Paul George changes things up to help carry offensive load for Pacers

George altered his pre-game preparation and found his shooting rhythm in the process.

Pacers come up with just enough to return to win column

The Indiana Pacers returned home to face the winless Washington Wizards, getting quality efforts from their wings to snap their three game losing skid.

Pacers Final Score: Pacers hold off Wizards 89-85

Indiana Pacers had another close game, this time coming out on the winning end with a pair of game sealing free throws.

Pacers and Wizards tied at halftime 49-49

The Indiana Pacers have weathered hot shooting from the Washington Wizards, using a pair of 7-0 runs to close the first and second quarter to keep the game from getting too far out of hand. The Wizards shot 47% in the first half, but were able to get a lot of shots to just go in, fueled by eight assists by former Pacer A.J. Price. The Pacers shot 49%, but extra three pointers have given the Wizards an added advantage.

Lance Stephenson was moved into the starting lineup for tonight's game, making an impact on his first shot as part of his five. Paul George has been wildly efficient, scoring 11 points on 5-5 shooting, hitting the buzzer beater three to tie the game. Gerald Green has seemed far more comfortable tonight, scoring nine off the bench, including a highlight alley oops already. David West has struggled shooting the ball, but has nine.

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Wizards vs. Pacers: Game thread, lineups, TV info and more

The Indiana Pacers return home looking to end a three-game losing streak against the Washington Wizards.Te

More than one play leads to Pacers loss down the stretch

The Pacers lost on the last play but earlier lapses also hurt at winning time.