nba Game Recap
Recap - Pacers Defeat Portland 108-99
The Pacers grabbed a 108-99 win over the Trail Blazers on Friday, behind a 19-point effort from Bennedict Mathurin at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Indiana was the ATS victor, as they covered the -1.0-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 237.5 were rewarded at the payout window.
Indiana got 17 points from Myles Turner and another 15 points from Tyrese Haliburton. Tyrese Haliburton contributed 12 assists, while Myles Turner cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Portland got 20 points from Anfernee Simons in a losing cause and another 19 points from Damian Lillard. Damian Lillard contributed 8 assists for the Trail Blazers, while Jusuf Nurkic had 19 rebounds.
The Pacers hit the break losing 55-54 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Portland as they grabbed 52 boards, while Indiana only had 41
Indiana looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Hornets. The Trail Blazers will aim to get back on the winning track at Toronto.