INDIANAPOLIS (Interstat) — The Indiana Pacers erupted for 45 points in the second quarter to overpower the Miami Heat 135-118 in an NBA game Sunday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Despite leading by two after the first quarter, the Heat were outscored by 17 in the second as the Pacers seized control. Miami’s offense stalled in the final period, managing only 11 points. The loss dropped Miami to 39-36, while Indiana improved to 17-58. Pascal Siakam led the Pacers’ effort, with Tyler Herro key for Miami. A crowd of 16,771 saw the result, which defied pregame projections that heavily favored the Heat. The combined 253 points went under the betting over/under line of 243.5.