Post-Game Grades: Indiana Pacers Pull Away From Boston Celtics in 2nd Half
By Ben Gibson
The Indiana Pacers cruised to victory in the second half as the Boston Celtics couldn’t make a shot to get themselves back in the game. The Pacers kept the Celtics to 41.6% shooting in the game and 4 for 24 on 3-point attempts.
It may only be November, but it appears the Pacers have shaken off a slow start and might actually be a decent basketball team.
The Good: After trailing early in the third quarter the Indiana Pacers outscored the Boston Celtics 51-42 in the second half as Paul George and Jordan Hill led the charge. The Pacers kept the Celtics to 35.9% shooting in that time frame while shooting 55.6% while out rebounded them 21 to 6.
The Bad: Myles Turner injured his finger and had to leave the game. Candace Buckner said he’ll have it reevaluated in Indianapolis.
Myles Turner has a fracture in his hand and will be further evaluated back in Indy
— Candace Buckner (@CandaceDBuckner) November 12, 2015
To be more precise, Myles Turner has a fracture in his THUMB. His left hand was wrapped as he left the arena. No timeline for being out yet
— Candace Buckner (@CandaceDBuckner) November 12, 2015
MVP: Paul George once again as he kept his streak of games with 25+ points going to five now. Honorable mentions to C.J. Miles and Jordan Hill for helping carry the weight tonight.
LVP: Evan Turner.
X-Factor: Chase Budinger is starting to come out of his shell as he went 4 of 7 on the night (1 of 2 fr 3-point range) while grabbing 3 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 blocks in the game.
A-. <p>Paul George is currently on a hot streak as he’s the 3rd highest scorer in the league over the last five games with 29.4 ppg while shooting 47.6%.</p>. Power Forward. Indiana Pacers. PAUL GEORGE
B. <p>Ellis was 4 of 9 on the evening with 13 points, 2 rebounds, six assists and 4 steals. For all the worries about how he’d fit in with the Pacers he seems to be doing just fine. He’s only had one 20+ point game but something tells me he’ll eventually crank up his scoring down the road.</p><p><span style=. Shooting Guard. Indiana Pacers. MONTA ELLIS
GEORGE HILL. C+. <p>Only 7 points and in theory his worst game of the season but he had 4 rebounds and 5 assists to with it. A ‘bad’ night be the high standard he’s set for himself so far this season.</p>. Point Guard. Indiana Pacers
A. <p>17 points despite only making 1 of his 4 3-point attempts. He was 6 of 10 on the night thanks to being a perfect 5 of 5 from within 8 feet of the basket. He also had 5 rebounds and 2 steals.</p>. Shooting Guard. Indiana Pacers. C.J. MILES
C. <p>11 points and 2 rebounds in a so-so defensive night for the big man. 3 blocks aren’t too shabby though. The Big Baugette experience some Hack-A-Mahinmi from the Celtics in effort to slow Indiana’s momentum.</p>. Center. Indiana Pacers. IAN MAHINMI
B. <p>All 12 of his points came in the second half while also picking up 8 rebounds and 4 assists.</p>. Center. Indiana Pacers. JORDAN HILL
MYLES TURNER. INC. <p>Get well soon, rookie.</p>. Center. Indiana Pacers
Indiana Pacers. LAVOY ALLEN. C. <p>Six points and 4 rebounds in a respectable evening.</p>. Power Forward
B. <p>Budinger played nicely with 10 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists as well as his 2 blocks.</p>. Small Forward. Indiana Pacers. CHASE BUDINGER
GLENN ROBINSON. B. <p>No points, but 3 rebounds, 1 blocks and 1 steal in 14 minutes makes up for it.</p>. Small Forward. Indiana Pacers