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The Indiana Pacers defeated the Charlotte Hornets 127-118, ending an eight-game losing streak.

Bennedict Mathurin led the Pacers with 24 points and 12 rebounds in his second game back from injury.

Center Jay Huff had a breakout performance, scoring 20 points with three blocks.

INDIANAPOLIS -- Bennedict Mathurin scored 24 points and grabbed 12 rebounds to lead the Pacers to a 127-118 win over the Hornets at Gainbridge Fieldhouse and snap an eight-game losing streak on Wednesday night.

The Pacers improved to 2-13, which is still the worst start in franchise history. The Hornets fell to 4-11 with their fourth straight loss.

Forward Pascal Siakam scored 22 points and dished out seven assists. Center Jay Huff recorded 20 points, five rebounds, four assists and three bl

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