Houston Rockets are riding high after consecutive victories against strong teams like the Los Angeles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers, propelling them to fourth in the Western Conference. Their defence has been particularly impressive, limiting the Cavaliers' potent offence to just 100 points, only the third time this season the Cavaliers have been held to such a low score. However, the Rockets have a history of underperforming against weaker opponents, making it crucial for them to avoid complacency against the struggling Indiana Pacers. The matchup between Kevin Durant and Pascal Siakam will be a key point of focus. Durant, the Rockets' offensive leader, has been averaging 30 points and 7 assists over the last 10 games, demonstrating strong scoring consistency and playmaking abilities. Indiana Pacers are hosting Houston Rockets. Houston Rockets recently triumphed over the Cleveland Cavaliers with a score of 117-100, extending their winning streak. Kevin Durant had a stellar performance, scoring 30 points, grabbing 4 rebounds, and providing 7 assists in just three quarters. Reed Sheppard contributed 18 points, 8 assists, and 4 steals. The Indiana Pacers suffered a heavy defeat against the Miami Heat, losing 116-142, which resulted in their eighth consecutive loss. Despite Pascal Siakam's impressive 33 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists, along with Benedict Mathurin's 25 points and 6 rebounds, the Pacers collapsed in the final quarter, conceding a significant deficit.