The Indiana Pacers face the Toronto Raptors with key players Tyrese Haliburton and T.J. McConnell listed as questionable due to injuries. Haliburton's potential absence is critical as he averages 16.9 points and 8.

The Indiana Pacers are a better defensive unit than last season, but they saved their best performance for Wednesday. Indiana destroyed the Toronto Raptors 111-91 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Such a victory merits discussion, especially as a shocking player led the Pacers' dominant performance against the Raptors.

Following the Indiana Pacers ' 111-91 stomping of the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday, Tyrese Haliburton had a glowing presence. Given the dominant performance and the Pacers' 3-1 stretch since the All-Star break, the Pacers star felt comfortable turning back the curtains.

Tyrese Haliburton scored 33 points and posted 11 assists Wednesday. He's averaging 25.8 points and 11.8 assists since the All-Star break.