Pacers Vs Milwaukee Bucks Match Player Stats Breakdown (April 27, 2025)
The Indiana Pacers crushed the Milwaukee Bucks 129-103 in Game 4 on April 27, 2025. For anyone who missed it, this Pacers Vs Milwaukee Bucks Match Player Stats breakdown covers all the key numbers that show why the Pacers now stand just one win away from sending Milwaukee packing.
Lillard Goes Down Early
Milwaukee’s playoff hopes took a huge hit just 6 minutes into the first quarter.
Damian Lillard crumpled with a non-contact leg injury when the score was only 15-12 Pacers.
He never came back.
The Bucks never recovered.
Pacers Shooting Was On Fire
Indiana shot the lights out:
- 60.2% from the field (50-83)
- 46.2% from three (18-39)
- 72.7% true shooting percentage (NBA average is 56%)
- 69.2% in the second half
Most playoff teams shoot around 46%. The Pacers blew that number away.
Eight Pacers Scored in Double Figures
Check out this balanced attack:
- Turner: 23 points (9-13 FG)
- Nembhard: 20 points (8-14 FG)
- Haliburton: 17 points with 15 assists
- McConnell: 15 points (7-10 FG)
- Nesmith: 14 points (5-8 FG)
- Toppin: 13 points (5-7 FG)
- Siakam: 12 points (5-10 FG)
- Walker: 12 points (4-5 FG)
Eight guys in double figures is crazy depth. This kind of spread-out scoring reminds me of how they played against the Pacers vs Knicks matchup earlier this season.
Pacers Passing Game Was Unstoppable
The ball moved so well it created all those open shots:
- 36 assists on 50 made baskets (72%)
- Haliburton dished 15 assists by himself
- Six different Pacers had multiple assists
This is basketball at its best. When a team shares the ball like this, defenses simply can’t keep up.
Giannis Tried His Best in a Losing Battle
The Greek Freak fought hard despite the blowout:
- 28 points (9-20 FG, 10-11 FT)
- 15 rebounds (4 offensive)
- 6 assists
- 36.5% usage rate
But his -28 plus/minus tells the real story. One star can’t beat a team this hot.
Other Bucks Starters Were No-Shows
After Lillard left, the other starters ghosted:
- Lopez: 6 points (2-6 FG)
- Kuzma: 3 points (1-6 FG)
- Trent Jr: 6 points (2-6 FG)
That’s 15 combined points on 27.8% shooting. You can’t win playoff games with those numbers.
Bench Battle: Efficiency vs Quantity
Both second units brought scoring, but in totally different ways.
Pacers bench was lights out:
- McConnell: 15 points on 70% shooting
- Toppin: 13 points on 71.4% shooting
- Walker: 12 points on 80% shooting (4-5 from deep)
Together they shot 16-22 (72.7%). That’s just ridiculous.
Bucks bench tried to keep pace:
- Porter Jr: 23 points, 5-7 from three
- Portis: 14 points, 6-10 shooting
- Green: 9 points all on threes
Porter’s -16 plus/minus shows the whole picture though. His scoring couldn’t make up for defensive problems.
Defense Won This Game Too
While everyone talks shooting, defense changed this game:
Pacers locked in:
- 7 blocks (Turner swatted 4)
- Held Bucks to 41.6% shooting
- Limited Milwaukee to 19 fourth-quarter points
- Grabbed 36 defensive rebounds
Bucks couldn’t stop anything:
- Only 1 block all game
- Gave up nearly 70% shooting after halftime
- Had no plan once Lillard went down
Score By Quarter Shows Total Pacers Control
The numbers show Indiana owned every period:
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacers | 30 | 33 | 38 | 28 | 129 |
| Bucks | 24 | 28 | 32 | 19 | 103 |
Indiana won all four quarters. The Bucks’ sad 19-point fourth quarter killed any comeback hopes.
What’s Next in This Series?
With a 3-1 lead heading back to Indianapolis, the Pacers are in the driver’s seat.
Milwaukee needs three straight wins, probably without Lillard.
Worth noting: the Pacers also bounced the Bucks from the playoffs last year too. Déjà vu, anyone?
Star Players Who Made the Difference
Haliburton Controlled the Game
The Pacers point guard ran everything with 17 points, 15 assists, and 8 rebounds in 33 minutes.
His 51.8% assist percentage shows he was behind most of Indiana’s buckets.
Turner Dominated Both Ends
Turner went off for 23 points (9-13 shooting) and 4 blocks.
His offensive rating hit 156 with zero turnovers. That’s video game numbers.
Porter Jr Tried to Save Milwaukee
Despite the blowout, Porter Jr added 23 points with 5-7 three-point shooting off the bench.
Without his spark, this game might’ve been over by halftime.
Nembhard Stepped Up Big
Nembhard dropped 20 points on 57.1% shooting with a +20 plus/minus.
His four three-pointers kept defenders honest and created driving lanes for teammates.
What Fans Want to Know After Game 4
Will Lillard play in Game 5?
Nobody knows yet. The team only called it a non-contact lower left leg injury with no timeline. His status is the biggest question hanging over the series now.
How did Indiana shoot so well?
Their ball movement created wide-open looks all night. With 36 assists on 50 made shots, Indiana found the open man every time. Lillard’s injury also messed up Milwaukee’s defensive rotations.
Which Pacers bench player made the biggest impact?
T.J. McConnell brought 15 points on 70% shooting and 6 assists in just 22 minutes. His energy kept things rolling whenever Haliburton sat down.
What could Milwaukee have done differently?
They needed a new plan after Lillard went down. They should’ve run more plays for Kuzma and Trent Jr, who only took 12 shots combined despite playing 48 minutes together.
What happened to the Bucks in the fourth quarter?
They flat-out quit. They scored just 19 points on 33% shooting as Indiana pulled away. Without Lillard creating shots, their offense died completely.
Does Giannis need better teammates?
Right now, absolutely. While Giannis put up 28 points and 15 rebounds, nobody else stepped up. The other four starters combined for just 15 points. Even with Lillard healthy, Milwaukee needs more from Kuzma and Lopez.
The Road Ahead
The Indiana Pacers vs Milwaukee Bucks battle now shifts back to Indianapolis with the Pacers one win from moving on. Milwaukee has a mountain to climb.
With such a complete performance, basketball analysts are updating their Pacers Vs Milwaukee Bucks Match Player Stats projections for the rest of the series. Many now see Indiana not just winning this matchup, but potentially making serious noise against any East contender.
Their style of play reminds me of what we saw in the Dallas Mavericks vs Boston Celtics game this season – balanced scoring, efficient shooting, and elite ball movement.
If the Pacers keep shooting anywhere close to this level, watch out for them in the next round.
