Short-Handed Pacers Defeat Kings in Fourth Consecutive Loss

T.J. McConnell and Rookies Shine in Pacers' Improbable Victory

The Indiana Pacers, despite being short-handed due to injuries and a recent trade, managed to defeat the Sacramento Kings 126-121, handing the Kings their fourth consecutive loss.
Pacers' T.J. McConnell, the only point guard available for the game, scored 20 points on 9-of-14 shooting, leading the team to victory.
The Kings' defense was criticized for their performance, with coach Mike Brown highlighting multiple defensive mistakes.
The Pacers' rookies, Jarace Walker and Ben Sheppard, were praised for their performance, with Walker posting a career-high 15 points off the bench.
Despite a late surge from the Kings, the Pacers managed to secure the win with key free throws from Buddy Hield and Jalen Smith.