The Indiana Pacers pushed the Atlanta Hawks to the final minutes despite suiting up just six players, ultimately falling 108-104 in a remarkable display of resilience on Wednesday night.
Playing with a severely depleted roster, the Pacers refused to fold against the Hawks, keeping the game within striking distance throughout. The six available Indiana players logged heavy minutes and competed fiercely, but Atlanta's depth eventually proved decisive in the closing stretch.
The loss drops the Pacers in the standings while the Hawks secure a hard-fought victory. Indiana's next challenge will be regrouping and hoping for reinforcements as they navigate an injury crisis that has left the roster at historic lows.
