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Indiana Fires 42 in Opening Quarter, Leads Miami by Six
October 31, 2026 · 12:43 AM
The Pacers own a 42–36 edge after a high-scoring first quarter, with Jay Huff and Bam Adebayo leading the early scoring.
Indiana put up 42 points in the first quarter to take a 42–36 lead over Miami, which answered with 36 of its own. Jay Huff was perfect from the floor, scoring 10 on 4-for-4 shooting, including two made threes. Bam Adebayo paced Miami with 11 points on 5-for-6 shooting, while Giannis Antetokounmpo added seven points and five rebounds. The Pacers came in at 2–3 with the No. 18 power index, ahead of Miami’s 1–4 mark and No. 25 ranking.
Key Performers
Jay Huff (IND): 10 points, 4-for-4 FG, 2-for-2 from three Bam Adebayo (MIA): 11 points, 5-for-6 FG Giannis Antetokounmpo (MIA): 7 points, 5 rebounds