The 2025 NBA Finals have completely flipped — and the Indiana Pacers are shocking the basketball world. In this full breakdown, Dave Clarke and Bob Kelly dive deep into how Tyrese Haliburton, Rick Carlisle, and Indiana’s balanced roster now lead 2-1 over the Oklahoma City Thunder in one of the most unpredictable NBA Finals in recent memory.
We analyze Halliburton’s clutch game-winners, his evolving superstar status, and whether he’s now officially a top-10 NBA player. We compare Rick Carlisle’s coaching genius to his 2011 Mavericks run, where he pulled off one of the NBA's biggest upsets vs LeBron James’ Miami Heat.
Also covered:
Andrew Nembhard’s breakout performances
Myles Turner’s critical inside presence vs Chet Holmgren
Pascal Siakam’s veteran leadership and Finals experience
Benedict Mathurin and Obi Toppin’s huge bench production
Mark Daigneault’s challenge managing OKC’s young roster under Finals pressure
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s struggles in key moments
Can the Thunder’s youth and depth overcome the Pacers’ experience?
Historic NBA Finals upsets & where this 2025 Finals ranks all-time
Could Tyrese Haliburton surpass Reggie Miller as the greatest Pacer?
Indiana basketball culture vs Indianapolis football culture
✅ NBA Finals 2025 Full Breakdown
✅ Indiana Pacers vs Oklahoma City Thunder Game 3 Analysis
✅ Tyrese Haliburton NBA Top 10 Debate
✅ NBA Playoffs 2025 Predictions & Reaction
✅ Shai Gilgeous-Alexander vs Halliburton
✅ Rick Carlisle Coaching Masterclass
✅ NBA Finals Historic Upsets
✅ Pascal Siakam Finals Impact
✅ NBA Playoffs Full Game Analysis
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