The Indiana Pacers could not recover from a disastrous first half, dropping a 114-102 decision to the Denver Nuggets in their NBA regular-season game at Mexico City Arena on November 6, 2026. Denver built a commanding lead before the break and held off Indiana's second-half push to secure the victory in front of an international crowd.
Nikola Jokic, the Nuggets' All-Star center wearing No. 15, participated in a practice session the day before the contest as Denver prepared for the high-altitude environment. The game marked another installment of the NBA's global series, bringing regular-season action to Mexico for the first time since 2022.
Indiana's offense struggled to find rhythm early, allowing Denver to control tempo and establish a double-digit advantage that the Pacers trimmed but never erased. The loss leaves Indiana searching for answers on the defensive end as they continue their road schedule.
