Pacers Dominate Bucks, Take Series Lead in Game 1

Gainbridge Fieldhouse was on fire Saturday as the Indiana Pacers put together a complete performance to trounce the Milwaukee Bucks 117-98 in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference playoff series.

Pascal Siakam led the way with 25 points, and Tyrese Haliburton dished out 12 assists in a game where the Pacers never let up. Indiana outscored Milwaukee with balanced contributions and lockdown defense, holding the Bucks to 9-of-37 from deep.

Game 2 is Tuesday in Indy.