Wade led Indiana to victory today over Toronto in a 98-96 game. "It was a tough one to lose," said losing coach Bob. "I thought we had a great chance going in, and even now I think we'd have a great chance in a rematch. But Wade made the difference for his team, and we really didn't have an answer today."

Indiana coach Coach Hitch was equally admiring of his star. "Toronto were very well prepared for this game, and our boys weren't really ready for what they faced out there. I like to believe that we'd play a better all-around game when we play them again, but we'll be happy riding Wade and getting the win today."

Indiana was led by Wade (22 points, 10 boards, 1 assists), Gray (25 points, 0 assists, a block), Sigler (14 points, 2 blocks). Toronto was led by Atwood (25 points, 2 assists, 2 steals, a block), Pearson (9 points, 10 boards, 0 assists, 3 blocks), Day (19 points, 5 boards, 1 assists).

With today's win, Indiana are now 10-8. They hold at #2 in the Central and move up to #6 overall in the Eastern Conference. After today's defeat, Toronto are now 10-9 and 6-4 at home. They hold at #4 in the Atlantic and fall to #7 overall in the Eastern Conference.

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