Thunder-Pacers Preview (The Associated Press)

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The Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers both face uphill battles in their bids to reach the playoffs. The Thunder (43-36) are tied with New Orleans for eighth in the Western Conference, but the Pelicans hold the tiebreaker after winning the series 3-1. Oklahoma City's postseason chances took a big hit with six losses in seven games prior to Friday's 116-103 win over Sacramento. "We can't focus on what (the Pelicans are) doing, but we know we need help in order to get in the playoffs," coach Scott Brooks said.

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