Bennedict Mathurin Leads Pacers to Victory over Magic

On November 6, 2024, the Indiana Pacers achieved a 118-111 victory against the Orlando Magic in Indianapolis. Bennedict Mathurin was the standout player for the Pacers, scoring 20 points, while four of his teammates contributed significantly with 17 points each. Tyrese Haliburton played a crucial role in the final minutes, hitting a three-pointer and assisting in maintaining the Pacers' lead. The Pacers managed to pull away after trailing 97-96 early in the fourth quarter, launching a 16-6 run that solidified their advantage. This marked a positive turnaround for Indiana, which had struggled at the start of the season with a 1-3 record but has since found rhythm, winning three out of four games. Meanwhile, the Magic continued their disappointing streak, suffering a fifth consecutive loss. Their last victory was against the Pacers at home on October 28, highlighting the team's struggle to regain form. Franz Wagner led Orlando with 28 points, but overall, they could not maintain competitiveness in the late game. The outcome reflects the contrasting trends of both teams. As the Pacers prepare to face the Charlotte Hornets next, the Magic will look to break their losing streak in their upcoming match against the New Orleans Pelicans.