A report by Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press detailed how the Indiana Pacers rallied to defeat the Oklahoma City Thunder 116-107 in Game 3 of the NBA Finals on June 11, 2025, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, taking a 2-1 series lead. Bennedict Mathurin’s 27 points off the bench sparked a dominant 32-18 fourth quarter, overturning a five-point deficit, marking Indiana’s first home Finals game in 25 years with stars like Caitlin Clark in attendance.
Standout Performances Shine
Tyrese Haliburton led with 22 points, 11 assists, and nine rebounds, while Pascal Siakam added 21, and TJ McConnell contributed 10 points, five assists, and five steals off the bench—a rare Finals feat. For the Thunder, Jalen Williams scored 26, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 24, and Chet Holmgren posted 20, but their 35% fourth-quarter shooting couldn’t hold off Indiana’s bench advantage (49-18).
Series Shift and Historical Edge
The game featured 15 ties, outpacing last year’s Finals total, showcasing its intensity. Indiana’s 10-0 record since mid-March after losses and an 80.5% historical Game 3 winner rate give them control. Game 4 on Friday in Indianapolis looms large, with the Thunder vowing to improve after being outplayed in the final stretch.
Posted on: 12 June 2025, 07:24 CET
