Tyrese Haliburton powered the Pacers to a 116-107 Game 3 win over the Thunder with a near triple-double and a historic stat line. Bennedict Mathurin chipped in 27 crucial bench points. Social media instantly picked apart Haliburton’s unique Finals performance and discussed the wider NBA star drama off the court.
The Pacers grabbed a 2-1 NBA Finals lead after Game 3, sparked by Bennedict Mathurin’s 27 points off the bench. With OKC favored by the odds, Indiana’s home-court edge and depth managed to upend expectations. Prop bets on Siakam and Caruso trended well as injuries continue to shape this high-stakes series.
The Thunder suffered a gut-wrenching loss in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, surrendering a lead to the Pacers and fueling doubts about their late-game execution. Despite standout efforts from Thunder stars, Indiana seized key moments. OKC looked to recalibrate quickly, roaring back in Game 2, but the spotlight now burns brighter on their composure.
The Oklahoma City Thunder aim to recover from a narrow Game 1 loss to the Indiana Pacers in the NBA Finals, with Game 2 poised to test their signature resilience. Despite the Thunder's deep bench and playoff pedigree, the Pacers look to build on their momentum and challenge OKC's dominance.
