Maybe T.J. McConnell could start if Haliburton isn’t able to play. He’s been solid, and the rotation looks good when he’s on the floor, so let’s just see how things go tomorrow.

Indiana will definitely be playing with urgency since they want to force a Game 7. All they need to focus on right now is winning at home, then worry about the final game after that. I just hope this time Indiana gets more free throws, because so far in the series, it’s been OKC getting most of the calls.

33 years old is not old, just look at LeBron, he’s 40 and still playing over 30 minutes a game. So that’s not really an issue. Besides, the Pacers are great at managing their rotation. They’ve got plenty of guys who can step in and give T.J. some rest when needed.

Even without Haliburton, the Pacers won’t go down easily. And if you notice, there hasn’t been much line movement, which shows even the bookies are still confident in Indiana’s chances.

Each person has different physique. Lebron is an all star because of his one of a kind physique so you shouldn’t compared TJ to an all star player casually.

I agree that 33 years old is not that old but if you compared his age to other players on the floor especially OKC you will notice the importance of age factor on an endurance game.

Pacers coach is not dumb enough to bench TJ when he is on fire if he can sustain the same level all throughout the game.


You’re right on this. Haliburton effect is only on the last quarter so I understand why the bookie odds don’t adjust much. I never said they are going down easily, my concern is mainly if TJ can sustain a full game as complete replacement to Hali.

Same. I am locking my bet on the Pacers too.

Indiana Pacers - Oklahoma City Thunder - Indiana Pacers ML @2.85
Tyrese Haliburton is actually in a questionable status, but x2.85 seems to indicate that he will probably play. That's their normal odds even at homecourt because they had been the underdog since the start of this series.
I think this will go to Game 7. Siakam will probably play a monster game too so I would add some props for him.

Good luck, everyone!

Tyrese Haliburton is playing now, but I don't see him getting more playing time, as Toppin and McConnel are playing from the bench. Although he already got 4 points, which is a better start than game 5 for Haliburton. I am not sure if he still hurt about what happened last game 5.

It’s still a bit early but I like the courage, after all, there’s no more game after this, so might as well bet everything on the team we believe will win.

That multiplier offers a huge return, and just for your info, I’m also a Pacers fan, and they’ve proven in Game 6 that they really are a strong team.
So I’ll continue backing them in this final game of the series.

Good luck to us!

While everybody in this betting thread are backing the Pacers to win today's game. I am saying no because the Oklahoma Thunder are simply too strong of a team and them being at home for this final game is the defining point that will result in them winning the championship.
Even though I like Indiana and have bet on them for all the games in this series aswell, I simply can not put any amount on them to win.
Oklahoma are the more well rounded and are defensively the better team if you look at their statistics.
Plus they are the healthier of the two when comparing their star players Shai and Tyrese.

So that to me means Oklahoma Thunder will be crowned the NBA champions tonight after this game 7 of the finals are done.

I believe the Thunder will bounce back now, win the game, and get the ring!
I just hope it will cover the spread at home. They usually play strong on their own home court. I think they'll come out with more energy this time.

Although I want OKC Thunder to win this but not this way with Tyrese out, I feel completely disheartened for Tyrese, he looked super good in that Game 6 and even started this game incredibly well, it hurts to see him go down like, so part of me now want his group to win this for him.

It’s just unfortunate, they could’ve had a shot at winning this game, but without him, their offense became too predictable. T.J. McConnell was trying to energize the team, scoring back-to-back baskets, but it still wasn’t enough to lead a comeback.

Less than 5 minutes left and they’re down by 14 points.. it’s hard to come back from that, especially with their main playmaker out.
Good thing the under hit, at least there’s that.