The 2013-14 Indiana Pacers had a remarkable regular season, finishing with a 56-26 record, which earned them the top seed in the Eastern Conference. The team’s success was largely driven by their stifling defense, ranking first in defensive rating. Paul George emerged as a star, leading the team in scoring with 21.7 points per game, while Roy Hibbert anchored the defense.
In the playoffs, the Pacers reached the Eastern Conference Finals for the second consecutive year. However, their journey ended there, as they were defeated by the Miami Heat in six games. Despite their defensive prowess, offensive struggles and inconsistency were evident during the postseason. The Pacers’ promising season highlighted their potential as contenders, but also exposed areas needing improvement to reach the NBA Finals.
- Regular Season Record: 56-26
- Playoff Result: Eastern Conference First Round: 4-3, Eastern Conference Semifinals: 4-2, Eastern Conference Finals: 2-4
Indiana Pacers Roster and Stats for 2013-14 Season
| Regular Season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% |
| Paul George | 80 | 21.7 | 6.8 | 3.5 | 1.9 | 0.3 | 36.4 | 19 | 22.6 | 7.6 | 3.8 | 2.2 | 0.4 | 40.3 |
| David West | 80 | 14.0 | 6.8 | 2.8 | 0.8 | 0.9 | 26.7 | 19 | 15.1 | 6.7 | 3.9 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 20.0 |
| Lance Stephenson | 78 | 13.8 | 7.2 | 4.6 | 0.7 | 0.1 | 35.2 | 19 | 13.6 | 6.9 | 4.2 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 35.8 |
| Andrew Bynum | 2 | 11.5 | 9.5 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Roy Hibbert | 81 | 10.8 | 6.6 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 2.2 | 40.0 | 19 | 9.3 | 5.5 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 1.4 | 0.0 |
| George Hill | 76 | 10.3 | 3.7 | 3.5 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 36.5 | 19 | 12.1 | 3.7 | 3.0 | 1.2 | 0.2 | 36.4 |
| Danny Granger | 29 | 8.3 | 3.6 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 33.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Luis Scola | 82 | 7.6 | 4.8 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 14.3 | 18 | 6.1 | 2.3 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 33.4 |
| Evan Turner | 27 | 7.1 | 3.2 | 2.4 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 50.0 | 12 | 3.3 | 2.2 | 1.6 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 57.1 |
| C.J. Watson | 63 | 6.6 | 1.6 | 1.7 | 1.0 | 0.1 | 36.6 | 19 | 5.6 | 2.1 | 0.9 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 40.0 |
| Chris Copeland | 41 | 3.7 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 41.8 | 12 | 3.0 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 37.5 |
| Ian Mahinmi | 77 | 3.5 | 3.3 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 0.9 | 0.0 | 19 | 1.9 | 2.4 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.8 | 0.0 |
| Lavoy Allen | 14 | 2.9 | 2.4 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 0.4 | 0.0 | 4 | 1.0 | 1.3 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Rasual Butler | 50 | 2.7 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 41.9 | 11 | 1.7 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 41.7 |
| Orlando Johnson | 38 | 2.4 | 1.3 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 19.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Donald Sloan | 48 | 2.3 | 0.9 | 1.0 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 23.8 | 4 | 1.8 | 0.3 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 25.0 |
| Solomon Hill | 28 | 1.7 | 1.5 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 30.4 | 1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Indiana Pacers in the 2014 NBA Playoffs
Playoffs First Round vs. Atlanta Hawks
In the first round of the 2014 NBA Playoffs, the Indiana Pacers faced a surprisingly tough challenge against the eighth-seeded Atlanta Hawks. Despite being the top seed, the Pacers struggled with consistency and found themselves pushed to a decisive Game 7. Ultimately, Indiana managed to secure the series win with a strong defensive performance, advancing to the next round with a 92-80 victory.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 19, 2014 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | L 101-93 | |
| Apr 22, 2014 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | W 101-85 | |
| Apr 24, 2014 | @ Atlanta Hawks | L 98-85 | |
| Apr 26, 2014 | @ Atlanta Hawks | W 91-88 | |
| Apr 28, 2014 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | L 107-97 | |
| May 01, 2014 | @ Atlanta Hawks | W 95-88 | |
| May 03, 2014 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | W 92-80 |
Playoffs Second Round vs. Washington Wizards
In the 2014 NBA Playoffs, the Indiana Pacers faced the Washington Wizards in the second round, clinching the series in six games. Despite some inconsistent performances, the Pacers relied on their strong defensive prowess and the leadership of Paul George, who averaged 19.2 points per game in the series, to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals. Roy Hibbert's resurgence in Game 2, where he scored 28 points, was pivotal in shifting the momentum in Indiana's favor.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 05, 2014 | vs. Washington Wizards | L 102-96 | |
| May 07, 2014 | vs. Washington Wizards | W 86-82 | |
| May 09, 2014 | @ Washington Wizards | W 85-63 | |
| May 11, 2014 | @ Washington Wizards | W 95-92 | |
| May 13, 2014 | vs. Washington Wizards | L 102-79 | |
| May 15, 2014 | @ Washington Wizards | W 93-80 |
2014 Conference Championship vs. Miami Heat
In the 2014 NBA Playoffs, the Indiana Pacers reached the Eastern Conference Finals, facing off against the Miami Heat for the second consecutive year. Despite having the home-court advantage and a strong regular season, the Pacers struggled to contain Miami's Big Three, ultimately losing the series 4-2. Indiana's formidable defense and the efforts of Paul George were highlights, but they couldn't overcome the Heat's star power and experience.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 18, 2014 | vs. Miami Heat | W 107-96 | |
| May 20, 2014 | vs. Miami Heat | L 87-83 | |
| May 24, 2014 | @ Miami Heat | L 99-87 | |
| May 26, 2014 | @ Miami Heat | L 102-90 | |
| May 28, 2014 | vs. Miami Heat | W 93-90 | |
| May 30, 2014 | @ Miami Heat | L 117-92 |
Indiana Pacers 2013-14 Regular Season Game Log
Here is the game log for the 2013-14 season for the Indiana Pacers.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 29, 2013 | vs. Orlando Magic | W 97-87 | |
| Oct 30, 2013 | @ New Orleans Pelicans | W 95-90 | |
| Nov 02, 2013 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 89-74 | |
| Nov 05, 2013 | @ Detroit Pistons | W 99-91 | |
| Nov 06, 2013 | vs. Chicago Bulls | W 97-80 | |
| Nov 08, 2013 | vs. Toronto Raptors | W 91-84 | |
| Nov 09, 2013 | @ Brooklyn Nets | W 96-91 | |
| Nov 11, 2013 | vs. Memphis Grizzlies | W 95-79 | |
| Nov 15, 2013 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | W 104-77 | |
| Nov 16, 2013 | @ Chicago Bulls | L 110-94 | |
| Nov 20, 2013 | @ New York Knicks | W 103-96 | |
| Nov 22, 2013 | @ Boston Celtics | W 97-82 | |
| Nov 23, 2013 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | W 106-98 | |
| Nov 25, 2013 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 98-84 | |
| Nov 27, 2013 | @ Charlotte Bobcats | W 99-74 | |
| Nov 29, 2013 | vs. Washington Wizards | W 93-73 | |
| Dec 01, 2013 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | W 105-100 | |
| Dec 02, 2013 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | L 106-102 | |
| Dec 04, 2013 | @ Utah Jazz | W 95-86 | |
| Dec 07, 2013 | @ San Antonio Spurs | W 111-100 | |
| Dec 08, 2013 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | L 118-94 | |
| Dec 10, 2013 | vs. Miami Heat | W 90-84 | |
| Dec 13, 2013 | vs. Charlotte Bobcats | W 99-94 | |
| Dec 16, 2013 | vs. Detroit Pistons | L 101-96 | |
| Dec 18, 2013 | @ Miami Heat | L 97-94 | |
| Dec 20, 2013 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 114-81 | |
| Dec 22, 2013 | vs. Boston Celtics | W 106-79 | |
| Dec 23, 2013 | @ Brooklyn Nets | W 103-86 | |
| Dec 28, 2013 | vs. Brooklyn Nets | W 105-91 | |
| Dec 31, 2013 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 91-76 | |
| Jan 01, 2014 | @ Toronto Raptors | L 95-82 | |
| Jan 04, 2014 | vs. New Orleans Pelicans | W 99-82 | |
| Jan 05, 2014 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | W 82-78 | |
| Jan 07, 2014 | vs. Toronto Raptors | W 86-79 | |
| Jan 08, 2014 | @ Atlanta Hawks | L 97-87 | |
| Jan 10, 2014 | vs. Washington Wizards | W 93-66 | |
| Jan 14, 2014 | vs. Sacramento Kings | W 116-92 | |
| Jan 16, 2014 | vs. New York Knicks | W 117-89 | |
| Jan 18, 2014 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | W 106-92 | |
| Jan 20, 2014 | @ Golden State Warriors | W 102-94 | |
| Jan 22, 2014 | @ Phoenix Suns | L 124-100 | |
| Jan 24, 2014 | @ Sacramento Kings | W 116-111 | |
| Jan 25, 2014 | @ Denver Nuggets | L 109-96 | |
| Jan 28, 2014 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | W 104-92 | |
| Jan 30, 2014 | vs. Phoenix Suns | L 102-94 | |
| Feb 01, 2014 | vs. Brooklyn Nets | W 97-96 | |
| Feb 03, 2014 | vs. Orlando Magic | W 98-79 | |
| Feb 04, 2014 | @ Atlanta Hawks | W 89-85 | |
| Feb 07, 2014 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 118-113 | |
| Feb 09, 2014 | @ Orlando Magic | L 93-92 | |
| Feb 10, 2014 | vs. Denver Nuggets | W 119-80 | |
| Feb 12, 2014 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | L 81-73 | |
| Feb 18, 2014 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | W 108-98 | |
| Feb 19, 2014 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | L 104-91 | |
| Feb 22, 2014 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | W 110-100 | |
| Feb 25, 2014 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 118-98 | |
| Feb 27, 2014 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | W 101-96 | |
| Mar 01, 2014 | @ Boston Celtics | W 102-97 | |
| Mar 02, 2014 | vs. Utah Jazz | W 94-91 | |
| Mar 04, 2014 | vs. Golden State Warriors | L 98-96 | |
| Mar 05, 2014 | @ Charlotte Bobcats | L 109-87 | |
| Mar 07, 2014 | @ Houston Rockets | L 112-86 | |
| Mar 09, 2014 | @ Dallas Mavericks | L 105-94 | |
| Mar 11, 2014 | vs. Boston Celtics | W 94-83 | |
| Mar 14, 2014 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | W 101-94 | |
| Mar 15, 2014 | @ Detroit Pistons | W 112-104 | |
| Mar 17, 2014 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | W 99-90 | |
| Mar 19, 2014 | @ New York Knicks | L 92-86 | |
| Mar 21, 2014 | vs. Chicago Bulls | W 91-79 | |
| Mar 22, 2014 | @ Memphis Grizzlies | L 82-71 | |
| Mar 24, 2014 | @ Chicago Bulls | L 89-77 | |
| Mar 26, 2014 | vs. Miami Heat | W 84-83 | |
| Mar 28, 2014 | @ Washington Wizards | L 91-78 | |
| Mar 30, 2014 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 90-76 | |
| Mar 31, 2014 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | L 103-77 | |
| Apr 02, 2014 | vs. Detroit Pistons | W 101-94 | |
| Apr 04, 2014 | @ Toronto Raptors | L 102-94 | |
| Apr 06, 2014 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | L 107-88 | |
| Apr 09, 2014 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | W 104-102 | |
| Apr 11, 2014 | @ Miami Heat | L 98-86 | |
| Apr 13, 2014 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | W 102-97 | |
| Apr 16, 2014 | @ Orlando Magic | W 101-86 |