Pacers vs Milwaukee Bucks Match Player Stats delivered a gritty Eastern Conference divisional battle on February 7, 2026, at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee — and it was the Bucks who held on for a 105–99 victory.
Indiana fought back hard in the fourth quarter, outscoring Milwaukee 34–22 in the final frame, but the damage from a dominant second and third quarter was too much to overcome.
Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Indiana Pacers 105–99 at Fiserv Forum. The game ended in four quarters with no overtime needed.
The Bucks built a 20-point lead midway through the third quarter before the Pacers’ furious fourth-quarter comeback fell six points short.
This result moved Milwaukee to 27–37 on the season and kept Indiana firmly at the bottom of the Eastern Conference Central Division with a 15–50 record.
Indiana won the first quarter convincingly, outscoring Milwaukee 29–23. The Pacers looked sharp early and their bench unit was energetic from the opening tip.
Then Milwaukee flipped the switch. The Bucks dominated the second quarter 31–18, erasing Indiana’s early lead and building a 7-point halftime advantage.
Milwaukee continued to pour it on in the third quarter, winning it 29–18 and pushing their lead to as large as 20 points.
Indiana rallied hard in the fourth quarter, winning it 34–22, but it was a case of too little, too late.
| Quarter | Milwaukee Bucks | Indiana Pacers |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 23 | 29 |
| Q2 | 31 | 18 |
| Q3 | 29 | 18 |
| Q4 | 22 | 34 |
| Final | 105 | 99 |
Milwaukee dominated in nearly every team stat category that matters most. Their rebounding advantage was particularly significant.
The Bucks hauled in 58 total rebounds compared to Indiana’s 43. Milwaukee grabbed 13 offensive rebounds that led directly to 17 second-chance points — a stat that proved decisive.
Indiana actually shot better from two-point range (63.9% vs 59.6%) and from the free-throw line (81.0% vs 66.7%), but the Bucks simply had more possessions.
| Stat | Milwaukee Bucks | Indiana Pacers |
|---|---|---|
| Points | 105 | 99 |
| Field Goals Made/Att | 44/95 | 35/79 |
| FG% | 46.3% | 44.3% |
| 3-Pointers Made/Att | 13/43 | 12/43 |
| 3P% | 30.2% | 27.9% |
| Free Throws Made/Att | 4/6 | 17/21 |
| FT% | 66.7% | 81.0% |
| Total Rebounds | 58 | 43 |
| Offensive Rebounds | 13 | 5 |
| Assists | 26 | 26 |
| Steals | 4 | 9 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 9 |
| Points in Paint | 48 | 38 |
| Bench Points | 33 | 39 |
| Second-Chance Points | 17 | 8 |
| Fast Break Points | 8 | 8 |
| Points off Turnovers | 16 | 8 |
| Biggest Lead | 20 | 8 |
| Effective FG% | 53.2% | 51.9% |
Indiana’s bench actually outscored Milwaukee’s bench 39–33. The Pacers’ second unit was competitive throughout, but the starters couldn’t match Milwaukee’s starting lineup production.
Milwaukee’s top performance came from Kevin Porter Jr., who led all scorers with 23 points on 10-of-20 shooting. He added 7 rebounds, 8 assists, and 3 steals with just 2 turnovers — an excellent two-way performance.
Bobby Portis came off the bench for 21 points on 9-of-18 shooting including 3-of-7 from three. He was Milwaukee’s most dangerous offensive reserve and his fast-break presence kept Indiana’s defense guessing.
AJ Green added 14 points from the wing, connecting on 4 three-pointers. Myles Turner contributed a double-digit scoring effort alongside 10 rebounds. Jericho Sims was the energy big man off the bench with 15 rebounds and 4 assists.
| Player | Pos | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3P | FT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Porter Jr. | G | 23 | 7 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 10/20 | 0/6 | 3/3 | +3 |
| Bobby Portis | F | 21 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9/18 | 3/7 | 0/0 | -1 |
| AJ Green | F | 14 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5/14 | 4/12 | 0/0 | +9 |
| Myles Turner | C | 9 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4/10 | 1/5 | 0/0 | +11 |
| Jericho Sims | F | 4 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2/3 | 0/0 | 0/1 | +9 |
| Pete Nance | F | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2/3 | 1/1 | 0/0 | -4 |
| Gary Trent Jr. | G | 7 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3/5 | 0/2 | 1/2 | -5 |
| Gary Harris | G | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0/3 | 0/2 | 0/0 | +2 |
Milwaukee Team Total: 105 pts | 58 reb | 26 ast | 4 stl | 2 blk | 44/95 FG | 13/43 3P | 4/6 FT
Kevin Porter Jr. led Milwaukee with a game-high +3 plus-minus as a starter. Jericho Sims had the best plus-minus on the team at +9, showing how dominant the Bucks were when he was on the court.
Myles Turner also finished at +11, his best performance in the paint this season against a Pacers frontcourt that struggled to match his physicality.
Andrew Nembhard led the Pacers in scoring with 22 points. He shot 6-of-17 from the field but went a perfect 7-of-7 from the free-throw line. His 8 assists and 1 steal complemented his scoring nicely.
Pascal Siakam added 19 points with 6 rebounds and 4 assists. He drew 6 fouls but shot just 1-of-8 from three-point range and 50% from the free-throw line — an inconsistent night for Indiana’s lead forward.
Jarace Walker was Indiana’s most efficient performer with 15 points on 6-of-9 shooting, 9 rebounds, and a standout +11 plus-minus. Walker showed the most fight of any Pacer and was the engine of their fourth-quarter run.
Aaron Nesmith provided 12 points off the bench with 2 steals. T.J. McConnell added 8 efficient points on 4-of-6 shooting with 6 assists and zero turnovers — exactly the spark Indiana needed from its backup point guard.
| Player | Pos | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3P | FT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Nembhard | G | 22 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 6/17 | 3/10 | 7/7 | -11 |
| Pascal Siakam | F | 19 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 7/19 | 1/8 | 4/8 | -10 |
| Jarace Walker | F | 15 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6/9 | 1/3 | 2/2 | +11 |
| Aaron Nesmith | G | 12 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4/9 | 2/6 | 2/2 | +9 |
| T.J. McConnell | G | 8 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 4/6 | 0/1 | 0/0 | +3 |
| Micah Potter | C | 8 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3/5 | 2/4 | 0/0 | +2 |
| Johnny Furphy | F | 2 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1/4 | 0/2 | 0/0 | +1 |
| Jay Huff | C | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1/4 | 1/4 | 2/2 | -22 |
| Ben Sheppard | G | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2/4 | 2/4 | 0/0 | +1 |
| Kam Jones | G | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1/2 | 0/1 | 0/0 | -14 |
Indiana Team Total: 99 pts | 43 reb | 26 ast | 9 stl | 4 blk | 35/79 FG | 12/43 3P | 17/21 FT
Jay Huff had the worst plus-minus on the Pacers at -22, highlighting how poor Indiana’s interior defense was during Milwaukee’s dominant second and third quarters.
Kam Jones also finished at -14, with Indiana struggling to generate offense through their secondary guards in the first three quarters of the game.
Kevin Porter Jr.’s play in the second and third quarters was the turning point of this game. He orchestrated Milwaukee’s dominant 31-18 second quarter with relentless drives to the paint.
Porter finished with 20 of his 23 points in the paint — a 10-of-12 mark at the rim showing exactly how he broke down Indiana’s interior defense.
Jericho Sims was the unsung hero for Milwaukee. His 15 rebounds included 4 offensive boards that directly led to second-chance points during the decisive third quarter.
For Indiana, Jarace Walker’s fourth-quarter performance was the lone bright spot. He scored 9 of his 15 points in the fourth frame and his +11 plus-minus was the best of any player in this game.
T.J. McConnell’s burst off the bench helped Indiana cut the deficit from 20 to 8 at one point in the fourth quarter. His 4-of-6 shooting and 6 assists with zero turnovers were the kind of steady play Indiana’s starters needed to replicate.
Milwaukee’s advantage in second-chance opportunities fundamentally changed this game. Their 13 offensive rebounds led to 17 second-chance points compared to Indiana’s 8 off just 5 offensive boards.
| Advanced Stat | Milwaukee Bucks | Indiana Pacers |
|---|---|---|
| Effective FG% | 53.2% | 51.9% |
| True Shooting% | 53.8% | 56.1% |
| FG at Rim (Made/Att) | 15/21 (71.4%) | 12/14 (85.7%) |
| Midrange FG% | 36.8% | 30.8% |
| Points in Paint | 48 | 38 |
| Second-Chance Pts | 17 | 8 |
| Points off Turnovers | 16 | 8 |
| Offensive Rating | 108.7 | 107.3 |
| Defensive Rating | 107.3 | 108.7 |
| Possessions | 96.64 | 92.24 |
Interestingly, Indiana had a higher true shooting percentage (56.1% vs 53.8%) and were more efficient at the rim (85.7% vs 71.4%). But Milwaukee created far more possessions and punished every Indiana turnover with points.
Milwaukee scored 16 points off Indiana’s 9 turnovers. Indiana scored just 8 points off Milwaukee’s 12 turnovers — a 13-point swing that explains much of the final margin.
This game has real implications in the Eastern Conference Central Division standings. Both teams are playing very different types of basketball in the 2025-26 season.
Milwaukee sits in third place in the Central Division with a 27-37 record — barely above the .500 line needed to avoid the play-in tournament conversation. The Bucks have been inconsistent but capable of beating anyone on a good night.
Indiana sits fifth in the Central and second-to-last in the entire Eastern Conference at 15-50. The Pacers are clearly in rebuilding mode, developing young talent like Jarace Walker and Johnny Furphy.
| Rank | Team | W | L | Win% | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Detroit Pistons | 46 | 18 | .719 | Central |
| 2 | Cleveland Cavaliers | 40 | 25 | .615 | Central |
| 3 | Milwaukee Bucks | 27 | 37 | .422 | Central |
| 4 | Chicago Bulls | 27 | 38 | .415 | Central |
| 5 | Indiana Pacers | 15 | 50 | .231 | Central |
Detroit Pistons are running away with the Central Division title at 46-18. Cleveland is in second. Milwaukee and Chicago are locked in a tight battle for third and the playoff positioning that comes with it.
Indiana at 15-50 has the second-worst record in the Eastern Conference, behind only the Brooklyn Nets at 17-48.
| Rank | Team | W | L | Win% | Conference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boston Celtics | 43 | 22 | .662 | East |
| 2 | New York Knicks | 41 | 25 | .621 | East |
| 3 | Detroit Pistons | 46 | 18 | .719 | East |
| 4 | Cleveland Cavaliers | 40 | 25 | .615 | East |
| 5 | Miami Heat | 37 | 29 | .561 | East |
| 6 | Toronto Raptors | 36 | 28 | .563 | East |
| 7 | Orlando Magic | 35 | 28 | .556 | East |
| 8 | Philadelphia 76ers | 35 | 30 | .538 | East |
| 9 | Atlanta Hawks | 34 | 31 | .523 | East |
| 10 | Charlotte Hornets | 33 | 33 | .500 | East |
| 11 | Milwaukee Bucks | 27 | 37 | .422 | East |
| 12 | Chicago Bulls | 27 | 38 | .415 | East |
| 13 | Washington Wizards | 16 | 48 | .250 | East |
| 14 | Indiana Pacers | 15 | 50 | .231 | East |
| 15 | Brooklyn Nets | 17 | 48 | .262 | East |
Milwaukee at 27-37 is currently outside the playoff picture. They sit 10 games behind the eighth-place Philadelphia 76ers with limited time remaining in the regular season.
Indiana’s 15-50 record is a dramatic fall from their 2024-25 Eastern Conference Finals appearance. This season represents a transition year for the Pacers organization.
Several key pieces from Indiana’s playoff run departed in the offseason. The team has leaned heavily on Pascal Siakam as the veteran anchor while developing younger players like Jarace Walker, Johnny Furphy, and Kam Jones.
Siakam is averaging around 19 points per game this season. He remains Indiana’s most reliable scorer despite the team’s overall struggles. His shot selection and three-point efficiency have been areas of concern throughout 2025-26.
Andrew Nembhard has been steady as the primary ball-handler. His 22-point effort against Milwaukee showed his scoring ability, though his 6-of-17 shooting reflects the inconsistency that has affected the entire Pacers roster this season.
Jarace Walker’s development has been one of the few genuine bright spots. He showed in this game exactly why the Pacers view him as a key part of their future — his efficiency, rebounding, and two-way play were impressive.
Milwaukee’s 27-37 record is a disappointing season by Bucks standards. After years of competing at the top of the Eastern Conference, this year has been marked by inconsistency and roster transition.
Kevin Porter Jr. has emerged as a reliable lead guard and his 23-point, 8-assist performance against Indiana was one of his best games of the season. He’s averaged 16.2 points and 6.4 assists per game this year.
Bobby Portis has been one of Milwaukee’s most consistent offensive contributors off the bench. His scoring punch, three-point shooting, and offensive rebounding make him a matchup problem for every team in the league.
Jericho Sims has stepped into an expanded role this season and his 15-rebound performance against Indiana was a career highlight. His activity and effort on the glass has given Milwaukee a physical edge they often need.
Myles Turner continues to be a reliable two-way big man. His rim protection (averaging 2.1 blocks per game) and ability to step out and hit mid-range jumpers give Milwaukee’s offense versatility.
The two teams are scheduled to meet again very soon. Milwaukee hosts Indiana at Fiserv Forum on March 15, 2026, a rematch that tips off at 1:30 PM ET.
Indiana will be looking to avenge this February defeat and show improvement. The Pacers’ fourth-quarter run in the first meeting showed they can compete for stretches, but sustaining that effort for a full 48 minutes remains the challenge.
Milwaukee will want to start faster and not let Indiana win the opening quarter again. Porter Jr. and Portis will likely be the focal points of their offensive game plan once again.
This second meeting carries added weight for Milwaukee’s playoff positioning. A win strengthens their case for staying in the play-in tournament race with just under a month left in the regular season.
The two teams have faced each other twice so far in the 2025-26 regular season. Milwaukee leads the season series 1-0 after the February 7 result.
The March 15 rematch will determine whether Milwaukee can sweep the season series or Indiana can split. Given Indiana’s record, every competitive game is meaningful for their development.
Historically, the Pacers vs Bucks rivalry in the Central Division has produced some memorable playoff matchups. The teams have met in the playoffs three times since 2019, with each series going to at least five games.
From a fantasy basketball perspective, several players delivered significant value in this matchup.
Kevin Porter Jr. — 23 pts, 7 reb, 8 ast, 3 stl — was a premium fantasy performer. He is a strong streaming option in leagues with standard scoring formats.
Jericho Sims — 4 pts, 15 reb, 4 ast, 2 blk — is a rebounding monster worth owning in any points or category league. His 15-rebound game was his best of the season.
Andrew Nembhard — 22 pts, 2 reb, 8 ast, 7-7 FTs — gave fantasy managers strong assist and free-throw numbers.
Jarace Walker — 15 pts, 9 reb, 1 ast, 1 stl, 1 blk — is a must-add in dynasty formats given his age and efficiency. His 75.9% true shooting percentage in this game was elite.
Pascal Siakam — 19 pts, 6 reb, 4 ast, 1 stl, 1 blk — remains a solid fantasy anchor despite the inefficient shooting night. His usage as Indiana’s clear number one option ensures volume even on bad shooting nights.
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| Region | Platform |
|---|---|
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| Indiana Local | Bally Sports Indiana |
| Milwaukee Local | Bally Sports Wisconsin |
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| International | NBA League Pass International |
| Mobile | NBA App (with subscription) |
The March 15 rematch between Indiana and Milwaukee is scheduled to tip off at 1:30 PM ET and will be available on local Bally Sports broadcasts and NBA League Pass.
The Indiana Pacers and Milwaukee Bucks have a long history as Central Division rivals. Dating back to the early days of the ABA-to-NBA merger era, these two franchises have shared a division for decades.
Indiana holds an all-time winning record in the regular season matchups between these two franchises. Their playoff history has been particularly dramatic, with the 2019 first-round series being their most recent postseason encounter.
In the 2025-26 season, both teams are far from playoff contention, making these divisional matchups more about development and positioning than playoff seeding. But the rivalry remains fierce every time these two Central Division neighbors meet on the court.
Rick Carlisle’s Indiana Pacers showed fight in the fourth quarter but were far too passive in the second and third frames. The 18-point second quarter and 18-point third quarter both reflected poor shot selection and a lack of urgency on defense.
Carlisle’s decision to start Jay Huff at center backfired. Huff finished -22 in his stint, and Milwaukee’s guards and wings repeatedly exploited the matchup. Indiana’s best lineup with Walker at power forward and a smaller, quicker center had more success.
Milwaukee’s coaching staff deserved credit for making the halftime adjustments that allowed them to dominate the middle two quarters. Getting Porter Jr. into the paint more frequently in the second half was the key tactical shift.
Bobby Portis coming off the bench rather than starting gave Milwaukee a second-unit advantage that Indiana couldn’t match until their own bench units were on the floor.
Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Indiana Pacers 105–99 on February 7, 2026, at Fiserv Forum. Indiana rallied in the fourth quarter but couldn’t overcome Milwaukee’s dominant second and third quarters.
Kevin Porter Jr. led all scorers with 23 points on 10-of-20 shooting. He also added 7 rebounds, 8 assists, and 3 steals in an outstanding two-way performance.
Siakam scored 19 points with 6 rebounds and 4 assists but shot inefficiently — just 1-of-8 from three and 50% from the free-throw line — finishing with a -10 plus-minus in 19 points.
Andrew Nembhard led Indiana with 22 points and 8 assists. Jarace Walker was the most efficient Pacer with 15 points, 9 rebounds, and a +11 plus-minus on 6-of-9 shooting.
Milwaukee shot 46.3% from the field and 30.2% from three. Indiana shot 44.3% from the field and 27.9% from three but made 17 of 21 free throws compared to Milwaukee’s 4 of 6.
The rematch is scheduled for March 15, 2026, at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. Tip-off is set for 1:30 PM ET and the game is available on Bally Sports regional broadcasts and NBA League Pass.
As of March 11, 2026, Milwaukee Bucks are 27-37 (third in the Central Division). Indiana Pacers are 15-50 (fifth in the Central Division and 14th in the Eastern Conference).
Milwaukee won the second quarter 31-18 and the third quarter 29-18, building a 20-point lead. Their 13 offensive rebounds led to 17 second-chance points — a key stat that Indiana couldn’t overcome.
Myles Turner and Jericho Sims each finished at +11 for Milwaukee. Jarace Walker led all Indiana players with +11. Jay Huff had the worst plus-minus of any player in the game at -22 for Indiana.
The full official box score is available on NBA.com, ESPN, and Basketball Reference. All player stats, shooting splits, and advanced metrics from the February 7, 2026 game are tracked on those platforms in real time.
The Pacers vs Milwaukee Bucks match on February 7, 2026 was a classic tale of two halves — or more accurately, a tale of two teams heading in completely different directions.
Milwaukee showed exactly why they remain competitive in the Eastern Conference, with Kevin Porter Jr.’s brilliance, Jericho Sims’ rebounding dominance, and Bobby Portis’ scoring punch off the bench combining for a decisive 105-99 win. Indiana’s fourth-quarter spirit — led by Jarace Walker and the Pacers bench — gave glimpses of what this young roster can eventually become.
For Milwaukee, this win was crucial in their play-in tournament positioning battle. For Indiana, it was another development game with genuine bright spots buried inside a difficult overall result. The March 15 rematch at Fiserv Forum gives the Pacers a quick chance at redemption.
If Indiana can replicate their fourth-quarter energy for a full 48 minutes and clean up the turnover-to-points-allowed disparity, they have enough talent to compete in that game. Bookmark this page for the updated box score, player stats, and live score coverage from every Pacers vs Bucks matchup throughout the 2025-26 NBA season.