Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was efficient and electric pouring in 34 points, to bring his series total to 72 points. That is the most points by a player in their first two NBA Finals games in history, surpassing Allen Iverson’s previous best of 71.

Haliburton has made a habit of hitting crucial late shots in these playoffs, leading to Indiana wins. Dustin Dopirak is your best Pacers follow, and get IndyStar's Pacers coverage sent directly to your inbox with our Pacers Update newsletter.

Oklahoma City had a predictable response after its gut-wrenching Game 1 collapse to Indiana: The defense gave the Pacers no hope.