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In the opening game of the NBA Cup group play, the Miami Heat defeated the short-handed Indiana Pacers 145-125. Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo led the Heat with 58 points and 26 rebounds combined. Antetokounmpo recorded his second triple-double of the season with 31 points, 17 rebounds, and 10 assists, while Adebayo contributed 27 points. Klay Thompson also had a standout performance, scoring 25 points, including seven 3-pointers. Despite a strong start, the Pacers, missing key players due to injuries, were unable to maintain their momentum against the Heat's experienced lineup.
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