What happened: Minnesota opened the second half with an all-reserve group on the road in postseason play. Indiana led 57-45 at halftime after building the lead to 29.
Why it matters: Minnesota had not trailed by more than 20 points in any game before Tuesday. A double-digit road defeat carries series and home-court consequences in the postseason format.
By the numbers: Largest deficit before Tuesday: 20 points. Largest first-half deficit Tuesday: 29 points. Halftime: Indiana 57, Minnesota 45.
What to watch: Watch whether any starter returns late and how Minnesota manages minutes heading into the next game of the series.