Thunder stun Pacers in Game 5. Can Indiana overcome Haliburton's injury to force Game 7?
The NBA Finals heat up as Oklahoma City seizes control. Tony East and Rylan Stiles break down the Thunder's defensive dominance, J-Dub's 40-point explosion, and Tyrese Haliburton's game-changing injury. They analyze the Pacers' offensive struggles, dissect key performances, and explore how Indiana might bounce back at home.
Will Haliburton's calf strain derail the Pacers' championship dreams? Can OKC close out the series, or will Indiana's three-point shooting keep their title hopes alive? Tune in for expert insights on the pivotal Game 6 matchup and potential Game 7 scenarios in this thrilling NBA Finals showdown.
0:00 Intro: Thunder take Game 5, Halliburton injury
5:41 Thunder's defensive adjustments for injured Halliburton
10:02 Potential impact if Halliburton can't play
14:15 Thunder's improved defense and J-Dub's breakout
18:16 Pacers' offensive struggles and tempo issues
22:17 MVP chants and crowd energy discussion
25:19 Can Pacers force a Game 7?
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