Atlanta enters the matchup against Indiana after losing seven straight games. The teams square off Saturday for the first time this season.
Pascal Siakam had a season high 37 points, Tyrese Haliburton added 30 and the host Indiana Pacers fought off a strong challenge to defeat the Detroit Pistons 133-119 Wednesday night in Indianapolis.
Pascal Siakam scored 37 points and Tyrese Haliburton scored 30 as the Pacers won a technical-foul filled contest over the Pistons.