Philippines, 01 Jul 2025
  Home >> News

 


BOXERS

CURRENT CHAMPIONS 

FORMER CHAMPIONS   

RATINGS                       

NEWS           

FORUM        

FIGHT GALLERIES        

RING CARD GIRLS        


 
 
News  


Indiana splashes Golden State, 112-104, despite uneven terms


PhilBoxing.com




San Francisco, California—

It was the Larry O'Brien Replica Trophy Giveaway Night at Chase Center on Monday night, but someone must have forgotten to tell rookie Andrew Nembhard and the visiting Pacers that.

Never mind that the Warriors were on a 10-game win streak at home and the Splash Brothers were at about full-strength (sans Andrew Wigggins due to an adductor muscle injury).

Andrew Nembhard was only focused on winning as he scored a season-best 31 points, 8 rebounds, and 13 assists, pushing the undermanned Indiana Pacers to a 112-104 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Monday night.

Simply put, Nembhard created his own souvenir at the expense of the reigning and defending 2021-22 NBA champions as he out-splashed Klay Thompson who scored 28 points (eight 3-pointers)— moving up the NBA's career 3-point list on the six-year anniversary of his 60-point masterpiece against the Pacers.

The rookie Nembhard has outdone himself by guarding and limiting two-time MVP Stephen Curry to 12 points on 3 for 17 shooting.

"This guy has got amazing poise,” Indiana head coach Rick Carlisle told ESPN and NBA.com, “He's strong, he's old school but new school. He's special.”

The Pacers’ victory must have tasted bittersweet, for they were without Myles Turner (sore right hamstring), James Johnson (sprained right elbow), T.J. McConnell (non-COVID-19 illness), Chris Duarte (left ankle sprain) and Daniel Theis (right knee surgery).

The Warriors tried to throw everything but the kitchen sink at the Pacers, to no avail.

Not recorded statistically as an offensive and defensive foul, on replay, was a scary moment for the Warriors.

Just before the 08:00 mark in the second quarter, Draymond Green ran into a Pacer defender and was knocked down where he stayed for a full minute.

When he regained his bearings, Green urged Anthony Lamb, Moses Moody, Mychal Green to get more physical but could not contain Nembhard and company. Even Jonathan Kuminga fouled out trying.

Uncharacteristically, Jordan Poole had one and Steph Curry two air balls from beyond the arc which elicited groans from the fans, Filipinos and Americans alike, who are accustomed to 3-point festivals.

In sum, the Pacers beat the Warriors from near and afar, out scoring the home team 54-46 in the paint and 45-39 from downtown.

As a team, Indiana made 43 of 90 buckets (47.8% FG) and 15-39 treys (38.5% 3-PT).

As a team, Golden State made 38 of 94 buckets (47.8% FG) and a sub-par 13 of 44 treys (29.5% 3-PT).

The Warriors looked to have hit their stride, but will need to contain their turnover ratio and jitters in the paint if they are to stay within striking distance of the Western Conference division leaders.

The Warriors almost caught up late in the fourth, but the Pacers were just too good tonight.

Golden State had its 10-game home winning streak snapped, but here’s hoping they start a win streak away from home, for a change.







Upcoming:

Indiana Pacers: Visit Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night to end a seven-game road trip over 12 days that is the team's longest in 37 years.

Golden State Warriors: Visit Utah on Wednesday.



Note of Appreciation:

Photos, stats and video are courtesy of the NBA and brought to you by PhilBoxing.com.

Post Script:



It was also Polynesian Heritage night filled with dazzling Hawaiian, Tahitian and Polynesian dance and music performances, pre-game.



Here’s hoping my friend Tom Macasaet and his son Nathan Macasaet could join me the next time the Pacers are in town.

Everyone in attendance tonight, this PhilBoxing.com reporter included, got a souvenir replica Larry O’Brien trophy for posterity and Blue Splash Party towelettes courtesy of State Farm and the Golden State Warriors Organization.


Click here to view a list of other articles written by Emmanuel Rivera, RRT.


Recent PhilBoxing.com In-House articles:

  • THE PAST WEEK IN ACTION 30 June 2025: Zurdo Outpoints Dorticos, Keeps WBA/WBO Cruiser Titles; Mbilli Stops Sulecki in 1; Wins by Kuroki, Wilder and Jake Paul
    By Eric Armit, , Tue, 01 Jul 2025
  • IIEE Titans secured Finals in BPBL, IIEE Chessmasters retain on top level in Bundesliga
    By Marlon Bernardino, , Tue, 01 Jul 2025
  • MARIO BARRIOS LAS VEGAS MEDIA WORKOUT QUOTES
    , Tue, 01 Jul 2025
  • CATTERALL AND EUBANK LAY THEIR 'CARDS ON THE TABLE' AHEAD OF MANCHESTER SHOWDOWN
    , Tue, 01 Jul 2025
  • Dumadag holds chess tourney
    By Marlon Bernardino, , Tue, 01 Jul 2025
  • Manny Pacquiao's Case for the Greatest of All Time
    By Ace Freeman, , Mon, 30 Jun 2025
  • DavNor Adventure Race 2025 set July 2
    By Lito delos Reyes, , Mon, 30 Jun 2025
  • Gumila rules Antipolo rapid chess tilt
    By Marlon Bernardino, , Mon, 30 Jun 2025
  • FULL CIRCLE AT WILD CARD: Jhay Otamias’ Tribute to a Fighter and a Fanbase
    By Emmanuel Rivera, RRT, , Mon, 30 Jun 2025
  • Vince Paras Wins by 4th Round KO Over Sarawut Thawornkham to Capture the IBF Pan Pacific Super Flyweight Title
    , Mon, 30 Jun 2025
  • Team USA's Quest for Gold Set in Stone at World Boxing Cup: Astana 2025
    , Mon, 30 Jun 2025
  • SBA SEASON 2 DRAFT UNVEILS RISING STARS AND STRATEGIC MOVES AS TEAMS COMPLETE THEIR ROSTERS
    By Marlon Bernardino, , Mon, 30 Jun 2025
  • Filipino Elwin Retanal wins Saudi rapid chess meet
    By Marlon Bernardino, , Mon, 30 Jun 2025
  • Jake Paul Earns Boxing Legitimacy with Dominant Decision Over Julio Cesar Chávez Jr.
    By Dong Secuya, , Sun, 29 Jun 2025
  • Zurdo Ramirez Defends Cruiserweight Crowns with Unanimous Decision Over Dorticos
    By Dong Secuya, , Sun, 29 Jun 2025
  • Vince Paras Faces Sarawut Thawornkham Today at Venue 88 in Gensan
    , Sun, 29 Jun 2025
  • USA Elite High Performance Team Sets Sights on Gold at World Boxing Cup: Astana 2025
    , Sun, 29 Jun 2025
  • Alekhine Nouri bags silver in blitz
    By Marlon Bernardino, , Sun, 29 Jun 2025
  • Paul vs. Chavez Jr: Can Julio Derail Jake Paul?
    By Chris Carlson, , Sat, 28 Jun 2025
  • Dr. KO: Christian Mbilli Stops Maciej Sulecki in 1
    , Sat, 28 Jun 2025
  • GOLDEN BOY SIGNS UNDEFEATED MIDDLEWEIGHT BLUE-CHIP PROSPECT AMARI JONES
    , Sat, 28 Jun 2025
  • Paul vs. Chávez Jr. is a Go: All Fighters Make Weight in Anaheim Ahead of High-Stakes Bout
    , Sat, 28 Jun 2025
  • IIEE Chessmasters Overall Champion in the International Bundesliga with GM Joey Antonio
    By Marlon Bernardino, , Sat, 28 Jun 2025
  • Kittipong of Thailand Battles Bhavesh of India in Brico Santig's Exciting Show in Bangkok
    By Carlos Costa, , Sat, 28 Jun 2025
  • Weights from Philadelphia
    , Sat, 28 Jun 2025




  •  



     
    PhilBoxing.com has been created to support every aspiring
    Filipino boxer and the Philippine boxing scene in general.
    Please send comments to feedback@philboxing.com


    PRIVATE POLICY | LEGAL DISCLAIMER
    developed and maintained by dong secuya
    © 2025 philboxing.com.