Siakam ended Wednesday's 115-109 win over Detroit with 19 points (8-15 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), eight rebounds, nine assists and two steals across 32 minutes.
Tyrese Haliburton wasn't at his best in this season opener, but Siakam picked up the slack from a playmaking perspective. Spicy P led the Pacers in assists and finished just two rebounds and one dime away from a triple-double. Siakam should benefit from a full offseason and training camp with the Pacers. Expect the forward to operate as the team's second go-to player on offense, behind Haliburton.