Pacers Rally Past Bulls 113-110 in Comeback Win

Aaron Nesmith's late heroics lift Indiana over Chicago

Jan. 28, 2026 at 9:31pm

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The Indiana Pacers overcame a 14-point fourth-quarter deficit to defeat the Chicago Bulls 113-110 on Wednesday night. Aaron Nesmith made a go-ahead layup with 13.9 seconds left and then blocked Coby White's attempt in the final seconds to seal the victory for the Pacers, who have now beaten the Bulls three times this season.

Why it matters

The win is a big boost for the struggling Pacers, who have the worst record in the NBA but have now won two of their last three games, including an upset of the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder. The loss drops the Bulls to 23-24 on the season, further complicating their playoff hopes in the competitive Eastern Conference.

The details

Chicago led 101-87 with 7:14 remaining, but the Pacers responded with an 18-4 run to tie the game at 105-105 on a Jay Huff 3-pointer. Nesmith then made the go-ahead layup and came up with the game-saving block in the final seconds to complete the comeback. Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 20 points, while Nikola Vucevic scored 25 for the Bulls.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, January 29, 2026.
  • Chicago led 101-87 with 7:14 remaining in the fourth quarter.

The players

Aaron Nesmith

A guard for the Indiana Pacers who made the go-ahead layup and game-saving block in the final seconds to lead the Pacers' comeback.

Nikola Vucevic

A center for the Chicago Bulls who scored a team-high 25 points in the loss.

Pascal Siakam

A forward for the Indiana Pacers who led his team with 20 points in the win.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to fight until the final buzzer. This team has shown a lot of heart and resilience, and I'm proud of the way we battled back tonight.”

— Aaron Nesmith, Guard, Indiana Pacers (Pacers Media)

What’s next

The Pacers will look to build on this momentum when they host the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday night. The Bulls, meanwhile, will try to bounce back when they host the Miami Heat on Thursday.

The takeaway

This comeback win showcases the Pacers' ability to compete with top teams in the league, even as they struggle with injuries and a poor overall record. For the Bulls, the loss is a setback in their quest to solidify a playoff spot in the crowded Eastern Conference.