The Indiana Pacers defeated the Washington Wizards 143-120 in their season opener on October 25, 2023. It was the 2nd highest-scoring season-opener in franchise history.

The Pacers were led by Bruce Brown, who scored 24 points, making a career-high six 3-pointers in his Pacers debut. Tyrese Haliburton finished with 20 points and 11 assists, and Andrew Nembhard had 12 points and 10 assists. The Pacers were 20 of 43 from 3-point range, and eight players scored in double figures.