Pacers Defeat Hornets 127-118 in NBA Clash
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Indiana Pacers 127, Charlotte Hornets 118, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Charlotte Hornets vs Indiana Pacers?
Indiana Pacers beat Charlotte Hornets 127-118 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on November 19, 2025.
The Indiana Pacers secured a 127-118 victory against the Charlotte Hornets at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, marking an important win for the Pacers in their ongoing campaign. This matchup was notable as it was the second meeting between the two teams in the current season, with Indiana having previously won their first encounter 127-118 on November 20, 2025. The Pacers now lead the series 2-0 against the Hornets this season.
In terms of recent form, the Pacers have struggled with a home record of 2-13 overall and a last ten games record of 3-7, currently on a two-game losing streak. Their scoring average at home has been 118.1 points per game while allowing 119.7. In their last five games, they have averaged 110.0 points scored and allowed 114.6. Their most recent games included a loss to the Detroit Pistons 121-133 and another loss to the Philadelphia 76ers 94-105. On the other hand, the Hornets have shown a better performance lately, with an away record of 4-11 and a last ten games record of 6-4, currently on a one-game winning streak. They have averaged 113.4 points scored and allowed 107.1 points in their last ten games, with their most recent victory over the New York Knicks 110-96.
The game featured several key players on both sides dealing with injuries. For the Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton is listed as day-to-day due to an Achilles issue, while Johnny Furphy is out with a knee injury. The Hornets also have two players listed as day-to-day: Brandon Miller with a shoulder injury and PJ Hall with an ankle issue. The status of these players could impact future matchups as the season progresses.
From a betting perspective, the market had priced the Pacers as the favorites with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting confidence in their ability to secure the victory on their home court.
Conditions during the game were typical for an indoor basketball setting, with no adverse weather factors affecting the play. Fans in attendance witnessed a competitive game, with scoring plays that highlighted the offensive capabilities of both teams. Key moments included Pascal Siakam making crucial free throws in the fourth quarter, and Ben Sheppard contributing significantly with both field goals and free throws.
Overall, the matchup between the Pacers and Hornets showcased the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, with Indiana looking to build on this win to improve their season record while Charlotte aims to bounce back from this setback.
Injury report
- Tyrese HaliburtonDay-To-DayAchillesIndiana Pacers
- Johnny FurphyOutKneeIndiana Pacers
- Brandon MillerDay-To-DayShoulderCharlotte Hornets
- PJ HallDay-To-DayAnkleCharlotte Hornets
Leaders
- PointsBennedict Mathurin24Indiana Pacers
- AssistsT.J. McConnell8Indiana Pacers
- ReboundsBennedict Mathurin12Indiana Pacers
- PointsKon Knueppel28Charlotte Hornets
- AssistsLaMelo Ball9Charlotte Hornets
- ReboundsMoussa Diabate12Charlotte Hornets
Recent form
Indiana Pacers
Last 10: 3-7Streak L2118.1 scored · 119.7 allowed per game1-5 at home
- L121-133vs Detroit PistonsApr 12
- L94-105vs Philadelphia 76ersApr 10
- W123-94at Brooklyn NetsApr 9
- L104-124vs Minnesota TimberwolvesApr 7
- L108-117at Cleveland CavaliersApr 5
- L108-129at Charlotte HornetsApr 3
- W145-126at Chicago BullsApr 2
- W135-118vs Miami HeatMar 29
- L113-114vs LA ClippersMar 27
- L130-137vs Los Angeles LakersMar 25
Charlotte Hornets
Last 10: 6-4Streak W1113.4 scored · 107.1 allowed per game3-1 away
- W110-96at New York KnicksApr 12
- L100-118vs Detroit PistonsApr 10
- L102-113at Boston CelticsApr 8
- W122-108at Minnesota TimberwolvesApr 5
- W129-108vs Indiana PacersApr 3
- W127-107vs Phoenix SunsApr 2
- W117-86at Brooklyn NetsMar 31
- L99-114vs Boston CelticsMar 29
- L114-118vs Philadelphia 76ersMar 28
- W114-103vs New York KnicksMar 26
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | - | 36 | L1 | .561 | 46 |
| Orlando | 1 | 37 | L1 | .549 | 45 |
| Charlotte | 2 | 38 | W1 | .537 | 44 |
| Miami | 3 | 39 | W2 | .524 | 43 |
| Washington | 29 | 65 | L10 | .207 | 17 |
| Detroit | - | 22 | W3 | .732 | 60 |
| Cleveland | 8 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| Milwaukee | 28 | 50 | L1 | .390 | 32 |
| Chicago | 29 | 51 | L2 | .378 | 31 |
| Indiana | 41 | 63 | L2 | .232 | 19 |
Box score
| Stat | Charlotte Hornets | Indiana Pacers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 43-107 | 46-85 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 13-45 | 16-38 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 42 |
| Free throws | 19-22 | 19-23 |
| Free throw % | 86 | 83 |
| Rebounds | 48 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 22 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 33 |
| Assists | 28 | 32 |
| Steals | 7 | 5 |
| Blocks | 2 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 21 |
| Points in the paint | 54 | 40 |
| Fouls | 18 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 24 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter77-91Drew Peterson makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter77-93Isaiah Jackson makes 4-foot two point shot (Pascal Siakam assists)
- 3rd Quarter77-95Ben Sheppard makes two point shot (T.J. McConnell assists)
- 3rd Quarter79-95Moussa Diabate makes 1-foot driving dunk (Collin Sexton assists)
- 3rd Quarter79-97T.J. McConnell makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter79-100Pascal Siakam makes 24-foot three point jumper (T.J. McConnell assists)
- 3rd Quarter82-100Kon Knueppel makes 24-foot three point jumper (Sion James assists)
- 3rd Quarter84-100Kon Knueppel makes dunk (Collin Sexton assists)
- 3rd Quarter84-102T.J. McConnell makes 5-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter84-103Ben Sheppard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter84-104Ben Sheppard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter84-106Pascal Siakam makes 1-foot two point shot (Jeremiah Robinson-Earl assists)
- 4th Quarter87-106Kon Knueppel makes 25-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter87-109T.J. McConnell makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ben Sheppard assists)
- 4th Quarter90-109Pat Connaughton makes 27-foot three point jumper (LaMelo Ball assists)
- 4th Quarter90-111Pascal Siakam makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter91-111Miles Bridges makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter92-111Miles Bridges makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter92-113T.J. McConnell makes 15-foot jumper (Pascal Siakam assists)
- 4th Quarter94-113Miles Bridges makes alley oop dunk shot (LaMelo Ball assists)
- 4th Quarter94-116T.J. McConnell makes 27-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter94-117Andrew Nembhard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter96-117LaMelo Ball makes driving layup (Kon Knueppel assists)
- 4th Quarter99-117Kon Knueppel makes 27-foot three pointer (LaMelo Ball assists)
- 4th Quarter100-117LaMelo Ball makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter101-117LaMelo Ball makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter103-117Kon Knueppel makes 21-foot jumper (LaMelo Ball assists)
- 4th Quarter106-117Pat Connaughton makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kon Knueppel assists)
- 4th Quarter109-117Pat Connaughton makes 24-foot three point shot (Moussa Diabate assists)
- 4th Quarter109-119Pascal Siakam makes 1-foot driving floating jump shot (Andrew Nembhard assists)
- 4th Quarter111-119Miles Bridges makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter111-121Andrew Nembhard makes 8-foot running pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter111-122Pascal Siakam makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter111-123Pascal Siakam makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter113-123Collin Sexton makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter116-123Miles Bridges makes 23-foot three point jumper (Moussa Diabate assists)
- 4th Quarter116-125Ben Sheppard makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter118-125Pat Connaughton makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter118-126Ben Sheppard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter118-127Ben Sheppard makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Indiana Pacers, below favours Charlotte Hornets.
Venue
- Gainbridge FieldhouseIndianapolis, IN
- Attendance17003
- OfficialsJohn Goble, Dedric Taylor, John Conley
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