In the NBA Finals, the Oklahoma City Thunder secured a decisive Game 2 victory over the Indiana Pacers, leveling the series after Tyrese Haliburton's previous buzzer-beater in Game 1. The Thunder dominated with a score of 123-107, with MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scoring 34 points. Haliburton struggled greatly, totaling only five points through the first three quarters. The article discusses the Pacers' need to adjust their strategy for Game 3, particularly by extending the minutes of key players and potentially shrinking their rotation to better compete against the Thunder’s deep bench.
The Thunder's defense dominated, holding Haliburton to five points in three quarters while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34, leading OKC to a crucial Game 2 victory.
Rick Carlisle's rotation strategy must evolve as the Pacers can't afford to let their stars rest while falling behind, especially with OKC's strong bench presence.
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