Indiana Pacers Team Report - November 20

(Basketball News) - The Indiana Pacers picked up their third straight win Wednesday with a 91-78 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers at Conseco Fieldhouse.

Al Harrington started in place of injured forward Jermaine O’Neal and turned in a solid effort, scoring 22 points and grabbing nine rebounds. O’Neal was scratched before tip off due to tendinitis in his right knee and is listed as day-to-day.

Kenny Anderson and Austin Croshere added 13 points apiece for the Pacers, who have won eight of their last nine contests. At 9-2, the Pacers have the NBA’s best record.

The Pacers dominated the paint with 44 points to the Clippers’ 30. Overall, Indiana has held five opponents under 80 points this season.

Indiana’s next game is on Friday night in New Orleans against Baron Davis and the Hornets. The Pacers are in first place in the Central Division — just one-half game ahead of New Orleans (9-3).