The Indiana Pacers had a star who catalyzed an incredible game-one comeback victory.
The Indiana Pacers stole Game 1 by surprise the New York Knicks. In one of the greatest playoff games in history, Pacer returned from a 17-point deficit and won overtime.
Tyreese Halliburton was definitely the star of the show. He scored 31 points and handed out 11 dimes, including shots of clutch game tying in to force an OT to help the pacer stick and win.
After the game, Tom Thibodeau talked about how the Knicks made the mistake of keeping Pacer alive in Game 1.
And the person in charge of coming back for the Pacers spoke about why he could step up in the toughest moments after the game.
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Aaron Nesmith spoke to the crew in the NBA about his amazing fourth quarter explosion for the Pacers. Young Guard scored 20 points in the fourth quarter, including six quarters.
Nesmith admitted he enjoys the big moments he has to deliver. Seeing his teammates needed him, Nesmith was motivated to use his amazing shooting skills to help his team.
“I’m prepared for these moments. I was surprised they kept me open like the two pull-ups 3 I had.
“I knew what the game needed and what my teammates needed to do. I knew it was an incredible shooter, so I trusted the process and skipped it.”
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It’s hard to imagine now, but the Indiana Pacers had a really hard time getting things done early in the season. They started the season quite poorly and lost many games.
But over time they began to slowly but surely find their footing. And while they were never outstanding, the Pacers were more reliable.
The playoffs began in April, and that’s when Pacer really made it. Their series won against the Bucks, showing their side of things the Cavaliers hadn’t seen throughout the season.
There’s no longer time to find a groove than the playoffs. And after their second straight run to the conference finals, the Pacers are ready to take the next step.