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Haliburton’s Buzzer-Beater Lifts Pacers Over Thunder in Game 1

The fourth-quarter rally extended Indiana’s playoff record of five comebacks from 15-point deficits as they pursue their first NBA championship.

Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers is defended by Luguentz Dort #5 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second quarter.
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Overview

  • Tyrese Haliburton sank a 21-foot pullup jumper with 0.3 seconds remaining to secure a 111-110 victory.
  • The Pacers erased a 15-point deficit in the fourth quarter for their fifth such comeback of the 2025 playoffs.
  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led all scorers with 38 points but saw Oklahoma City’s control unravel late in the game.
  • Indiana outrebounded Oklahoma City 56-39 and held the Thunder to just two points in the final 2:38.
  • Game 2 is scheduled for June 8 in Oklahoma City as the Pacers look to extend their series lead.