Pacers Force Game 7; Markets React to Finals

The Indiana Pacers forced a Game 7 in the NBA Finals with a 108-91 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 6, marking the first Finals to reach a seventh game since 2016. Tyrese Haliburton played through a right calf strain, recording 14 points and five assists in 23 minutes, while six Pacers, including Obi Toppin and TJ McConnell, scored in double digits. The Thunder struggled offensively, missing their first eight shots, with MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leading them with 21 points. The game also influenced financial markets, as cryptocurrency trading dipped and sports betting stocks like DraftKings surged during the matchup. Game 7 will be hosted by the Thunder in Oklahoma City, with both franchises seeking their first NBA championship. High stakes and recent trends set the stage for a dramatic series finale.