. 15. Indiana (8-31) possesses the NBA’s worst record but is coming off one of its best performances of the season, a 123-99 home win over Miami on Saturday. That victory snapped a six-game losing streak. A key matchup will feature Toronto’s emerging forward Collin Murray-Boyles against Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard. Murray-Boyles is coming off a monster performance against the 76ers, posting 17 points, 15 rebounds and three blocks in 42 minutes. Over his last 10 games, he has recorded four double-doubles. Nembhard has been a bright spot for Indiana, averaging 18.0 points and 8.5 assists over the same stretch. He was spectacular in the win over Miami, finishing with 29 points, six rebounds and nine assists. For Toronto, All-Star Scottie Barnes (31 points, seven assists vs. Philadelphia) and guard Immanuel Quickley (20 points, seven assists) provide consistent scoring punch. The Pacers will look for continued production from Jarace Walker and Aaron Nesmith, who combined for 25 points and 18 rebounds in their last outing. The Raptors have found success with defense and clutch play, winning three of their last four games by three points or fewer. The Pacers, who rank last in the league in defensive rating, will need a sustained effort to slow Toronto’s balanced attack. Following this game, the Raptors begin a challenging six-game road trip against Western Conference opponents. The Pacers host New Orleans on Friday before embarking on a five-game trip of their own. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. EST.