Thunder-Pacers: SGA scores 34 as OKC win Game 2 of NBA Finals | Basketball News

In Game 2 of the NBA Finals, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 123-107 victory over the Indiana Pacers, leveling the series at 1-1. Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points, contributing to a significant improvement in the Thunder’s performance, including better transition points from turnovers and enhanced contributions from teammates like Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams. The Thunder’s defense was pivotal, particularly in a 19-2 run during the second quarter, while Tyrese Haliburton of the Pacers struggled early, scoring most of his 17 points in the final quarter.