US EditionGame 3: Pacers Rally in the 4th, Beat Thunder 116-107 to Take 2-1 Lead in NBA Finals
- On Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, the Indiana Pacers secured a 116-107 victory over Oklahoma City in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
- The Pacers entered the game under pressure to bounce back after losing Game 2 in Oklahoma City and aimed to use their depth and home crowd to claim a series lead they previously did not have in 25 years.
- Tyrese Haliburton nearly recorded a triple-double for Indiana, contributing 22 points, 11 assists, and nine boards, while Bennedict Mathurin delivered a playoff-best 27 points off the bench, leading the Pacers' reserves to outscore the Thunder's bench 49-18.
- In the final quarter, the Pacers surged ahead by scoring 32 points to the Thunder’s 18, capitalizing on 19 forced turnovers that resulted in 21 points. Coach Mark Daigneault highlighted the Pacers' strong defensive pressure and efficient offensive execution as key factors in overcoming Oklahoma City down the stretch.
- With this victory, the Pacers take a 2-1 lead in the series and are just two wins short of securing their inaugural NBA championship as they get ready to host Game 4 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Friday.
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