The Indiana Pacers defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers, 135-126, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Thursday.

The Pacers (18-17) moved over the .500 mark once again and secured the victory over the Cavaliers (22-13) in a strong performance. However, it was a game in which Indiana had to come from behind, as Cleveland jumped out to a 34-29 score in the first quarter. The Pacers showed signs of life in the second quarter and won by a 35-34 score, and they grabbed the lead for good following a 35-28 score in the third quarter. Indiana didn't step the foot off the gas and the Pacers also won the final quarter by a 36-30 score in the final 12 minutes, cruising out to a easy victory in front of their fans.

Tyrese Haliburton led the Pacers with 29 points and nine assists, while Buddy Hield notched 25 points, three rebounds and three assists. Myles Turner notched a double-double of 14 points and 12 rebounds, and Aaron Nesmith looked impressive after notching 22 points. Bennedict Mathurin had another strong game and finished with 22 points off the bench.

Donovan Mitchell was the best player for the Cavaliers and delivered 28 points, six assists and four rebounds, while Jarrett Allen had a double-double of 19 points and 14 rebounds. Darius Garland posted 18 points and eight assists. Evan Mobley delivered 13 points, seven assists and seven rebounds. Caris LeVert had 19 points off the bench, and Kevin Love delivered 12 points and six boards.