Curry shot 4 of 15 from three, Butler posted 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 7 assists, while Nesmith scored 31 as the Pacers defeated the Warriors to end their five-game losing streak.

On November 2nd Beijing time, in the NBA regular season, the Pacers played host to the Warriors. Halliburton, sidelined with injury, served as the commentator. After four quarters of competition, the Warriors lost 109-114 to the Pacers, ending the Pacers’ five-game losing streak. For the Warriors, Curry scored 24 points, Butler had 20 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists, and 3 steals, Kuminga contributed 17 points and 5 rebounds, and Pojemski added 16 points and 4 rebounds. On the Pacers’ side, Nesmith scored 31 points with 5 rebounds, Siakam had 27 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 assists, and Jackson posted 25 points, 6 rebounds, 10 assists, and 3 steals.

In the first quarter, both teams started slowly. Nesmith broke the deadlock with a three-pointer, and Kuminga quickly responded with a drive to the basket for two points. The teams exchanged baskets, keeping the score close. Curry hit a three from outside, followed by a floater that forced a timeout. After Nesmith missed a layup, Coach Carlisle argued with the referees and was assessed a technical foul. Curry made one free throw and then hit another three-pointer to extend the lead. Siakam scored consecutive baskets driving to the rim, and the Pacers trailed 28-32 at the end of the first quarter.

In the second quarter, Siakam showcased his mid-range and layup skills to quickly tie the score. The Warriors responded with a 7-0 run to keep their momentum. As the Pacers regained their rhythm and started closing the gap, Hilton and Kuminga hit three-pointers to maintain the Warriors’ lead. However, the Pacers kept applying pressure with a scoring run, highlighted by Jackson’s layup and Nesmith’s three-pointer, leaving the Warriors struggling to respond. A technical foul against the Pacers gave the Warriors some breathing room; Curry calmly made the free throws and then hit a mid-range jumper. At halftime, the Warriors led 58-53.

In the second half, Jackson and Siakam combined efforts to quickly put the Pacers ahead. Kuminga’s aggressive drives helped the Warriors withstand the comeback attempt. Nesmith’s scoring inside and outside kept the Pacers in front. Kuminga’s powerful dunk tied the game, prompting a timeout from the Pacers. After the break, the Pacers continued attacking the basket effectively, but the Warriors’ perimeter shooting was more efficient. With Pojemski hitting consecutive shots, the Warriors regained the lead. Towards the end of the quarter, Santos and Butler sparked a small run, with the Warriors leading 88-82 over the Pacers.

In the final quarter, the Warriors’ bench played well, allowing Curry ample rest. Kuminga’s dunk pushed the Warriors’ lead into double digits, forcing a Pacers timeout. After the break, Curry returned and immediately drained a three-pointer. Jackson and Nesmith combined free throws and field goals to keep the Pacers within striking distance. The Warriors’ turnover gave the Pacers a chance to close the gap, and Jackson’s clutch shot cut the deficit to two points. Curry’s basket gave the Warriors a slight cushion, but Nesmith’s free throws continued to narrow the margin. Jackson then hit a three-pointer from outside to put the Pacers ahead! Butler’s and-one play showed his dominance, and Siakam responded strongly with a three-pointer. Jackson’s banked jump shot sealed the game. The Warriors’ final possession failed, and the Pacers won 114-109 for their first victory of the season.

Starting lineups for both teams:

Warriors: Butler, Kuminga, Green, Pojemski, Curry

Pacers: Nesmith, Siakam, Jackson, Walker, Jackson