Pacers Score Franchise-Record 157 Points, Secure Playoff Berth with Victory against Hawks

The Indiana Pacers are heading into the postseason with a bang after clinching a playoff spot in a dominant 157-115 victory over the Atlanta Hawks. This high-scoring game tied a franchise record for the Pacers and secured their spot in the playoffs.

With the No. 6 seed in the Eastern Conference, the Pacers will skip the NBA play-in tournament and face the No. 3 seed Milwaukee Bucks in the first round of the playoffs. Myles Turner led the charge with an impressive performance, scoring 31 points, grabbing 12 rebounds, and blocking four shots.

The Pacers’ playoff berth is their first since the 2019-20 season, marking a significant achievement for the team. On the other hand, the Hawks, who were locked into the No. 10 seed in the East, will face the Chicago Bulls in the play-in tournament, with the loser being eliminated from the playoffs.

Indiana’s victory on Sunday solidified their 47-35 record, guaranteeing them a top-six finish in the conference. The Pacers have been the highest-scoring team in the NBA this season, averaging 122.9 points per game. Their offense was firing on all cylinders against the Hawks, with seven players scoring in double figures and shooting an impressive 65% from the field.

The Pacers set the tone early in the game and never looked back, dominating the Hawks in every quarter. With their potent offense and strong team performance, the Pacers are poised to make a splash in the postseason and make a run for the NBA championship.