The Philadelphia 76ers faced another setback as they lost to the Indiana Pacers 112-100, marking their third consecutive defeat and leaving them at a disappointing 22-44 for the season. After a promising start with a 16-point lead, the Sixers faltered, unable to maintain momentum as the Pacers capitalized on the opportunity, critical for their playoff positioning.

Jeff Dowtin Jr. shone brightly for the 76ers, scoring a career-high 24 points, while Adem Bona contributed with 16 points and nine rebounds. The performance of the new additions, Jalen Hood-Schifino and Oshae Brissett, provided glimpses of potential despite mixed results. Hood-Schifino, a former first-round pick, made his debut after a long injury layoff, looking to carve out a role in Philadelphia's roster. Coach Nick Nurse expressed optimism about the new players, noting their need to adapt quickly as the team evaluates its future.