The Indiana Pacers have taken a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference semi-final series against the Washington Wizards after thrashing their opponents 85-63.
Both teams played defensively in the first half, with just a point separating the two sides at the end of the second quarter.
The conference's top seeds came out attacking in the third quarter, as Paul George, who finished the game with 23 points, helped them outscore the home side 26-12.
Bradley Beal struggled with his shooting as he tried to keep Washington in contention, making just six of his 19 attempts.
The Wizards' full-time score of 63, which came from 24 field goals from 73 attempts, is new franchise-low total.
The teams play at the Verizon Center again tomorrow evening.
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Sian Cowper
Sian Cowper
