Pacers celebrate historical victory! Thunder under pressure in NBA finals!

Pacers celebrate historical victory! Thunder under pressure in NBA finals!

Indianapolis, USA - The Oklahoma City Thunder had to give up the Indiana Pacers with 107: 116 in the NBA finals. With this loss, the Thunder are now 1: 2 in the best-of-Seven series. It is particularly annoying for OKC that you have lost the first game in your own hall. The next game takes place in the night of Saturday (CET) in Indianapolis, where the Pacers are aiming for their first championship.

The Pacers, who played a home game in an NBA final after 25 years, led 64-60 at halftime. These two points ahead were crucial because Oklahoma City had initially started well, but in the second half lost control of the game. Tyrese Haliburton, who gave everything for his team with 22 points and 11 templates, was positive about the victory and support of the fans.

offensive strength of the Pacers

Bennedict Mathurin was the outstanding player on the field, scored 27 points and was the best thrower of the game. Pascal Siakam also contributed significantly to victory and contributed 21 points, including the last basket of the game. T.J. McConnell flashed with a remarkable performance by playing a game with at least 10 points, 5 assists and 5 steals in the history of the NBA Finals.

The success of the Pacers in the ongoing Postseason is impressive; They are unbeaten when you score 110 points or more. In the first half, they also managed their use of bank players more successfully by significantly exceeding the Thunder Bank with 30-11.

weaknesses of the Thunder

The Oklahoma City Thunder, who won 68 games in the regular season and therefore had high expectations of the finals, fought with many gymnastics. They made 19 ball losses, which must be seen as a significant factor for defeat. Jalen Williams and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander were the best throwers for the team with 26 and 24 points, but could not prevent the defeat.

The Thunder can look back on a moving playoff story. The franchise, which has been playing in Oklahoma City less than 20 years ago, has achieved a lot. However, they have been waiting for a title in 2012 since their last final appearance against Miami Heat. This final series is now a decisive moment because the franchise endeavors to triumph for the first time as Oklahoma City Thunder after winning the title as Supersonics in 1979.

The next game in Indianapolis on Friday could be crucial for Thunder. Another loss would bring them to the edge of the switch -off, while the Pacers would only be two victories from their historic first championship.