Milwaukee Bucks Edge Indiana Pacers 128–127 in Preseason Thriller
In a closely contested 2026–27 NBA preseason game on October 16, the Milwaukee Bucks narrowly defeated the Indiana Pacers 128–127, highlighted by strong shooting from Tyler Herro and Pascal Siakam's prolific three-point scoring.
Archive recap · Listed by game date. First published Oct 17, 2026.
The Milwaukee Bucks secured a one-point victory over the Indiana Pacers with a final score of 128–127 on October 16, 2026, during the NBA preseason. Tyler Herro led the Bucks with 25 points on 10-of-16 shooting, including five three-pointers made out of seven attempts, contributing across 23 minutes of play. His efficient scoring was a pivotal factor in the Bucks' narrow win.
On the Pacers' side, Pascal Siakam showcased his shooting prowess by scoring 24 points on an impressive 8-of-10 field goals, including five three-pointers out of seven attempts, and added three free throws. Siakam's ability to convert from beyond the arc matched Herro's volume, demonstrating his offensive versatility in just 20 minutes.
Supporting Herro, Brayden Burries contributed 14 points along with seven rebounds and three assists, while Tyrese Haliburton added 17 points and six assists for Indiana. The contrast between the teams was underscored by the leading scorers' three-point shooting: Herro and Siakam both made five threes, but Herro took more shots overall, slightly edging Siakam in total scoring. This tight scoring duel between the two players reflected the overall balance in a game decided by a single point.
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