The Indiana Pacers (6-4) will take on Central Division rival Chicago Bulls (6-3) on Monday night at the United Center in Chicago.
The Pacers ride a three-game win streak into Chicago on Monday night. The Pacers’ most recent victory came against the Timberwolves on Friday night. Paul George had a big game, contributing 29 points (8-17 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 9-10 FT), nine rebounds, four assists, and one steal in 39 minutes. George now has now scored over 25 points in six straight games. Rodney Stuckey missed the game with a tweaked ankle, and his status for Monday is still unknown.
The Bulls are coming off a Friday night victory against the Hornets by a score of 102-97. Jimmy Butler led the team with 27 points (8-16 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 11-14 FT), five rebounds, four assists, one steal, and one block in 38 minutes. Pau Gasol pitched in 19 points (7-13 FG, 5-5 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists, and two blocks in 28 minutes. The Bulls will look to pick up a home win Monday before embarking on a four game road-trip.
