NBA Finals: Pacers Take 2-1 Lead in with a Statement Win Over Thunder

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This wasn't just a win — it was a collective statement from a deep and hungry team

The Indiana Pacers have taken the upper hand in the 2025 NBA Finals after a crucial 116-107 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3, played on the night of June 11 in Indianapolis. The victory gives Indiana a 2-1 series lead and ignites real hope of a first-ever NBA championship for the franchise since joining the league in 1976.

This wasn't just a win — it was a collective statement from a deep and hungry team. While the spotlight often falls on Tyrese Haliburton, it was the bench unit that stole the show. T.J. McConnell brought relentless energy, delivering key assists and steals, while Bennedict Mathurin erupted for 27 points, leading all scorers and providing the spark that powered Indiana throughout the night.

Haliburton, the heart of this Pacers squad, stepped up late in the fourth quarter. With just over three minutes left, he took control — draining shots and orchestrating plays that gave Indiana a double-digit cushion they wouldn't relinquish.

Despite a strong showing from Jalen Williams (26 points) and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (24 points), the Thunder couldn’t overcome the Pacers’ pace and defensive intensity. Gilgeous-Alexander, the 2025 NBA MVP, struggled with ball control, committing six costly turnovers that proved pivotal down the stretch.

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