Pacers Links: Pacers beat Timberwolves in fun-filled Fieldhouse debut

New faces for the Pacers made a positive first impression in front of the home crowd.

Pacers 96, Timberwolves 91: Pleasant Surprises Highlight Exciting Second Half

The Indiana Pacers offered up quite a sight in the second half in their second preseason game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, one that showcased Ian Mahinmi, Gerald Green, Paul George, and even Ben Hansbrough to open a few eyes for blue and gold faithful.

Pacers Down at the Half Against Minnesota 53-42 in Second Preseason Contest

Paul George (10 points) leads the way for the Indiana Pacers, who have struggled to contain the Minnesota Timberwolves at Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis and trail 53-42. The Pacers led early with hot shooting, but stumbled back with poor team defense as the Wolves, led by Derrick Williams with 10 points, won the second quarter 25-13. George was the focus of Indiana's offense, going 5-15 shooting in the first half with five rebounds. David West made his preseason debut, scoring 8, with Ian Mahinmi putting up 6 of his own.

Other notables include D.J. Augustin with 5 assists and Orlando Johnson continuing his shooting woes as Ben Hansbrough and Gerald Green each totaled 5 points. For Minnesota, All-Star Kevin Love totaled 9 first quarter rebounds in his limited action. Roy Hibbert is out of tonight's game and Tyler Hansbrough didn't see any action in the first half.

Timberwolves vs. Pacers Preseason: Game Thread

Preseason action continues with the Indiana Pacers hosting the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Fieldhouse.

Pacers preseason links: Pacers look for better effort in rematch with Timberwolves; Fever advance to WNBA Finals

The Pacers return to home to play the Minnesota at the Fieldhouse on Friday night.