Bryant got the starting nod Monday due to the absence of Myles Turner (illness), contributing offensively and on the boards while hauling in a team-high-tying rebound total in a balanced showing.

Indiana was led by a career-high 34 points from Obi Toppin, which was enough to hold off Anthony Edward's 38-point outing.

The veteran big man will get a chance in the first unit due to the absence of Myles Turner (illness). Over six games as a starter this season, Bryant has averaged 13.5 points, 8.2 rebounds, 2.5 ...