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Indy Steals Game 1 in OKC … WTF Happened? | With Zach Lowe

2025/6/6
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This chapter analyzes Indiana's stunning Game 1 victory over the heavily favored OKC Thunder. The discussion centers on the unexpected nature of the win, given OKC's dominance and Indiana's high turnover count. The analysis delves into specific plays and player performances that contributed to the upset.
  • Indiana Pacers' improbable win over OKC Thunder in Game 1 of the NBA Finals
  • High turnover rate for Pacers (19 in the first half)
  • Haliburton's game-winning shot
  • OKC's inconsistent offense and inability to close out the game
  • Indiana's strong rebounding (56-39)

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe react to the Pacers stunning OKC in Game 1 of the NBA Finals (2:32). Then, they preview Game 2 and discuss fixes for OKC to turn the series around (30:31). Finally, they discuss the Knicks' coaching drama, who the new head coach could be in New York, and trade rumors (46:30).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Zach Lowe

Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo

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