The Indiana Pacers defeated the host Los Angeles Clippers, 133-116, at Crypto.com Arena on Monday.

While there were 11 ties and 12 lead changes in the first half, Indiana never relinquished the lead in the second half. That 36-28 second quarter carried the Pacers, riding a 68-54 second half to their road victory. Indiana shot 58 percent from the field and 61 percent from three-point range (17-of-28), while Los Angeles shot 54 percent from the field and 30 percent from long range (6-of-20).

The Pacers (41-32) were led by Pascal Siakam, providing 31 points, four rebounds and two assists. Myles Turner tallied 24 points and six rebounds. Tyrese Haliburton had 21 points, nine assists and two steals, while TJ McConnell led the bench with 15 points, two rebounds and six assists. Jarace Walker accrued eight points, four rebounds and seven assists.

The Clippers (44-27) were led by Paul George, finishing with 26 points, three assists and two steals. Kawhi Leonard collected 26 points, four rebounds, three assists and two steals. James Harden amassed 11 points, three rebounds and seven assists, while Ivica Zubac generated nine points, 11 rebounds and two assists. Norman Powell led the bench with 22 points and three boards.

Both teams return to action on Wednesday, with Indiana staying on the road to play the Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles traveling to face the Philadelphia 76ers.