Tyrese Haliburton's Last-Second Heroics Propel Pacers to Stunning NBA Finals Victory
Source: news.source.sunstar
Tyrese Haliburton's clutch 21-foot jumper with 0.3 seconds remaining led the Indiana Pacers to a surprising 111-110 win against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Despite trailing by 15 points in the fourth quarter and committing 25 turnovers, the Pacers showcased their resilience, overturning historical odds to secure their first lead of the game and the series. Pascal Siakam and Obi Toppin contributed significantly, while the Thunder's home dominance was broken despite Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 38 points.
Key Points
Tyrese Haliburton hit a game-winning 21-foot jumper with 0.3 seconds left, securing a 111-110 victory for the Pacers.
The Pacers overcame a 15-point deficit in the fourth quarter, a rare feat in NBA Finals history.
Indiana committed 25 turnovers but still managed to win, showcasing their resilience.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 38 points, but it was not enough to secure the win.
Pascal Siakam and Obi Toppin were key contributors for the Pacers, scoring 19 and 17 points respectively.
The Thunder's home winning streak when leading by 15+ points was broken.
Coach Rick Carlisle's strategic bench decisions helped spark the comeback.
