The NBA Finals series between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers is tied at 2-2 and headed back to Paycom Center for Game 5 on Monday night.
The Pacers have been a force throughout the playoffs and are proving themselves a worthy match for the Thunder. Indiana and Oklahoma City have traded blows throughout the first four games, with the Thunder staving off panic with a win in Game 4.
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Though Indiana looked to secure a 3-1 lead before leaving the Hoosier State, MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had another elite performance to even the series. The Canadian star clocked in 35 points as Jalen Williams supplemented him with 27 to ride a 111-104 win back to Oklahoma City. For Indiana, Eastern Conference finals MVP Pascal Siakam led the way with 20 points, while Tyrese Haliburton contributed 18.
Which team will take a commanding 3-2 lead going into Thursday’s Game 6? Tune in to find out.
Date: Monday, June 16
Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
Location: Paycom Center | Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
TV channel: ABC
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