The Indiana Pacers defeated the visiting Sacramento Kings, 119-105, at Banker's Life Fieldhouse on Friday.

While there were seven lead changes in the opening 15 minutes, Indiana rode a 38-25 second quarter to their victory. In fact, that allowed the Pacers to hold a double-digit lead for the final 21 minutes of play. The key for Indiana was their shooting, hitting 52 percent from the field and 43 percent from three-point range. They also out-assisted the Kings, 34-25.

The Kings (12-16) were led by Richaun Holmes, who tallied 20 points and nine rebounds on 9-of-10 shooting. Nemanja Bjelica totaled 13 points, five rebounds and three assists. Buddy Hield went just 3-of-15 from the field to accrue seven points, eight rebounds and six assists. Marvin Bagley led the bench with 17 points, five boards and three blocks.

The Pacers (20-9) were led by T.J. Warren, who generated 23 points and four rebounds. Myles Turner accumulated 17 points, three rebounds, two assists and two blocks. Domantas Sabonis amassed 15 points, nine rebounds, six assists and two blocks while Malcolm Brogdon finished with 13 points, six rebounds and six assists. T.J. McConnell led the bench with 15 points and eight assists.

Sacramento has to play again on Saturday, traveling to face the Memphis Grizzlies. As for Indiana, they play the Milwaukee Bucks on the road for their next fixture,