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Haliburton’s Game 3 Heroics Lift Pacers to 2-1 Finals Lead

His 22-point, 11-assist night gave Indiana a 2-1 Finals lead; partner Jade Jones’s viral courtside celebrations plus Caitlin Clark’s round-the-clock group chats have bolstered team morale.

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Overview

  • The Pacers secured a 116-107 win in Game 3 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse to take a 2-1 series lead over the Thunder.
  • Tyrese Haliburton recorded 22 points, 11 assists and nine rebounds to anchor Indiana’s offense in his first NBA Finals appearance.
  • Jade Jones amplified the victory with courtside style and a TikTok cameo alongside Terry Crews that went viral.
  • WNBA star Caitlin Clark sent a “Love you guys” message after the win and stays connected in a 24/7 group chat with Haliburton and their partners.
  • Both Haliburton and Clark have expressed their intention to remain in Indiana for the rest of their careers.