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Pacers End 16-Game Skid with Narrow Win Over Magic

3/24/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Indiana Pacers snapped a 16-game losing streak with a 128-126 win over the Orlando Magic.
Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 37 points, while Paolo Banchero scored 39 for the Magic.
Orlando's defense faltered, allowing Indiana to capitalize on turnovers and fast breaks.
The Pacers shot 45.7% from three and made nine three-pointers in the third quarter.
The Magic, now on a five-game losing streak, will face the Cleveland Cavaliers next.

History

Historical Context

The NBA expanded in 1995 by adding the Toronto Raptors and Vancouver Grizzlies, marking the league's first Canadian teams since the Toronto Huskies in 1946. This expansion significantly boosted basketball's popularity in Canada and set the stage for the NBA's global reach. The Grizzlies later relocated to Memphis in 2001, while the Raptors continue to thrive, exemplifying the league's evolving dynamics.

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Story summary

The Indiana Pacers snapped a 16-game losing streak with a 128-126 win over the Orlando Magic.
Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 37 points, while Paolo Banchero scored 39 for the Magic.
Orlando's defense faltered, allowing Indiana to capitalize on turnovers and fast breaks.
The Pacers shot 45.7% from three and made nine three-pointers in the third quarter.
The Magic, now on a five-game losing streak, will face the Cleveland Cavaliers next.

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