Indiana leads Dallas after one quarter, with Pascal Siakam and Cooper Flagg each scoring nine.
Indiana took a 31-26 first-quarter lead over Dallas on Monday, setting the early pace. Pascal Siakam made all three of his shots and both free throws to score nine for the Pacers. Cooper Flagg also has nine points, adding five rebounds and three steals for Dallas. The Mavericks entered 6-4 and 15th in the power index, ahead of Indiana at 3-7 and 22nd, but trail after one.
Key Performers
Pascal Siakam (IND): 9 points, 3-for-3 shooting Cooper Flagg (DAL): 9 points, 5 rebounds, 3 steals