After two meetings of the NBA FINALS, Indiana Pacers led in a series to four wins 2-1 with Oklahoma City Thunder. The first two matches were played in Oklahomie and there Indiana won one victory, then in front of her own audience she won another match, and last night both teams again faced Indianapolis.
A draw in the NBA finals. Ohklahoma City Thunder conquered Indianapolis
As befits this competition – there was a very equalization from the beginning. It is true that Indiana Pacers led and controlled the result, but this advantage was very fragile. After the first two quarters, the hosts led 60:57, so it was known that nothing is known before the second part of the competition on the court in Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
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In the third quarter, Indiana Pacers continued to lead. This advantage was two points, at other times ten, so that the team from Indianapolis finally led 87:80 before the fourth quarter. However, the game is to the end, and Oklahoma City Thunder was the best example. Guests systematically eliminated the loss, led to a draw 91:91, 95:95 and 97:97. Then there was a short exchange and personal throws, after which there were 101: 99 for Indiana Pacers.
At the same time, Trese Haliburton carried out an individual action, added two points, it was 103: 99 and they were also the last points from the game for the hosts! Until the end of the meeting, they remained 3 minutes and 20 seconds. After a while, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander replied. In the next action he added two points and ran 105: 103. It was their first lead from the second quarter and the result 55:53!
Until the end of the meeting, they remained 2 minutes and 20 seconds. From that moment, points fell only after personal throws, and those more had guests who led and forced their rivals to fouls. Ultimately, Oklahoma City Thunder won with Indiana Pacers 111: 104 and equalized the competition on 2-2. The hero of the meeting was Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who scored 35 points.
The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 17 at 2:30 Polish time in Oklahomie.