If Haliburton misses Game 6, that torpedoes the Pacers' chances to force a decisive Game 7. He's been Indiana's best player and primary ball-handler. The Thunder will be the heavy

Indiana Pacers Complete NBA Draft Trade While Competing in The Finals originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Amid their battle between the Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2025 NBA Finals, the Indiana Pacers are still taking calls regarding the future of their team.

May 7, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) works his way to the basket against Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (11) during the second quarter of game one of the second round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images / Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jerry West and Elgin Baylor did it often. Kyrie Irving and LeBron James did it a couple of times. And now, Jalen Williams and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander have entered NBA lore.

The Thunder are one win from their first NBA title since the team moved from Seattle in 2008. The Pacers are on the brink of elimination.

As Jalen Williams flipped in a runner at the rim through contact, the whistles blew for the hoop and the harm. As the Paycom Center erupted into a deafening, co

Keeping Alex Caruso in the Bacta tank for the regular season, the Oklahoma City Thunder's cautious approach with the 31-year-old has paid off in the NBA playoffs. He's flipped a switch, to say the least.

Pascal Siakam Reveals Honest Thoughts on NBA Journey Amid Finals originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Indiana Pacers are preparing for Game 3 of the NBA finals on Wednesday against the Oklahoma City Thunder inside Gainbridge Fieldhouse.