Thunder’s Gilgeous-Alexander Eyes Redemption in Game 2
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Following a tough Game 1 loss in the NBA Finals against the Indiana Pacers, Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is determined to bounce back. The newly crowned league MVP took 30 shots in the opener, scoring 38 points, yet it wasn’t enough as the Thunder squandered a 15-point lead, ultimately losing 111-110. Asked about balancing his scoring with playmaking, Gilgeous-Alexander emphasized, “I do not predetermine how many shots I will take.” As he prepares for Game 2, his focus remains on reading the defense and responding intuitively.
Indiana’s success in Game 1 largely capitalized on their hallmark ability to stage comebacks, a trait highlighted by center Myles Turner. “Our biggest thing is our response,” he stated, reflecting the team’s resilience and collective confidence. Guard Tyrese Haliburton, previously dubbed the NBA’s “most overrated” player by peers, is thriving under pressure and leading the Pacers into the Finals with newfound determination.
Moreover, the matchup features a historic moment, as three Canadian players—Gilgeous-Alexander, Lu Dort, and Andrew Nembhard—started together in a finals game for the first time. As the Thunder aim to reclaim their lead in the series, all eyes will be on Gilgeous-Alexander’s performance in what promises to be a critical Game 2, as he seeks not only a championship but also to make history as the first MVP to win a title since Stephen Curry in 2015.
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