Obi Toppin delivered a stunning performance, scoring a season-high 34 points and netting seven out of ten three-point attempts, to lead the Indiana Pacers to an overtime victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Despite being without their top six scorers during the crucial moments, the Pacers managed to secure the win. The game was marked by Anthony Edwards' impressive 38-point contribution for the Timberwolves, with 29 of those points coming after halftime.
The Timberwolves held a five-point lead with just one minute remaining in overtime. However, Thomas Bryant's crucial three-pointer kept the Pacers in contention. As the clock wound down, Edwards attempted a deep shot that missed, setting the stage for Toppin's clutch three-pointer that ultimately turned the game in favor of the Pacers. Julius Randle's fadeaway shot at the buzzer fell short, sealing the victory for Indiana.
The Pacers played with a fast and loose style, relying on their bench players as regulars Pascal Siakam, Tyrese Haliburton, Aaron Nesmith, and Myles Turner rested in preparation for an upcoming five-game homestand. T.J. McConnell played a pivotal role with 11 points and 13 assists, including a tying layup with just 4.6 seconds left in regulation time.
Despite being short-handed with four starters absent from the game, the Pacers demonstrated resilience. Andrew Nembhard was ejected in the third quarter, adding another challenge to their lineup. Bennedict Mathurin also fouled out in the fourth quarter, yet Indiana's substitutes stepped up to maintain their momentum.
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