Pacers Links: Spurs give Pacers reality check and reality stinks

Pacers lineup change doesn't change offensive struggles against tough Spurs defense.

Early concerns not showing improvement for Pacers after Spurs beatdown

The Indiana Pacers were blown out 101-79 at the hands of the San Antonio Spurs to drop the Pacers to 2-2 with little improvement shown through the season's first four games.

Pacers Final Score: Spurs step on Pacers 101-79

It didn't take long for the San Antonio Spurs to impose their will on the Indiana Pacers. The Pacers were hampered once again by countless turnovers, coupled with poor shooting, and the Spurs were off to the races.

Pacers Trail Spurs 47-38 at Halftime

The Indiana Pacers made it a game. The San Antonio Spurs were holding the Pacers to 22% shooting, and were able to push their second quarter lead to 20 points with 3:11 left in the half. For the first time all night, the Pacers not only found an offensive rhythm, but were able to land a few stops, closing the half on an 11-0 run to cut the game to single digits.

George Hill playing in San Antonio was poised to make an impact, and was able to lead the Pacers with 12 points and five assists. David West struggled in the first quarter, but upon his return became a catalyst to the Indiana comeback, scoring 10 in the period. Sam Young started in place of Gerald Green, who continues to play better with the bench, scoring seven. The Spurs built their lead on smooth offensive play, with Stephen Jackson leading the way with nine points.

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Pacers vs Spurs: Game thread, TV info and more

The Indiana Pacers visit the San Antonio Spurs on Monday night to tip off a three-game road trip.

Pacers vs. Spurs Links: Indiana opens road trip in San Antonio

The Pacers begins a three-game road trip in San Antonio on Monday night.