After a crushing Game 1 defeat, the Oklahoma City Thunder did not let the Indiana Pacers get the Game 2 win as the Thunder secured a stunning 123-107 win at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. The home team got a splendid 16-point win, leaving little room for the Pacers to lead the game. Here is the box score, player stats, game summary, and everything you need to know about the Indiana Pacers vs Oklahoma City Thunder NBA Finals Game 2 on Sunday, June 8th.
Indiana Pacers: Box score and player stats
Indiana Pacers game summaryThe Indiana Pacers delivered a mixed performance in Game 2, putting up 107 points. Tyrese Haliburton led with 17 points and six assists, shooting 53.8% from the field. Myles Turner followed with 16 points and four rebounds, but his presence didn’t shift the momentum. Pascal Siakam added 15 points, though he struggled from the field, hitting just 3 of 11 shots. He did most of his scoring at the line, making 8 of 9 free throws.Aaron Nesmith and Benedict Mathurin each scored 14 points, giving the Pacers a strong push on the wings. Nesmith knocked down four threes, while Mathurin was efficient, shooting 57.1% from the floor. T.J. McConnell brought energy off the bench with 11 points and six assists in 18 minutes. Despite balanced scoring, Indiana’s 15 turnovers and shaky perimeter defense cost them. Their 35% shooting from three wasn’t enough to keep them in control.
Oklahoma City Thunder: Box score and player stats
Oklahoma City Thunder game summaryOklahoma City put together a sharp, high-scoring performance, dropping 123 points on 48.8% shooting. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way with 34 points, eight assists, and four steals. He also hit 11 of 12 free throws, setting the tone with his efficiency and control.The Thunder got a major lift from their role players. Alex Caruso added 20 points, sinking four threes and going perfect from the line. Aaron Wiggins was red-hot too, scoring 18 points on 6-of-11 shooting, including five three-pointers. With 14 made threes as a team, OKC stretched the floor and kept the pressure on.Also Read: Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander joins exclusive 3,000-point club with Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant during NBA Finals showdown vs Indiana PacersJalen Williams chipped in 19 points and five assists despite a tough shooting night. Chet Holmgren added 15 points and six boards, while Isaiah Hartenstein grabbed eight rebounds. Oklahoma City also went 87.9% from the line, a key factor in sealing the win.