Key Takeaways:
- Marvin Bagley III posted a season-best 23 points and added 13 rebounds in Washington’s 108-89 win over Indiana
- The Wizards halted a four-game losing streak and secured their first road victory since 24 October at Dallas
- Indiana struggled offensively, recording their second-worst field goal percentage (36.9%) of the season
Match Analysis
Marvin Bagley III delivered a dominant display for the Washington Wizards on Sunday night in Indianapolis, tallying 23 points – his highest of the season – and collecting 13 rebounds. This performance propelled the Wizards to a 108-89 triumph over the Indiana Pacers, marking their first win on the road in nearly two months.
Support came from CJ McCollum, who contributed 18 points, and Justin Champagnie, who registered a double-double with 13 points and 14 boards. The victory allowed Washington to break a four-game losing streak and elevated their away record to 2-11, with their previous road success dating back to 24 October against Dallas.
Walkin' away with the win 👏#ForTheDistrict | @Ticketmaster pic.twitter.com/6L4VTkhOlT
— Washington Wizards (@WashWizards) December 14, 2025
Staunch Defence Proves Pivotal
The Wizards achieved this result with a robust defensive effort. The Pacers, missing key players, were limited to a 36.9% shooting rate from the field – their second-lowest of the season – and hit just 25.6% from beyond the arc, their third-worst mark in that category.
Bennedict Mathurin was the top scorer for Indiana, finishing with 15 points. Jay Huff added 13 points, while Isaiah Jackson supplied 11 points and 12 rebounds. Despite these contributions, Indiana’s offence faltered and struggled to build momentum throughout the matchup.
Key Numbers and Game Progression
| Top Performer | Points | Rebounds | Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marvin Bagley III | 23 | 13 | Washington Wizards |
| CJ McCollum | 18 | 6 | Washington Wizards |
| Justin Champagnie | 13 | 14 | Washington Wizards |
| Bennedict Mathurin | 15 | 4 | Indiana Pacers |
| Jay Huff | 13 | 4 | Indiana Pacers |
| Isaiah Jackson | 11 | 12 | Indiana Pacers |
Washington closed the first half on a 13-4 run, securing a 58-47 advantage at the interval. The margin grew to 66-51 early in the third quarter. Although the Pacers closed the gap to 66-58, the Wizards replied with a seven-point burst that effectively sealed the contest, as Indiana failed to mount a comeback.
On the coaching front, Rick Carlisle’s landmark 1,000th win remained out of reach, as Indiana’s coach continues to wait for the achievement. Carlisle requires just one more victory to become the 11th NBA coach to reach 1,000, and the first since Doc Rivers in November 2021.
What’s Next
- The Wizards will continue their three-game road swing on Thursday against San Antonio
- The Pacers will host the New York Knicks on Thursday in a rematch of last season’s Eastern Conference finals
