The Indiana Pacers racked up a win over the Charlotte Hornets at home, but the real treat for the fans was Myles Turner and his girlfriend cosplaying the iconic Han Solo and Princess Leia on NBA Star Wars night.
Myles Turner is a well-known Star Wars fan
The connection between Myles Turner and Star Wars is well documented within the NBA fandom. A massive fan of George Lucas’ epic space opera media franchise, the Pacers center has displayed his inner Star Wars fanboy in several occasions- from his 100k piece “Darth Myles” Lego build, to dressing up as Darth Vader for Star Wars Night back in 2021, as well as becoming The Mandalorian for the same night last year.
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And now, prior to facing the Horners at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Turner did not waste another chance to show his love for the highly successful movie franchise but this time, he brought his girlfriend, and the two cosplayed as Han Solo and Princess Leia to enter the stadium before the game.
“Leia, we’re home”- the official X handle of the Pacers shared a clip of the pair walking into the venue. Check it out below-
Leia, we're home 🌌
Myles Turner with the Han Solo fit for Star Wars Night. pic.twitter.com/zoR349UUYQ
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) December 20, 2023
Entering the arena as Han Solo, portrayed by Harrison Ford in the movies, Turner dressed up in the iconic off white shirt and black vest combo, paired with the navy blue trousers and the heavy blaster pistol on his hip. Turner’s girlfriend joined him as Princess Leia Organa, Solo’s love interest in the films.
Pacers thrash Hornets 144–113
Welcoming the Horners in their home, the Pacers showed immaculate offense on the court, as seven of their players clocked double-digit scoring in their easy work of the visitors. Buddy Hield led the scoring for the Pacers with 25 points, while Tyrese Haliburton added 19 points and 13 assists. Pacers’ “Han Solo”, meanwhile, clocked 18 points along with 6 rebounds.
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) December 21, 2023
For their part, the Hornets had their point guard Terry Rozier leading the score with 25 points, 7 assists and 9 rebounds, added with 21 points from Brandon Miller. Miles Bridges finished with 19 points. [source: NBA.com]
