🗓️ Games played on June 9. and 14, 2025
After two intense battles in Oklahoma — including Haliburton’s unforgettable buzzer-beater — the series shifts to Gainbridge Fieldhouse for Indiana vs Oklahoma Game 3 and 4. The entire arena turns yellow as the Pacers’ home crowd prepares for a playoff spectacle. 🟡🔥
Let’s dive into both games and see how the balance of power keeps shifting between these two determined squads.
With the series tied 1–1, Game 3 was the first opportunity for Indiana to take control at home—and they didn’t disappoint.
The Thunder came out swinging in the first quarter, storming the court with high energy and fast transitions. They took an early lead, finishing Q1 ahead 32–24. Oklahoma was flying.
But Indiana responded in style in the second quarter. Their offense exploded for 40 points, led by Haliburton’s court vision and Siakam’s dominance in the paint. At halftime, the Pacers had turned things around and went into the break up 64–60.
The third quarter brought another shift—Oklahoma locked in defensively and held Indiana to just 20 points, flipping momentum yet again. But just like the first half, Indiana bounced back in the fourth.
With the game tied after three quarters, the Pacers took control in the fourth. Led by Mathurin and Haliburton, Indiana pulled away with a dominant 32–18 final period to secure a confident 116–107 win and a 2–1 series lead..
Indiana showed resilience. Even when momentum shifted to OKC, they held their ground and made the big plays when it mattered most.
Game 4 was a true nailbiter from start to finish.
The opening quarter was a shootout, with both teams trading buckets. Indiana edged ahead 35–34. But by Q2, defenses tightened, and the home team built on their lead with a 25–23 quarter.
At halftime: Indiana 60 – Oklahoma 57.
In the third, Indiana again outpaced the Thunder with a 27–23 quarter. With a 7-point cushion heading into the fourth, it felt like the Pacers could go up 3–1 and grab a strong grip on the series.
But Shai had other plans.
With less than five minutes left, SGA went into MVP mode:
Indiana collapsed in the fourth, scoring just 17 points to OKC’s 31.
Final score: 111–104 for the Thunder.
Full Stats: ESPN
With the series now tied 2–2, Oklahoma has regained home-court advantage and momentum. But Indiana has proven they can bounce back.
The question is: Will Haliburton and the Pacers strike again in Game 5? Or will Shai’s playoff brilliance shine once more in front of the OKC crowd?
One thing’s for sure—this series is far from over.
🟦 Indiana vs Oklahoma Game 3 and 4 delivered elite basketball and playoff intensity.
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