Overview
- Pacers fans booed through a pregame tribute at Gainbridge Fieldhouse as Turner mimed closing a book and later called the reception disheartening.
- Antetokounmpo hit the winning jumper for a 117-115 win, then motioned to silence the crowd after posting 33 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists.
- Bucks coach Doc Rivers criticized the treatment and said Turner was made available rather than seeking to leave.
- Turner left Indiana after 10 seasons to sign a four-year, $107 million deal with Milwaukee; the Pacers maintain they were not given a chance to match.
- Turner logged nine points, seven rebounds and five blocks, and said he channeled the boos into energy as the division rivalry continues with more meetings ahead.