Nets Defeat Pacers 115-111, Despite Playoff Elimination
In a closely contested game, the Brooklyn Nets' victory over the Indiana Pacers impacts Pacers' playoff positioning, as Brooklyn's own postseason hopes end.
- Cam Thomas led the Nets with 27 points, while rookie Noah Clowney added a career-high 22 points and 10 rebounds.
- The victory ends the Pacers' three-game winning streak and ties them for the sixth and final automatic Eastern Conference playoff position with the Miami Heat.
- Despite the win, the Brooklyn Nets were officially eliminated from playoff contention due to the Atlanta Hawks' victory over the Orlando Magic.
- The game featured four lead changes and two ties in the fourth quarter, highlighting the tightly contested nature of the match.
- Pascal Siakam and Tyrese Haliburton led the Pacers with 26 and 24 points, respectively, as they look forward to the postseason.