Indiana Pacers Outshoot Minnesota Timberwolves 123-112 in Preseason Clash
The Indiana Pacers secured a 123–112 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on October 7, 2026, highlighted by Aaron Nesmith's efficient shooting and a balanced offensive effort.
Archive recap · Listed by game date. First published Oct 17, 2026.
In the 2026–27 NBA preseason game on October 7, the Indiana Pacers defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 123–112. Aaron Nesmith led the Pacers with 19 points, making an impressive 7 of 9 shots including 4 of 6 from beyond the arc, all within 15 minutes. His efficient perimeter shooting set a strong tone for Indiana’s offense.
Jay Huff also contributed significantly for Indiana, adding 16 points along with 4 rebounds and 4 assists. He connected on 6 of 11 field goals and 2 of 4 three-pointers, providing a complementary scoring and playmaking presence.
On the Minnesota side, Anthony Edwards matched Nesmith’s 19 points, shooting 5 of 10 overall and 4 of 5 on three-pointers, while also making 5 of 6 free throws. Jaden McDaniels added 16 points, hitting 6 of 10 shots and 4 of 6 from three-point range. Despite their scoring efforts, the Timberwolves fell short by 11 points.
The key contrast lay in Nesmith’s perfect efficiency from the field compared to Edwards’ higher volume but less efficient shooting. Indiana’s ability to convert at a higher rate, especially from three-point range, gave them the edge in this preseason matchup.
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