Much of Indiana's success has to do with their point guard Tyrese Haliburton, who plays an essential role as the engine of their fast-paced offense. Because of his slow start to the season, the Wisconsin native did not make the All-Star game this year, but that does not take away from his importance to the team.

Tyrese Haliburton has not been up to the standard that he set for himself last season. He was a third-team All-NBA performer last season and has not been playing nearly as well this season. Haliburton didn't necessarily play poorly against Washington. He had 20 points and seven assists on 8-18 shooting, which are decent enough numbers.

Thomas Bryant is averaging 7.9 points and 4.6 rebounds since he was acquired by the Pacers from the Heat on Dec. 15.

Indiana Pacers fans were surprised to see guard Bennedict Mathurin coming off the bench in their game against the Utah Jazz. Despite this, the talented player r

Tyrese Haliburton is 1 of 13 from the floor for five points in the first quarters of the Pacers' last four games.