Bennedict Mathurin scores 36 points in opener
by Bruno Mulé | Pacers Correspondent | Fri, Oct 24th 9:28am EDT
Bennedict Mathurin finished Indiana's 141-135 double-overtime loss to Oklahoma City on Thursday with 36 points (9-of-19 FG, 3-of-8 3Pt, 15-of-17 FT), 11 rebounds, and one assist over 45 minutes. His night ended early when he fouled out with four minutes remaining in the second overtime.
Fantasy Impact:
Mathurin, alongside Pascal Siakam, shouldered the offensive load for the Pacers, especially after Andrew Nembhard left with a shoulder injury. Mathurin aggressively attacked the basket, leading to 17 free-throw attempts. Despite fouling out and the team ultimately losing, it was a highly encouraging start for the Arizona product, who averaged 16.1 points across 72 games last season. This performance suggests increased offensive responsibility and fantasy potential early in the 2025-26 campaign.
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