NBA · Final

Lakers Defeat Pacers 128-117 in NBA Showdown

Indiana Pacers15-48

117

Los Angeles Lakers38-25

128

Friday, March 6, 2026, 10:30 PM ET · crypto.com Arena

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Who won Indiana Pacers vs Los Angeles Lakers?

Los Angeles Lakers beat Indiana Pacers 128-117 at crypto.com Arena on March 6, 2026.

Who was favored in Indiana Pacers vs Los Angeles Lakers?

Los Angeles Lakers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -410 (about 80% implied). The favorite won.

The Los Angeles Lakers secured a solid victory against the Indiana Pacers, finishing the game with a score of 128-117 at the crypto.com Arena. This win extended the Lakers' lead in their season series against the Pacers to 2-0. The Lakers now boast a home record of 39-25, while the Pacers fall to 15-49 on the season.

In terms of recent form, the Lakers have shown a mixed performance in their last ten games, with a record of 5-5. They are currently on a one-game losing streak, having lost to the Denver Nuggets just prior to this game. Over their last five games, the Lakers averaged 118.0 points scored while allowing 107.8 points per game. Their scoring has been relatively consistent, with an average of 114.5 points scored and 112.2 points allowed at home.

Conversely, the Pacers have struggled significantly, recording a dismal 2-8 in their last ten games and currently on a seven-game losing streak. Their recent performance has seen them average 114.5 points scored and a concerning 126.6 points allowed. The Pacers have not fared well on the road, holding a record of 2-4 away from home in their last six games.

The injury situation for the Pacers includes Tyrese Haliburton, who is listed as day-to-day due to an Achilles issue, and Johnny Furphy, who is out with a knee injury. The Lakers, however, did not report any significant injuries affecting their roster for this game.

Betting lines from DraftKings indicated the Lakers were favored by 9.5 points, with a total set at 235.5 points. The money line was priced at -410 for the Lakers and +320 for the Pacers, reflecting the disparity in their respective records and recent performances.

The game conditions were typical for an indoor NBA matchup, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. Fans could expect to see a competitive game, especially given the Lakers' need to bounce back after their recent loss and the Pacers' struggle to find form.

In the end, the Lakers' offensive depth and home court advantage proved decisive, as they managed to maintain control throughout the game. Key scoring plays in the fourth quarter included a driving dunk by Kobe Brown and a layup from Drew Timme, which helped cement the Lakers' lead as they closed out the game. The Pacers, despite their efforts, could not overcome the deficit, and the Lakers' victory was a testament to their resilience and skill at home.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	LAL -9.5	235.5 o -108 / u -112	Indiana Pacers +320 · Los Angeles Lakers -410

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Injury report

Tyrese HaliburtonDay-To-DayAchillesIndiana Pacers
Johnny FurphyOutKneeIndiana Pacers

Leaders

PointsLuka Doncic44Los Angeles Lakers
AssistsLuka Doncic5Los Angeles Lakers
ReboundsLuka Doncic9Los Angeles Lakers
PointsPascal Siakam26Indiana Pacers
AssistsAndrew Nembhard8Indiana Pacers
ReboundsJarace Walker9Indiana Pacers

Recent form

Los Angeles Lakers

Last 10: 5-5Streak L1114.5 scored · 112.2 allowed per game4-3 at home

L113-120at Denver NuggetsMar 6
W110-101vs New Orleans PelicansMar 4
W128-104vs Sacramento KingsMar 2
W129-101at Golden State WarriorsMar 1
L110-113at Phoenix SunsFeb 27
L109-110vs Orlando MagicFeb 25
L89-111vs Boston CelticsFeb 22
W125-122vs LA ClippersFeb 21
W124-104vs Dallas MavericksFeb 13
L108-136vs San Antonio SpursFeb 11

Indiana Pacers

Last 10: 2-8Streak L7114.5 scored · 126.6 allowed per game2-4 away

L107-130at LA ClippersMar 5
L106-125vs Memphis GrizzliesMar 1
L109-133vs Charlotte HornetsFeb 27
L114-135vs Philadelphia 76ersFeb 25
L130-134vs Dallas MavericksFeb 22
L118-131at Washington WizardsFeb 21
L105-112at Washington WizardsFeb 20
W115-110at Brooklyn NetsFeb 12
W137-134at New York KnicksFeb 11
L104-122at Toronto RaptorsFeb 8

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
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
LA Lakers	-	29	W3	.646	53
Phoenix	8	37	W1	.549	45
LA Clippers	11	40	W1	.512	42
Golden State	16	45	L3	.451	37
Sacramento	31	60	L1	.268	22

Box score

Stat	Indiana Pacers	Los Angeles Lakers
Field goals	46-98	45-85
Field goal %	47	53
Three-pointers	8-35	17-37
Three-point %	23	46
Free throws	17-24	21-23
Free throw %	71	91
Rebounds	40	43
Offensive rebounds	12	6
Defensive rebounds	28	37
Assists	33	25
Steals	10	5
Blocks	4	2
Turnovers	7	12
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	17
Fast-break points	18	11
Points in the paint	62	52
Fouls	19	22
Largest lead	5	24
Lead changes	3	3
Time in front	15	82

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter77-94Luka Doncic makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter79-94T.J. McConnell makes 7-foot fade away jump shot
3rd Quarter79-96Drew Timme makes 6-foot floating jump shot (Jarred Vanderbilt assists)
3rd Quarter80-96Pascal Siakam makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter80-99Luka Doncic makes 29-foot three point shot
4th Quarter82-99Pascal Siakam makes running layup (Ben Sheppard assists)
4th Quarter84-99T.J. McConnell makes running layup (Jarace Walker assists)
4th Quarter84-101Jake LaRavia makes 9-foot two point shot
4th Quarter86-101Pascal Siakam makes driving layup
4th Quarter86-103Luke Kennard makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Drew Timme assists)
4th Quarter89-103Jarace Walker makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ben Sheppard assists)
4th Quarter89-105Jarred Vanderbilt makes two point shot
4th Quarter91-105T.J. McConnell makes 7-foot fade away jump shot
4th Quarter91-106Austin Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter91-107Austin Reaves makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter91-110Austin Reaves makes 27-foot three point jumper (Marcus Smart assists)
4th Quarter91-112Austin Reaves makes driving layup
4th Quarter91-113Austin Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter91-114Austin Reaves makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter93-114T.J. McConnell makes 12-foot pullup jump shot (Aaron Nesmith assists)
4th Quarter93-117Luke Kennard makes 27-foot three pointer
4th Quarter96-117Aaron Nesmith makes 22-foot three point jumper (Andrew Nembhard assists)
4th Quarter96-119Austin Reaves makes two point shot
4th Quarter98-119Quenton Jackson makes 1-foot layup (T.J. McConnell assists)
4th Quarter99-119Micah Potter makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter100-119Micah Potter makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter100-121Luke Kennard makes 9-foot fade away jump shot (Marcus Smart assists)
4th Quarter103-121Kobe Brown makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jay Huff assists)
4th Quarter103-123Marcus Smart makes 20-foot pullup jump shot (Luke Kennard assists)
4th Quarter105-123Jarace Walker makes 23-foot pullup jump shot (Ben Sheppard assists)
4th Quarter107-123Micah Potter makes 3-foot two point shot (Jay Huff assists)
4th Quarter108-123Kobe Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter109-123Micah Potter makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter109-126Dalton Knecht makes 25-foot three pointer (Kobe Bufkin assists)
4th Quarter111-126Kobe Brown makes driving dunk (Ben Sheppard assists)
4th Quarter111-128Drew Timme makes 2-foot layup (Dalton Knecht assists)
4th Quarter112-128Jay Huff makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter113-128Jay Huff makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter115-128Ben Sheppard makes driving layup (Micah Potter assists)
4th Quarter117-128Jarace Walker makes 1-foot running dunk