Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Game 4 closing stretch could be one to remember for Thunder
"Underneath that stoic personality is a deep, deep-rooted competitiveness," teammate Alex Caruso said of the NBA MVP.
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14th June 2025
On the doorstep of NBA Finals control, the Pacers let Game 4 slip away
Make no mistake: If Indiana goes on to drop this series, Friday's game will be the cause. The Pacers simply found so many ways to lose.
Thunder vs. Pacers: How OKC's collective team effort gave Shai Gilgeous-Alexander the juice to close out Game 4
INDIANAPOLIS — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander told anyone who would listen earlier in these 2025 NBA Finals: Yes, he’s the one with the Most Valuable Player trophy and the matinee idol billing, but the Thunder are far from a solo act.
After Game 4 low, Pacers look to 'dig in' at 2-2
The Pacers are looking to put the disappointment of Game 4 behind them as they enter a hostile environment in Oklahoma City with the NBA Finals tied at 2. Said Tyrese Haliburton: "I wouldn't want to go to war with any other group.".
Thunder vs. Pacers: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander takes his place in NBA Finals lore as he saves the series and OKC's season
INDIANAPOLIS — The moment was here — everyone playing knew it, everyone in Gainbridge Fieldhouse knew it, and it couldn’t be escaped.
Thunder vs. Pacers: Indiana's magic runs out in Game 4 of the NBA Finals — 'We should have got this one today'
INDIANAPOLIS — In the grand scheme of things, following a 111-104 loss Friday night to the 68-win, top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder, the fourth-seeded Indiana Pacers have done their job.
Thunder rally, Pacers gag in Game 4 + KD trade watch & draft smoke
Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor ShowApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeKevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh went LIVE following Game 4 between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers.
SGA's 4th-quarter flurry saves OKC, evens Finals
Led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 15-point fourth quarter, the Thunder rallied from a 10-point second-half deficit to win 111-104 and tie the NBA Finals at 2-2.
Phil Pressey Named Head Coach Of Maine Celtics
The Boston Celtics named Phil Pressey the head coach of the G League's Maine Celtics on Friday, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Pressey spent the last two seasons as a player enhancement coach with the Celtics.
WNBA Agrees To Multi-Year Deal To Continue Airing Games On ION
ION will continue to air WNBA games after the league reached a new multiyear agreement with Scripps. The new deal will take effect in 2026. Terms were not disclosed.
Knicks To Meet With Taylor Jenkins, Mike Brown Next Week
The New York Knicks are planning to meet with Taylor Jenkins and Mike Brown next week to discuss their head coach vacancy, sources told Shames Charania of ESPN. The Knicks previously met with Brown in 2020, with Brown making a strong impression on the team.
Thunder flip script against comeback-king Pacers, rally in fourth to tie NBA Finals
Indiana went uncharacteristically cold late, and now the finals are a best-of-three series.
Sources: Knicks set for talks with Brown, Jenkins
The Knicks are set to begin the first stage of formal interviews for their head coaching job next week, with plans to meet with Mike Brown and Taylor Jenkins, sources told ESPN.
‘How is this happening?’: SGA’s incredible 54-year first as big call sparks NBA Finals comeback
For the majority of Saturday’s game, it felt like the Indiana Pacers were cruising. The scoreboard may not have shown it, but a 3-1 NBA Finals series lead was there for the taking.
Knicks set to interview Taylor Jenkins, Mike Brown next week: Sources
New York is also expected to start contacting organizations to speak with assistant head coaches about its opening.
NBA trade rumors, Daryl Morey's failures, Knicks lacking toughness and LeBron's longevity
On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Marcus Morris discuss trade rumors surrounding Kevin Durant and Giannis Antetokounmpo. Next, Vince and Marcus take a look at the New York Knicks head coach search and why Daryl Morey has failed the Philadelphia 76ers.
Kevin Durant isn't the player he once was, and that makes any potential deal tricky
Unless you've been living under a rock — in which case, why would you ever willingly do that? — the fate of Kevin Durant in Phoenix has been more or less settled for months now.
2025 NBA Draft scouting report: Rocco Zikarsky, C, Brisbane Bullets
For a two-round mock draft and a big board with full scouting reports, check out my NBA Draft Guide.Rocco Zikarsky, C, Brisbane BulletsHeight: 7-3 • Weight: 257 • Age: 18. Summary: Zikarsky is a big Australian center who plays a traditional role as an interior finisher and rim protector.
2025 NBA Draft scouting report: Yanic Konan Niederhauser, F/C, Penn State
For a two-round mock draft and a big board with full scouting reports, check out my NBA Draft Guide.
NBA trade rumors: The latest on a Kevin Durant deal, Knicks' coaching search and Giannis Antetokounmpo moves
NBA commissioner Adam Silver might prefer that teams don't make blockbuster trades or other league-altering types of news during the NBA Finals, while the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers compete for a championship.
2025 NBA Draft scouting report: Neoklis Avdalas, F, Panathinaikos
For a two-round mock draft and a big board with full scouting reports, check out my NBA Draft Guide.Neoklis Avdalas, F, PanathinaikosHeight: 6-8 • Weight: 198 • Age: 19. Summary: Avdalas is a Greek forward with playmaking skill and versatility.
Anthony Slater Leaving The Athletic For ESPN
Anthony Slater will leave The Athletic to join ESPN later this summer.
Clippers Emerge As Possible Kevin Durant Trade Destination
The LA Clippers have emerged this week as a potential wildcard trade suitor for Kevin Durant, sources tell ESPN. Zach Lowe of The Ringer also suggested the Clippers as a team who could acquire Durant.
Ty Jerome Could Sign For Full Midlevel Exception
The market for Ty Jerome in free agency could reach the full midlevel exception starting at $14.1 million in Year 1. Jerome was on a $2.5 million deal for the 2024-25 season with the Cleveland Cavaliers and finished third in Sixth Man of the Year voting.
KD to the Knicks? It's one of five trade offers we pitched our resident GM -- see which deal he picked
With the Suns and Durant meeting to sift through trade destinations, our NBA insiders break down five deals that work -- and pick a winner in the potential KD sweepstakes.
Kevin Durant trade appears imminent as suitors submit final offers to Suns: Report
Kevin Durant could be joining his fifth franchise by the end of the weekend, according to ESPN's Shams Charania, who reported Friday on "The Pat McAfee Show" that the Miami Heat, Houston Rockets and Minnesota Timberwolves are submitting their final offers for the Phoenix Suns star forward.
Suns Accelerate Kevin Durant Trade Talks With Rockets, Heat, Wolves Most Engaged
The Phoenix Suns are intensifying Kevin Durant trade discussions with a deal expected before the NBA Draft. Three franchises have emerged as the primary contenders: the Houston Rockets, Miami Heat, and Minnesota Timberwolves.
Bucks Plan To Stay In Tax Under 2nd Apron To Keep Core Intact Alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo
Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to begin the 2025-26 season with the Milwaukee Bucks, according to sources. However, the current sentiment could change throughout the offseason depending on roster construction and organizational decisions.
Caitlin Clark Wants To Spend Entire WNBA Career With Indiana Fever
Caitlin Clark has expressed her desire to remain with the Indiana Fever for her entire WNBA career. Clark cited the passionate fanbase and unique basketball culture as primary reasons for wanting to build her legacy in Indiana.
Pacers vs. Thunder odds: Best bets, predictions for NBA Finals Game 4
The Indiana Pacers won Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday night, 116-107, over the Oklahoma City Thunder as 5.5-point home underdogs, continuing Indiana's impressive postseason run against the spread. The Thunder are now 0-8 ATS on the road in the 2025 playoffs.
Source: Nuggets' Westbrook to decline option
Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook is declining his $3.4 million player option for next season and will become a free agent later this month, a source told ESPN's Shams Charania.
Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam has eyes of Africa on him during NBA Finals
INDIANAPOLIS – Pascal Siakam brought the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy to the Giants of Africa basketball camp in Yaoundé, Cameroon, after winning an NBA championship with the Toronto Raptors in 2019. The Cameroon native’s hope was to inspire the next generation of African basketball players.
Thunder vs. Pacers: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander must 'get it done' for OKC, but Indiana is putting the MVP on mute
INDIANAPOLIS — Before Game 3 of the 2025 NBA Finals, Rick Carlisle did not want to talk about the Indiana Pacers’ pickup points — how far away from their own basket they would have a defender meet the Oklahoma City Thunder’s ball-handlers.
What have the Thunder lacked en route to 2-1 hole against Pacers? Cohesive play
The Pacers have a 2-1 series lead primarily because the Thunder have gotten away from team basketball. Can that change in Game 4?.
13th June 2025
Russell Westbrook declines player option with Nuggets, will become free agent: Report
Russell Westbrook has declined his player option for next season with the Denver Nuggets, and will become an unrestricted free agent on June 30, according to Marc Stein. Westbrook's player option was worth $3.5 million.
Tyrese Haliburton, Caitlin Clark and the most powerful friendship in basketball
From group chats to high-level X's and O's breakdowns, the two superstars have pushed themselves -- and each other -- to the top of the basketball universe.
Russell Westbrook To Decline $3.4M Player Option With Nuggets
Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook will decline his $3.4 million player option for next season and will opt for free agency. Westbrook signed a two-year, veteran minimum contract with the Nuggets last season, which included a player option for the 2025-26 season.
Overheard at the NBA Finals: Latest buzz on the futures of KD, Giannis and the Knicks
What are NBA insiders saying about the biggest offseason storylines? Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst canvass the league.
Thunder vs. Pacers: The NBA Finals stage is set for a monumental Game 4. Will you be watching?
INDIANAPOLIS — Only twice in history has a No. 4 seed or lower faced a top overall seed in the NBA Finals, and never before has a seed so low led the championship series against the team that finished with the league's best record in the regular season.
Kings Aggressively Trying To Trade For First-Round Pick
The Sacramento Kings do not currently hold a pick in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft. Sacramento sent their pick to the Atlanta Hawks, as a result of the Kevin Huerter trade in 2022. That lack of a pick has the Kings looking to get into the first round.
Pelicans Eyeing Ace Bailey In Trade-Up Scenarios
The New Orleans Pelicans are reportedly looking at trading up from the seventh overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. The player New Orleans is possibly looking to trade up for is Ace Bailey of Rutgers. New Pelicans GM Joe Dumars is reportedly a fan of Bailey's.
Kobe Bryant's coming-out party in Indiana dashed the Pacers' title hopes 25 years ago
Twenty-five years ago, the Indiana Pacers faced another pivotal NBA Finals Game 4. It was the game where the legend of Kobe Bryant was born.
Reebok's basketball revival strategy: CEO Todd Krinsky on Angel Reese, Shaq
Reebok is back in the basketball game again and showcasing bigger-than-life personalities that embrace on- and off-the-court culture.
NBA Finals trends I'm watching: Tyrese Haliburton's speed, sneaky rebounding and more
An All-Star’s energy has returned. Rebounders are causing mismatches. And a notorious pest is winning with skill.
Thunder struck with a midrange shooting slump at the wrong time in NBA Finals
The Thunder's 2-point shooting has abandoned them against the Pacers. Will the law of averages swing OKC's way before it's too late?.
We thought the Indiana Pacers were underdogs. But this team is a juggernaut
The Pacers started the season 10-15, but now they're two wins away from their first NBA championship. They've earned our respect.
NBA mock draft, chaos edition: A Cooper Flagg-Dylan Harper swap? Let's get weird
The lottery was a wild one, with the Mavericks shockingly winning the top pick. What if the draft is full of head-scratchers too?.
Thunder at Pacers Game 4 picks, odds, how to watch: Tense NBA Finals action on Friday the 13th
Game 4 of the NBA Finals goes down on Friday the 13th. Indiana is a home underdog despite its surging momentum and Game 3 excellence.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander On Feeling Fatigued In Game 3: 'You Got To Suck It Up'
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander didn't blame fatigue for his performance in the Oklahoma City Thunder's Game 3 loss to the Indiana Pacers despite being held to three points on 1-of-3 shooting in the fourth quarter. "You got to suck it up," Gilgeous-Alexander said on Thursday.
Billy Donovan To Knicks Considered 'More Plausible' Than Other Employed Coaches
The New York Knicks have requested permission to speak to at least five currently employed head coaches in Jason Kidd, Ime Udoka, Chris Finch, Billy Donovan and Quin Snyder and were denied by all five incumbent teams.
Ja Morant Parts Ways With Mike Miller's Lift Sports Management As Agent
Ja Morant has parted ways with Mike Miller's Lift Sports Management. Morant joined Lift in April 2024 and Miller had been a regular at Grizzlies' games this past season.
Giannis Antetokounmpo Expected To Remain With Bucks
Giannis Antetokounmpo will remain with the Milwaukee Bucks after he was on the precipice of a possible exit in May when he was reportedly open-minded about his future for the first time.
Kevin Durant Maintains Interest In Knicks Trade Six Years After Brooklyn Decision
Kevin Durant continues to have interest in joining the New York Knicks, six years after choosing the Brooklyn Nets over Manhattan's franchise as a free agent in 2019 when he left the Golden State Warriors. "I definitely think he's got interest in the Knicks," said Brian Windhorst.
Pacers-Thunder Sees Peak Viewership In Game 3 Despite 20 Percent Drop From 2024 Finals
Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Indiana Pacers Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder averaged 9.19 million viewers on ABC Wednesday, representing the series' highest-rated game despite declining 20 percent from last year's comparable matchup.
Sam Presti Attempted To Hire Brian Windhorst For Intel Role With Thunder
Sam Presti and the Oklahoma City Thunder attempted to hire Brian Windhorst away from ESPN approximately 10 years ago.
Kevin Love's tribute to legendary Brian Wilson
The Miami Heat forward had a close connection to the late Beach Boys co-founder -- who was a family member.
Pacers win Game 3, Giannis' plans for Milwaukee and Knicks head coach search continues
On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Dan Titus react to the Indiana Pacers’ impressive Game 3 win in the NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder before previewing the pivotal Game 4 on Friday.
Thunder vs. Pacers: T.J. McConnell is having his NBA Finals moment in Indiana — 'You have to play fearless'
INDIANAPOLIS — T.J. McConnell chuckles at it instead of taking it as an insult, the whole “great white hope” thing assigned to him by Tyrese Haliburton. But it seems to work in Indianapolis. If it was an inside joke, it made it to the outside world on the NBA’s biggest stage.
SGA on late-game fatigue: 'Got to suck it up'
Speaking to the media on Thursday, Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wasn't about to blame Wednesday night's Game 3 loss on fatigue: "You got to suck it up.".
Sources: Lakers' Finney-Smith has ankle surgery
Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith had surgery on his left ankle and is expected to be able to participate in training camp ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season, sources told ESPN.
How Indy keeps making doubters pay, including Jay-Z's failed $1M Thunder bet
Subscribe to The Big NumberApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeTom Haberstroh and Dan Devine are back with this week's big number: 1 million dollars. That's how much Jay-Z allegedly wagered and then lost, when he placed a milly on OKC to win the Finals in 5 games.
Andscape at the NBA Finals: Biggest SURPRISES in Indy + GAME 3 superlatives + way-too-early MVP picks
Welcome to Andscape at NBA Finals, where senior NBA writer Marc J. Spears, columnist William C. Rhoden and on-air contributor Sheila Matthews will get into what’s happening on and off the court in Oklahoma City and Indianapolis.
Suns Have Traction On Kevin Durant Trade, Now Considered 'Biggest Available Domino'
While there are some potential unknown trade partners for Kevin Durant, the Phoenix Suns are focused on the Minnesota Timberwolves, Houston Rockets, Miami Heat, San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks.
Dorian Finney-Smith Undergoes Ankle Surgery Ahead Of Free Agency
Dorian Finney-Smith underwent surgery on his left ankle and is expected to be able to participate in training camp next season. Finney-Smith had been dealing with the lingering ankle injury over the past several seasons.
RealGM Radio: Pacers-Thunder Game 3 Reaction; Pacers' Chance At History, OKC In Danger?
Wes Goldberg shares his takeaways and observations from the Indiana Pacers' win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, including Tyrese Haliburton's aggressiveness, the Pacers' defensive adjustments and where Shai Gilgeous-Alexander fell short.
NBA Teams Report Unusually Quiet Draft Intel As Trade Focus Dominates
NBA front offices are experiencing an unusually quiet information flow regarding draft prospects, with over half a dozen team sources telling The Athletic that intelligence feels limited compared to typical pre-draft periods.
Ball Up Top: NBA Finals Game 3 SAVIORS, Hali vs. SGA + Thunder lineup questions with Kendrick Perkins
“Ball Up Top” is a weekly NBA video series where Andscape’s David Dennis Jr. talks about the hot topics in the league and pop culture with special guests and Andscape personalities. In Episode 15, David Dennis Jr.
Kings Could Pursue Marcus Smart, Jrue Holiday, Malcolm Brodgon
The Sacramento Kings are prioritizing the addition of a point guard this offseason after trading away De'Aaron Fox ahead of the deadline. Jrue Holiday and Marcus Smart are a pair of potential trade targets, while Malcolm Brogdon could be a more affordable free agent option.
Sixers Discuss Trading Up To No. 3 With Spurs
The Philadelphia 76ers have engaged with the San Antonio Spurs on moving up to the No. 2 overall pick, sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.
Sixers Discuss Trading Up To No. 2 With Spurs
The Philadelphia 76ers have engaged with the San Antonio Spurs on moving up to the No. 2 overall pick, sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.
Knicks coaching search currently focused on Mike Brown, Taylor Jenkins: Sources
More names could emerge soon, as a league source said the Knicks are planning on finalizing that list in the coming days.
Celtics Confident In Potentially Trading Porzingis, Holiday Without Losing Value
The Boston Celtics are exploring ways to reduce their payroll this offseason, with Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday emerging as potential trade candidates.
Thunder face moment of truth entering Game 4: 'You got to go in and play for your life'
All season long, the Thunder dominated with the top defense and third-most efficient offense. But the playoffs have been far more difficult.
Adam Silver addresses negative feedback through first 2 games of the 2025 NBA Finals
NBA commissioner Adam Silver has addressed the negative feedback from the first two games of the 2025 NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers.
Thunder vs. Pacers odds: Oklahoma City is biggest NBA Finals road favorite in 35 years in Game 4
The Oklahoma City Thunder came into the 2025 NBA Finals as huge -700 favorites at BetMGM, tied for the seventh-biggest favorite in the NBA Finals since 1968, according to Sports Odds History. The Thunder went an astonishing 68-14 in the regular season en route to the No.
Indiana Pacers guard Bennedict Mathurin is never short on confidence
INDIANAPOLIS – “La, la, la, la. Wait ’til I get my money right. “La, la, la la.
LOTS (more) around-the-NBA Intel
The New York Knicks have been calling teams all week to try to speak to coaches under contract.Us?We just keep calling teams (and every well-placed league insider we know) to keep covering the NBA offseason that has already begun for 28 franchises and promises to be eventful in the extreme.
Dunc'd On: Jonathan Givony on the 2025 Draft
Jonathan Givony of ESPN is our guest to discuss some of the best and most overlooked prospects in the 2025 draft:. Cooper Flagg - 7:24 Dylan Harper - 15:15 Ace Bailey - 20:53 VJ Edgecombe - 25:09 Jeremiah Fears - 33:32 Kon Knueppel - 38:01 Tre Johnson - 41:14 Khaman Maluach - 44:30 Kasparas Jakucionis - 50:16 Noa Essengue - 52:26 Join Dunc'd On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.
Knicks Increase Focus On Mike Brown, Taylor Jenkins For Next Head Coach
The New York Knicks have been seeking an experienced head coach to fill the spot that opened when they fired Tom Thibodeau. That's led New York to contacting multiple teams, and being turned, to speak with current head coaches about the opening.
NBA Mock Draft 4.0: The latest first-round projections, plus a trade that could shake up the lottery
As hard as it is to believe, we’re only two weeks out from the 2025 NBA Draft. Trade rumors are starting to get louder and louder, and there are a number of teams that could move picks in the lottery. One of them? The Sixers with the third pick.
12th June 2025
How Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers put all NBA Finals pressure on Thunder
Tyrese Haliburton took a lot of criticism after Game 2, but Indiana's Game 3 turnaround has put all the pressure on Oklahoma City.
'Just a basketball savant': How Rick Carlisle's past impacts Tyrese Haliburton's present
From his time with point guards Jason Kidd and Luka Doncic in Dallas, Rick Carlisle's experience has made him the ideal coach for Tyrese Haliburton.
Bennedict Mathurin counted the days until his NBA Finals moment for the Pacers
Mathurin missed last year's Eastern Conference finals because of a torn labrum. In Game 3, he led the Pacers to a 2-1 finals series lead.
Why the Orlando Magic went back to bold pinstripes, but with a modern twist
Bold pinstripes are back in Orlando, but in a way that gives the new generation its own identity beyond Shaq and Penny nostalgia.
Michael Ruzic Withdraws From 2025 NBA Draft
Big man Michael Ruzic has withdrawn as an Early Entry Candidate for the 2025 NBA Draft. Ruzic will continue his career in Europe for at least one more season. The 7-footer played last season for Joventut Badalona.
Thunder vs. Pacers: How Indiana's bench beat OKC in Game 3 of NBA Finals — 'Our second group really won us the game'
INDIANAPOLIS — The Pacers are who they are because of Tyrese Haliburton — because of the way his predilection toward frenetic and decentralized possessions produces one of the NBA’s most efficient and effective offenses; because of his swashbuckling swagger; because of his growing highlight reel of unbelievable late-game shot-making.
PJ Tucker Intends To Continue Playing
New York Knicks forward P.J. Tucker took to Instagram to set the record straight about his playing future. In no uncertain terms, Tucker took time out of his summer vacation to make it clear that he's not retiring.
Warriors Could Pursue Bobby Portis In Free Agency
If Bobby Portis declines his $13.4 million player option with the Milwaukee Bucks for next season, he's expected to have no shortage of suitors in free agency. One team that could pursue Portis is the Golden State Warriors. The Warriors need additional frontcourt depth.
NBA Finals betting: The Thunder are still favored to win the Finals despite 2-1 deficit
The Oklahoma City Thunder are still favored to win the NBA Finals. The Indiana Pacers took a 2-1 series lead after a 116-107 win in Game 3 on Wednesday night, yet are still significant underdogs to win the series.
Obi Toppin's energy, high-flying feats help Pacers knock off Thunder in Game 3
The Pacers' reserve has athleticism, fearlessness and a level of defiance toward the law of gravity. In Game 3, Indiana needed all three.
This Week in Sports Trivia: June 12, 2025
How closely were you following the sports news this week? Find out and test your knowledge by taking The Athletic's weekly quiz.
Pacers are showing who they really are — and that they're for real
Game 3 revealed what the Pacers look like at their best. Dogged. Determined. And dominant when it matters most.
The Knicks knew they wanted to fire Tom Thibodeau. After that? Well, you're seeing it
With the Knicks air-balling in pursuit of employed head coaches, league sources say there is an increased focus on two ex-coaches.
2025 NBA mock draft: After Cooper Flagg and Dylan Harper, the intrigue begins
With two weeks to go before the draft, which prospects are rising and falling — and which teams might swing a trade?.
T.J. McConnell sparks Pacers bench in a Game 3 Indiana needed to win
He's a known irritant to teams around the NBA, but T.J. McConnell's play was especially edgy Wednesday.
Thunder's Game 3 turnover failings have put playoff run in danger again
Turnovers were a major problem for Oklahoma City in Game 3 and now the Thunder have hit their second danger point in these playoffs.
OKC points to 'unforced errors' amid unraveling
The Thunder were outscored 32-18 in the fourth quarter Wednesday night as they lost to the Pacers in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
Thunder vs. Pacers NBA Finals: OKC looks uncomfortable, and now its dream season is suddenly at risk
INDIANAPOLIS — As Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti turned the corner of the concourse in the bowels of Gainbridge Fieldhouse, following a 116-107 loss to the Indiana Pacers in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, a look of concern covered the face of one of the smartest men in basketball.
Thunder vs. Pacers NBA Finals: Indiana does what it does best to defend its home court
INDIANAPOLIS — The last time the Indiana Pacers pulled to within two games of an NBA championship, it was a stay of execution, delaying the inevitable celebration for the Los Angeles Lakers — the league’s brewing dynasty.
Tyrese Haliburton Following Pacers Win In Game 3: 'Our Bench Was Amazing'
The Indiana Pacers defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 116-107 in Game 3 of the NBA Finals to take a 2-1 series lead. Bennedict Mathurin lead the Pacers in scoring with 27 points off the bench. Tyrese Halliburton added 22 points, with Pascal Siakam scoring 21 points.
