Pacers – Hawks 117-119
Ivica Zubac scores 11 as Pacers fall 117-119 in preseason loss
The Indiana Pacers faced the Atlanta Hawks in a preseason exhibition and were edged out 117-119. As a preseason contest, the result does not affect either team's official record.
Ivica Zubac played 21 minutes and recorded 11 points on a 4/6 field-goal clip. He added two assists, five defensive rebounds, one steal, one block and three personal fouls. From the free-throw line he was 3/6 and turned the ball over once. His plus-minus was minus one, indicating the Pacers were outscored by a single point while he was on the court.
Zubac’s shooting efficiency was notable, converting two-thirds of his field-goal attempts. His free-throw conversion rate was 50 percent, making three of six attempts. The stat line also shows a balanced defensive contribution with five rebounds, a steal and a block in limited minutes.
Despite Zubac’s solid numbers, the Pacers could not overcome the Hawks, falling short by two points in the high-scoring preseason matchup.