Oklahoma City Thunder vs Indiana Pacers match player stats from their January 24, 2026 contest produced one of the most thrilling upsets of the NBA season.
The Indiana Pacers stormed into Paycom Center and stunned the West-leading Thunder 117-114 in a game that came down to the final possessions.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered a jaw-dropping 47-point performance for OKC — the highest individual score of the game — but Andrew Nembhard’s 27-point, 11-assist double-double and Jarace Walker’s 26 points powered Indiana to a stunning road victory.
Every stat, every quarter, every player is broken down in full below.
The Oklahoma City Thunder hosted the Indiana Pacers on January 24, 2026 at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. What followed was a genuine upset — the Pacers, one of the Eastern Conference’s most struggling teams in 2025-26, walked into the home of the NBA’s top team and won.
Indiana won 117-114 in a game that was not fully decided until the final seconds. The Pacers built a lead as large as 17 points in the first half and withstood a massive OKC rally fueled entirely by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 47-point eruption.
The Thunder finished as the better team on paper — they shot 48.8% from the field compared to Indiana’s 46.9%, and they outscored the Pacers from the free throw line 27-11 in makes. But Indiana’s ball movement, offensive rebounding, and clutch shooting down the stretch were enough to steal a road win against the West’s best.
| Quarter | Oklahoma City Thunder | Indiana Pacers |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 28 | 39 |
| Q2 | 25 | 19 |
| Q3 | 32 | 31 |
| Q4 | 29 | 28 |
| Final | 114 | 117 |
Indiana’s dominant first quarter — 39 points to OKC’s 28 — was the foundation of the victory. The Pacers built a massive early cushion that the Thunder spent the rest of the game chasing.
OKC battled back with a strong second quarter 25-19 edge and a 32-31 third quarter. But every time Oklahoma City threatened to take the lead, Indiana found a way to make a clutch basket or defensive stop. The Pacers biggest lead in the game was 17 points. The Thunder’s biggest lead was just 2.
| Stat Category | Oklahoma City Thunder | Indiana Pacers |
|---|---|---|
| Points | 114 | 117 |
| Field Goals Made/Att | 40/82 | 45/96 |
| Field Goal % | 48.8% | 46.9% |
| Three-Pointers Made/Att | 7/26 | 16/38 |
| Three-Point % | 26.9% | 42.1% |
| Free Throws Made/Att | 27/30 | 11/20 |
| Free Throw % | 90.0% | 55.0% |
| Total Rebounds | 47 | 59 |
| Offensive Rebounds | 4 | 14 |
| Defensive Rebounds | 37 | 37 |
| Assists | 18 | 34 |
| Steals | 4 | 5 |
| Blocks | 8 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 11 |
| Points in Paint | 44 | 48 |
| Fast Break Points | 3 | 6 |
| Second Chance Points | 8 | 14 |
| Bench Points | 23 | 22 |
| Biggest Lead | 2 | 17 |
| Effective FG% | 53.0% | 55.2% |
| Offensive Rating | 113.8 | 114.9 |
| Defensive Rating | 114.9 | 113.8 |
| True Shooting % | 59.9% | 55.8% |
Indiana’s three-point shooting was the decisive edge. The Pacers made 16 three-pointers at 42.1% compared to OKC’s 7 made at just 26.9%. That nine three-pointer advantage — worth 27 extra points from distance — more than cancelled out the Thunder’s massive free throw edge of 27 makes to Indiana’s 11.
The Pacers also dominated the boards with 59 total rebounds to OKC’s 47. Their 14 offensive rebounds generated 14 second chance points — double the Thunder’s 8 second chance points from just 4 offensive boards.
Indiana’s assist total was extraordinary. The Pacers recorded 34 assists — nearly double OKC’s 18 — reflecting how beautifully their offense shared the ball and moved through the Thunder’s defense all night long.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander put on one of the great individual performances of the 2025-26 NBA season in this Thunder vs Pacers matchup. SGA finished with 47 points, becoming the engine that nearly single-handedly dragged OKC back from a massive deficit.
He shot 60.7% from the field (17-of-28), went a perfect 12-of-12 from the free throw line, and added 4 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block. His efficiency score of 53 and true shooting percentage of 70.6% were both the highest of any player on either team. SGA scored 20 points in the paint and converted 7 second chance points — an unstoppable force in the halfcourt all night long.
His offensive rating of 140.6 was one of the best individual marks of the entire NBA season at that point. The fact that the Thunder still lost despite 47 points from their superstar speaks to how well Indiana played as a complete team.
| Stat | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander |
|---|---|
| Points | 47 |
| Rebounds | 4 (1 OFF, 3 DEF) |
| Assists | 4 |
| Steals | 1 |
| Blocks | 1 |
| Turnovers | 1 |
| Field Goals | 17/28 (60.7%) |
| Three-Pointers | 1/4 (25.0%) |
| Free Throws | 12/12 (100%) |
| Points in Paint | 20 |
| Second Chance Points | 7 |
| Plus/Minus | +4 |
| Efficiency Score | 53 |
| True Shooting % | 70.6% |
| Offensive Rating | 140.6 |
Chet Holmgren was OKC’s second-best player in this game and the only other Thunder player to truly match Indiana’s contributors. Holmgren delivered 25 points and 13 rebounds — a legitimate double-double — while shooting 57.1% from the field (8-of-14) and 50% from three (2-of-4).
He made 7 of 8 free throws at 87.5% and added 3 blocks — his defensive versatility a constant thorn in Indiana’s paint attempts. Holmgren’s efficiency score of 37 and true shooting percentage of 71.3% were elite marks, and his plus-13 was the best on the Thunder roster.
| Stat | Chet Holmgren |
|---|---|
| Points | 25 |
| Rebounds | 13 (0 OFF, 13 DEF) |
| Assists | 3 |
| Blocks | 3 |
| Field Goals | 8/14 (57.1%) |
| Three-Pointers | 2/4 (50.0%) |
| Free Throws | 7/8 (87.5%) |
| Points in Paint | 8 |
| Plus/Minus | +13 |
| Efficiency Score | 37 |
| True Shooting % | 71.3% |
| Defensive Rebound % | 36.8% |
Kenrich Williams was quietly effective for OKC with 12 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block. He shot an efficient 62.5% from the field (5-of-8) and converted all five of his paint attempts, posting a points-in-paint total of 10. Williams was one of the Thunder’s most complete contributors on both ends of the floor.
| Stat | Kenrich Williams |
|---|---|
| Points | 12 |
| Rebounds | 7 (1 OFF, 6 DEF) |
| Assists | 4 |
| Steals | 1 |
| Blocks | 1 |
| Field Goals | 5/8 (62.5%) |
| Free Throws | 2/3 (66.7%) |
| Points in Paint | 10 |
| Plus/Minus | -7 |
| Efficiency Score | 21 |
| True Shooting % | 64.4% |
Cason Wallace chipped in 10 points on solid 42.9% shooting, hitting 3-of-4 three-point attempts at 75.0%. He added 5 rebounds and 2 steals and was 0 in plus/minus — exactly breaking even during his minutes. Wallace’s perimeter shooting gave OKC a secondary outside threat alongside SGA.
| Stat | Cason Wallace |
|---|---|
| Points | 10 |
| Rebounds | 5 |
| Assists | 1 |
| Steals | 2 |
| Field Goals | 3/7 (42.9%) |
| Three-Pointers | 3/4 (75.0%) |
| Free Throws | 1/2 (50.0%) |
| Plus/Minus | 0 |
| Efficiency Score | 11 |
Ousmane Dieng delivered a sharp 7-point cameo off the bench, shooting 60.0% from the field (3-of-5) and hitting a three-pointer. He contributed 2 rebounds, 1 assist, and 2 blocks in limited minutes while posting a plus-5 — one of OKC’s better bench contributors in this game.
| Stat | Ousmane Dieng |
|---|---|
| Points | 7 |
| Rebounds | 2 |
| Assists | 1 |
| Blocks | 2 |
| Field Goals | 3/5 (60.0%) |
| Three-Pointers | 1/2 (50.0%) |
| Plus/Minus | +5 |
| Fast Break Points | 3 |
| Efficiency Score | 10 |
Isaiah Joe scored 7 points on 28.6% shooting (2-of-7), connecting on no three-pointers from 5 attempts but making all 3 free throws. He grabbed 2 rebounds and had 1 assist. Joe finished plus-7 despite the cold shooting night.
| Stat | Isaiah Joe |
|---|---|
| Points | 7 |
| Rebounds | 2 |
| Assists | 1 |
| Turnovers | 1 |
| Field Goals | 2/7 (28.6%) |
| Three-Pointers | 0/5 (0%) |
| Free Throws | 3/3 (100%) |
| Plus/Minus | +7 |
Jaylin Williams had a difficult night — 2 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, and 4 turnovers. Despite the stat contributions, his 4 turnovers and minus-2 rating reflect a night where the matchup proved challenging.
| Stat | Jaylin Williams |
|---|---|
| Points | 2 |
| Rebounds | 5 (1 OFF, 4 DEF) |
| Assists | 3 |
| Turnovers | 4 |
| Blocks | 1 |
| Free Throws | 2/2 (100%) |
| Plus/Minus | -2 |
Carlson was one of OKC’s least effective contributors — 2 points, 0 rebounds, and 1 turnover in limited minutes. He posted minus-12, the worst rating on the Thunder roster in this game.
| Stat | Branden Carlson |
|---|---|
| Points | 2 |
| Turnovers | 1 |
| Field Goals | 1/3 (33.3%) |
| Plus/Minus | -12 |
| Player | POS | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG% | 3P% | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | G | 47 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 60.7% | 25.0% | +4 |
| Chet Holmgren | C | 25 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 57.1% | 50.0% | +13 |
| Kenrich Williams | G-F | 12 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 62.5% | — | -7 |
| Cason Wallace | G | 10 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 42.9% | 75.0% | 0 |
| Isaiah Joe | F | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 28.6% | 0% | +7 |
| Ousmane Dieng | F | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 60.0% | 50.0% | +5 |
| Jaylin Williams | F | 2 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 1 | — | — | -2 |
| Branden Carlson | C | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 33.3% | — | -12 |
| Brooks Barnhizer | G | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | -6 |
Andrew Nembhard was the undisputed best player in this Oklahoma City Thunder vs Indiana Pacers match and the primary reason Indiana walked away with the victory. He delivered a stunning double-double of 27 points and 11 assists — one of the finest individual road performances any Pacer has posted this season.
Nembhard shot 62.5% from the field (10-of-16), hit 4-of-7 three-pointers at 57.1%, and added 7 rebounds and 3 assists on top of his basket count. His true shooting percentage of 76.0% was the best of any player in the game — better even than SGA. His assist-to-turnover ratio of 3.67 showed elite composure for a player who touched the ball so frequently.
His plus-16 was the best of any player on either roster, and his efficiency score of 34 placed him second only to SGA’s 53 across the entire box score.
| Stat | Andrew Nembhard |
|---|---|
| Points | 27 |
| Rebounds | 7 (1 OFF, 6 DEF) |
| Assists | 11 |
| Turnovers | 3 |
| Field Goals | 10/16 (62.5%) |
| Three-Pointers | 4/7 (57.1%) |
| Free Throws | 3/4 (75.0%) |
| Points in Paint | 8 |
| Second Chance Points | 2 |
| Plus/Minus | +16 |
| Efficiency Score | 34 |
| True Shooting % | 76.0% |
| Offensive Rating | 142.1 |
| Assist/Turnover Ratio | 3.67 |
Jarace Walker was Indiana’s leading scorer with 26 points and the most physically aggressive Pacer on the floor all night. He shot 53.3% from the field (8-of-15), hit 3-of-6 three-pointers, and earned 7 free throw attempts — converting at 63.6%. His plus-9 and efficiency score of 24 reflected a complete, high-impact performance.
Walker scored 10 points in the paint, grabbed 4 rebounds, dished 3 assists, and recorded 2 steals. He was the Pacers’ go-to scorer in key moments — particularly in the fourth quarter when OKC kept threatening to complete their comeback.
| Stat | Jarace Walker |
|---|---|
| Points | 26 |
| Rebounds | 4 |
| Assists | 3 |
| Steals | 2 |
| Turnovers | 2 |
| Field Goals | 8/15 (53.3%) |
| Three-Pointers | 3/6 (50.0%) |
| Free Throws | 7/11 (63.6%) |
| Points in Paint | 10 |
| Second Chance Points | 3 |
| Fast Break Points | 3 |
| Plus/Minus | +9 |
| Efficiency Score | 24 |
| True Shooting % | 65.5% |
Pascal Siakam delivered 21 points and 6 rebounds with 6 assists, making him one of Indiana’s most complete contributors in the game. He shot 45.0% from the field (9-of-20), hit 2-of-6 three-pointers, and scored 12 points in the paint — the most of any Pacer on inside scoring.
Siakam’s assist-to-turnover ratio of 6.0 was exceptional — 6 dimes against just 1 turnover — and his offensive playmaking complemented Nembhard’s ball distribution throughout the night. He finished minus-6, but his positive individual production was a net benefit for Indiana’s offense.
| Stat | Pascal Siakam |
|---|---|
| Points | 21 |
| Rebounds | 6 (1 OFF, 5 DEF) |
| Assists | 6 |
| Turnovers | 1 |
| Field Goals | 9/20 (45.0%) |
| Three-Pointers | 2/6 (33.3%) |
| Free Throws | 1/3 (33.3%) |
| Points in Paint | 12 |
| Plus/Minus | -6 |
| Efficiency Score | 20 |
| Assist/Turnover Ratio | 6.0 |
Aaron Nesmith came off the bench and contributed a sharp 17 points on 50% shooting (7-of-14), converting 3-of-5 threes and adding 5 rebounds and 5 assists. His effective field goal percentage of 60.7% was strong, and his 0 plus/minus showed that the game was genuinely competitive during his minutes.
Nesmith scored 6 points in the paint, added 3 fast break points, and posted 2 offensive rebounds to contribute to Indiana’s strong second-chance point total.
| Stat | Aaron Nesmith |
|---|---|
| Points | 17 |
| Rebounds | 5 (2 OFF, 3 DEF) |
| Assists | 5 |
| Turnovers | 2 |
| Field Goals | 7/14 (50.0%) |
| Three-Pointers | 3/5 (60.0%) |
| Points in Paint | 6 |
| Fast Break Points | 3 |
| Plus/Minus | 0 |
| Effective FG% | 60.7% |
Johnny Furphy had a unique box score line — just 4 points on 22.2% shooting — but his impact went far beyond scoring. He hauled in 10 rebounds (4 offensive), dished 3 assists, added 1 steal, and 1 block. Furphy’s 4 offensive rebounds gave Indiana repeated second-chance possessions in critical moments.
His offensive rebound percentage of 11.3% was one of the best on the team, and his hustle plays on the glass were a major reason Indiana accumulated 14 offensive rebounds on the night.
| Stat | Johnny Furphy |
|---|---|
| Points | 4 |
| Rebounds | 10 (4 OFF, 6 DEF) |
| Assists | 3 |
| Steals | 1 |
| Blocks | 1 |
| Field Goals | 2/9 (22.2%) |
| Second Chance Points | 2 |
| Offensive Rebound % | 11.3% |
| Plus/Minus | 0 |
| Efficiency Score | 7 |
TJ McConnell added 6 points, 2 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 steals in his bench role. He shot 33.3% from the field (3-of-9) but consistently pressured OKC’s ball handlers with his defensive activity. His minus-5 rating reflected a stretch where the Thunder cut into the lead while he was on the floor.
| Stat | T.J. McConnell |
|---|---|
| Points | 6 |
| Rebounds | 2 |
| Assists | 3 |
| Steals | 2 |
| Field Goals | 3/9 (33.3%) |
| Points in Paint | 4 |
| Plus/Minus | -5 |
| Efficiency Score | 4 |
Ben Sheppard was razor-sharp in limited minutes — 6 points on 50.0% shooting, hitting 2-of-3 threes at 66.7%, and adding 2 assists. His true shooting percentage of 75.0% and plus-3 reflected a clean, efficient contribution off the Pacers bench.
| Stat | Ben Sheppard |
|---|---|
| Points | 6 |
| Rebounds | 1 |
| Assists | 2 |
| Field Goals | 2/4 (50.0%) |
| Three-Pointers | 2/3 (66.7%) |
| Plus/Minus | -3 |
| True Shooting % | 75.0% |
| Player | POS | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG% | 3P% | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Nembhard | G | 27 | 7 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 62.5% | 57.1% | +16 |
| Jarace Walker | F | 26 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 53.3% | 50.0% | +9 |
| Pascal Siakam | C | 21 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 45.0% | 33.3% | -6 |
| Aaron Nesmith | G | 17 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 50.0% | 60.0% | 0 |
| Johnny Furphy | F | 4 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 22.2% | — | 0 |
| T.J. McConnell | G | 6 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% | — | -5 |
| Ben Sheppard | G | 6 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.0% | 66.7% | -3 |
The single biggest reason Indiana won this Oklahoma City Thunder vs Indiana Pacers match was three-point shooting. The Pacers shot 42.1% from three (16-of-38). OKC shot just 26.9% from three (7-of-26).
That nine-made three-pointer differential was worth 27 additional points from distance for Indiana. Even with OKC’s massive free throw edge — 27 makes to Indiana’s 11 — the Pacers’ perimeter shooting generated enough offense to stay ahead.
Andrew Nembhard led the way with 4-of-7 from deep. Jarace Walker hit 3-of-6. Aaron Nesmith hit 3-of-5. Ben Sheppard hit 2-of-3. It was a collective assault on OKC’s perimeter defense.
Indiana’s 34 assists — nearly double OKC’s 18 — was the signature stat that defined the Pacers’ approach. Andrew Nembhard’s 11 assists alone would have nearly matched the Thunder team’s total.
The Pacers moved the ball with exceptional pace and purpose. Siakam created shots for others while also scoring, Nembhard ran the show with point-guard precision, and Nesmith and Walker both found teammates off skip passes from the top of the key.
OKC’s 18 assists in comparison reflected a more isolation-heavy approach — understandable given that SGA was in a zone and demanded the ball — but it ultimately limited their offensive variety when Gilgeous-Alexander was not directly involved.
Indiana’s 14 offensive rebounds compared to OKC’s 4 generated 14 second chance points against the Thunder’s 8 second chance points. That is a 6-point second chance advantage on top of an already higher-scoring night.
Johnny Furphy grabbed 4 offensive boards by himself. Jarace Walker added 2 more. Every Pacer in the game grabbed at least one offensive rebound. For OKC — a team that relies on spacing and transition — giving up 14 offensive boards was a critical lapse in defensive rebounding discipline.
The most compelling statistical narrative in this Thunder vs Pacers player stats matchup was simple: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 47 points by himself, and it still was not enough to beat a cohesive, unselfish Indiana team.
SGA’s 47 points represented 41.2% of all OKC’s scoring that night. Every other Thunder player combined for just 67 points. In contrast, Indiana’s top scorer — Nembhard — had just 27 points, but the Pacers had five players in double figures.
That collective scoring distribution — and the 34 assists it produced — was the difference between an Indiana upset and an OKC home victory.
| Team | Conference | W | L | Win% | Standing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City Thunder | Western Conference | 49 | 15 | .766 | 1st — West |
| San Antonio Spurs | Western Conference | 44 | 17 | .721 | 2nd — West |
| Houston Rockets | Western Conference | 38 | 22 | .633 | 3rd — West |
| Detroit Pistons | Eastern Conference | 45 | 15 | .750 | 1st — East |
| Boston Celtics | Eastern Conference | 41 | 21 | .661 | 2nd — East |
| Indiana Pacers | Eastern Conference | 15 | 47 | .242 | 14th — East |
The standings context makes Indiana’s victory even more stunning. The Pacers entered as one of the worst teams in the Eastern Conference at 15-47 — on pace for a lottery pick. The Thunder at 49-15 were the best team in the entire NBA.
Indiana’s road win at OKC was one of the biggest upsets of the 2025-26 NBA season. It demonstrated that even the league’s best team is vulnerable on any given night when an opponent shoots the lights out and plays unselfish team basketball.
Despite the loss to Indiana, the Thunder remain the dominant force in the Western Conference. Their 49-15 record is the best in the NBA, and they have bounced back strongly since this game.
| Recent OKC Results | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|
| vs Indiana Pacers | 114-117 | Loss |
| vs Orlando Magic | 128-92 | Win |
| at Denver Nuggets | 121-111 | Win |
| vs Cleveland Cavaliers | 121-113 | Win |
| at Toronto Raptors | 116-107 | Win |
| vs Denver Nuggets | 127-121 | Win |
| at Dallas Mavericks | 100-87 | Win |
| at Chicago Bulls | 116-108 | Win |
| at New York Knicks | 103-100 | Win |
Oklahoma City rebounded from the Indiana loss immediately and has been one of the most consistent teams in the league. Their SGA-led core has continued to deliver wins at an elite rate since the Pacers upset.
The Indiana Pacers have had a deeply challenging 2025-26 season. Their 15-47 record has them on pace for one of the franchise’s worst seasons in recent memory, sitting 14th in the Eastern Conference. The victory over OKC was one of their brightest moments all year.
Indiana’s core — Nembhard, Walker, Siakam, Nesmith — has shown flashes of genuine quality in games like this one. On nights when they shoot well from three and share the ball at an elite level, they are capable of beating anyone. Sustaining that level of performance consistently has been their challenge across the full season.
| Category | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | Andrew Nembhard |
|---|---|---|
| Points | 47 | 27 |
| Assists | 4 | 11 |
| Rebounds | 4 | 7 |
| FG% | 60.7% | 62.5% |
| True Shooting % | 70.6% | 76.0% |
| Plus/Minus | +4 | +16 |
| Efficiency Score | 53 | 34 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 3 |
| Free Throws | 12/12 (100%) | 3/4 (75%) |
SGA won the individual scoring battle by 20 points but Nembhard won the game-impact battle with his plus-16 rating, 11 assists, and the superior team result.
| Category | Chet Holmgren | Jarace Walker |
|---|---|---|
| Points | 25 | 26 |
| Rebounds | 13 | 4 |
| Blocks | 3 | 0 |
| FG% | 57.1% | 53.3% |
| True Shooting % | 71.3% | 65.5% |
| Plus/Minus | +13 | +9 |
| Efficiency Score | 37 | 24 |
Holmgren and Walker was the closest individual matchup on the night — separated by just 1 point in scoring but divided significantly by rebounding, where Holmgren’s 13 boards dwarfed Walker’s 4.
The Indiana Pacers defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 117-114 at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. The Pacers built a lead as large as 17 points and held on despite SGA’s massive effort.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 47 points — the highest individual total of the game — shooting 60.7% from the field and a perfect 12-of-12 from the free throw line. It was one of his finest individual performances of the 2025-26 season.
Andrew Nembhard led Indiana with a 27-point, 11-assist double-double, posting the game’s best plus/minus at +16 and a true shooting percentage of 76.0%. His all-around playmaking was the primary reason Indiana won the game.
Jarace Walker led Indiana in scoring with 26 points on 53.3% shooting, hitting 3-of-6 three-pointers and earning 7 free throw attempts. Andrew Nembhard had 27 points but Walker led as the primary bucket-getter.
Yes. Chet Holmgren recorded 25 points and 13 rebounds — a strong double-double. He also added 3 blocks and shot 57.1% from the field with a true shooting percentage of 71.3%.
The Indiana Pacers recorded 34 assists as a team — nearly double OKC’s 18 assists. Andrew Nembhard led with 11, Pascal Siakam added 6, and Aaron Nesmith added 5 in a dominant ball-movement performance.
Indiana shot 42.1% from three, making 16-of-38 attempts. OKC shot just 26.9% from three, making only 7-of-26 attempts. That difference of 9 made threes — worth 27 extra points from distance — was decisive in the Pacers’ 3-point victory.
The Pacers grabbed 14 offensive rebounds to OKC’s 4. Those extra possessions generated 14 second chance points for Indiana compared to just 8 for the Thunder, contributing directly to the 3-point victory.
Oklahoma City leads the Western Conference at 49-15 (.766). Indiana sits 14th in the Eastern Conference at 15-47 (.242). The 34-game win percentage gap between the two teams makes Indiana’s road upset one of the biggest shocks of the 2025-26 NBA season.
Andrew Nembhard finished with a plus/minus of +16 — the best of any player on either team. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was plus-4 despite his 47-point performance, reflecting how the game was genuinely competitive when SGA was on the floor.
The Oklahoma City Thunder vs Indiana Pacers match player stats from January 24, 2026, tell the story of one of the most remarkable upsets of the NBA season.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 47-point masterclass was not enough to overcome Andrew Nembhard’s 27-point, 11-assist orchestration of the Pacers’ ball-movement offense.
Indiana’s 42.1% three-point shooting, 34 assists, 14 offensive rebounds, and cohesive team performance overwhelmed OKC’s biggest-lead-of-2 in a game the Thunder looked set to dominate statistically.
Chet Holmgren’s double-double, Jarace Walker’s 26-point effort, and Pascal Siakam’s efficient two-way play all complemented Nembhard’s excellence.
For the Thunder — still the NBA’s best team at 49-15 — this was a rare off-night that proved no team, however dominant, is invincible. For the Pacers, it was a statement night in an otherwise difficult season.