
Indiana needs the alpha version of Tyrese Haliburton, while OKC hopes Chet Holmgren can keep holding down the fort inside.
There is a palpable buzz around Indianapolis as the city gets set to host Game 3 tonight.
Indiana's swingman savors every defensive task, even if that includes guarding the reigning Kia MVP in the NBA Finals.
OKC's star was in attack mode from the start of Game 2, dropping another 30-point game while getting everyone involved.
OKC superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander supplants Tyrese Haliburton for the top spot after a dominant Game 2 performance.
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