US EditionThunder Focused on Pacers 1 Win Away From NBA Title
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA, JUN 19 – The Thunder lead the series 3-2 and aim to clinch their first NBA title since relocating, with teams holding a 82% series win rate from this position, officials said.
- The Oklahoma City Thunder lead the NBA Finals series 3-2 and will play Game 6 against the Indiana Pacers on Thursday night in Indianapolis for a chance at their first title.
- The Pacers face uncertainty as All-Star Tyrese Haliburton is recovering from a strained calf and his playing status will be known only on game day, affecting Indiana's chances to extend the series.
- Thunder guard Jalen Williams scored 40 points in Game 5, marking his highest-scoring playoff performance, while Thunder coach Mark Daigneault emphasized careful preparation for each possession to secure victory.
- Since 2000, teams holding opportunities to win the NBA title have a 25-13 record in such games, and the Thunder aim to maintain this by winning Game 6 to reach 84 total wins including playoffs.
- If the Thunder win on Thursday, they will claim the NBA championship at Gainbridge Fieldhouse amid expectations of a strong crowd, while Indiana hopes to force a decisive Game 7 in Oklahoma City on Sunday.
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