Pacers Lose Late Lead, Fall to Wizards

Alondes Williams shines in 10-day contract with 25 points and 10 rebounds

Feb. 21, 2026 at 3:12am

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The Indiana Pacers blew a 13-point third-quarter lead and fell 131-118 to the Washington Wizards on Friday night at the Capital One Center. Wizards guard Alondes Williams, playing on a 10-day contract, led the way with 25 points on 9-of-11 shooting and 10 rebounds.

Why it matters

The loss further damages the Pacers' playoff hopes and improves their lottery position, while the Wizards continue to fight for a postseason berth in the Eastern Conference.

The details

The Pacers led by 13 points midway through the third quarter, but the Wizards rallied back with a strong fourth-quarter performance to secure the victory. Williams, who is on a 10-day contract with the Wizards, had an impressive outing, shooting efficiently and crashing the boards.

  • The game was played on Friday, February 21, 2026 at the Capital One Center in Washington, D.C.

The players

Alondes Williams

A guard playing on a 10-day contract with the Washington Wizards, he led the team with 25 points and 10 rebounds in the win over the Pacers.

Indiana Pacers

The NBA team that lost a 13-point third-quarter lead and fell 131-118 to the Wizards, further damaging their playoff hopes.

Washington Wizards

The NBA team that rallied back from a 13-point deficit to defeat the Pacers 131-118, keeping their playoff hopes alive in the Eastern Conference.

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The takeaway

The Pacers' loss to the Wizards highlights their struggles this season and the importance of maintaining leads, while the Wizards' comeback win showcases their resilience and the impact of players like Alondes Williams stepping up on short-term contracts.