The Pacers Take the Series Lead, 2-1. By: Shahid Evans

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The Indiana Pacers are now leading the Oklahoma City Thunder 2-1 after defeating them 116-107. Bennedict Mathurin was the leading scorer for the Pacers, contributing 27 points, while Tyrese Haliburton added 22 points, along with 9 rebounds and 11 assists.

For the Thunder, Jalen Williams scored 26 points, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander contributed 24 points. The Pacers also had a strong performance from Pascal Siakam, who put up 21 points.

With this victory, the Pacers have broken a 25-year drought without a win in the NBA Finals. Game 4 is scheduled to take place back in Indiana on Friday, June 13th, at 8:30 PM ET.