Tue Nov 19 02:10:00 UTC 2024: ## Pacers Rout Heat Despite Injuries, Mathurin Shines
**Indianapolis, IN** – The Indiana Pacers dominated the Miami Heat 119-110 on Sunday, fueled by Myles Turner’s season-high 34 points and Bennedict Mathurin’s 21-point, 12-rebound performance. The victory comes as a significant rebound for the Pacers after a disappointing loss to the Heat on Friday.
The Pacers’ strong inside game proved decisive, outscoring Miami 62-28 in the paint. Tyrese Haliburton, despite a slow start, contributed 16 points and 13 assists, showcasing the team’s impressive ball movement (30 of 44 Pacers buckets were assisted). Pascal Siakam added 23 points to the winning effort.
The Heat, already missing star Jimmy Butler due to a sprained ankle, suffered another blow when Jaime Jaquez Jr. sprained his right ankle in the third quarter. While X-rays were negative, the injury adds to Miami’s injury woes, contributing to their 5-7 start. Tyler Herro led the Heat with 28 points, and Bam Adebayo added 24.
Mathurin’s strong performance, scoring at least 20 points in four of his last six games, highlights the Pacers’ ability to overcome their own injury issues. His impressive showing was particularly notable given the absence of Aaron Nesmith.
The Pacers look to continue their momentum against the Toronto Raptors on Monday, while the Heat return home to face the Philadelphia 76ers.
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