In a thrilling Game 3 of the NBA finals, the Indiana Pacers emerged victorious over the Oklahoma City Thunder with a score of 116-107, seizing a 2-1 series lead. Bennedict Mathurin shone with 27 points, while Tyrese Haliburton’s stellar performance included 22 points and 11 assists, propelling the Pacers to a strong finish.

Despite trailing by five points entering the fourth quarter, Indiana staged a remarkable comeback by outscoring Oklahoma City 32-18 in the final period. Mathurin’s 10 points in the quarter and Haliburton’s adept orchestration of the offense, connecting with Pascal Siakam and Myles Turner for crucial baskets, were instrumental in the Pacers’ late surge.

Although Jalen Williams led the Thunder with 26 points and Chet Holmgren contributed 20 points and 10 rebounds, Oklahoma City’s offense faltered when it mattered most. The Thunder struggled with their shooting in the fourth quarter, going just 6-of-17 from the field and 0-for-4 from three-point range, while also committing five turnovers.

Indiana’s balanced scoring attack saw Siakam finish with 21 points, supported by six players scoring in double figures and an impressive 51.8% shooting from the field. The Pacers capitalized on Thunder turnovers, converting them into 21 points, and dominated the second-chance opportunities, winning the battle 13-7.

With Game 4 set for Friday in Indianapolis, the Pacers aim to further assert their dominance and push Oklahoma City to the brink in their quest for NBA glory.