INDIANAPOLIS (Interstat) — The Detroit Pistons built a massive early lead and held off the Indiana Pacers for a 133-121 NBA victory Sunday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Detroit dominated the first half, scoring 81 points by halftime to Indiana’s 63. Paul Reed led the Pistons with 26 points in just 22 minutes, while Tobias Harris added 24. Cade Cunningham facilitated the offense with 14 assists.

The Pacers, led by Quenton Jackson’s 21 points and eight assists, cut into the deficit but never recovered from the early onslaught. Detroit improved to 60-22, while Indiana fell to 19-63. A crowd of 16,840 watched as the Pistons shot 56.2% from the field and outscored the Pacers 41-27 in the opening quarter to set the tone.