Pacers, Thunder Headed to NBA Finals Game 7

The Indiana Pacers forced a Game 7 in the NBA Finals with a dominant 108-91 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 6, overcoming concerns about Tyrese Haliburton’s calf injury after intensive treatment. Haliburton led a balanced Pacers attack with 14 points, 5 assists, and key defensive plays, while six Indiana players scored in double figures. The Thunder, led by MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, struggled offensively, recording their lowest point total of the season and enduring a seven-minute scoring drought. Gilgeous-Alexander admitted his team did not play at a championship level. With the Pacers seeking their first-ever NBA championship and the Thunder aiming to cap their top-seeded season with a title, Game 7 will be played Sunday in Oklahoma City. Historical trends favor home teams in Game 7, but recent Finals have seen more road wins, adding to the uncertainty.