The Ringer NBA Show The Thunder Out-Pacer the Pacers to Tie the Finals | Group Chat
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Jun 14, 2025 Tyler Parker joins the discussion, bringing insights as a basketball analyst. He highlights the Thunder's stunning comeback to tie the series against the Pacers, focusing on SGA's clutch fourth-quarter performance. The conversation dives into strategic player rotations and the pivotal contributions of Jalen Williams and Chet. They also touch upon the Thunder's aggressive defense that stifled the Pacers and explore the emotional highs and lows of playoff performances from lesser-known players who are rising to the occasion.
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Shea's Dominant Fourth Quarter
- The Thunder's comeback was powered by Shea Gilders-Alexander's dominant fourth quarter.
- The team relied on brute force rather than their usual crisp offense to seal the win.
Rare Win Without Perimeter Shots
- The Thunder won despite making just three three-pointers and ten assists.
- Winning with such low perimeter and assist numbers is extremely rare in modern basketball.
Shea's Managed Minutes Strategy
- The Thunder repurposed Shea's minutes, pulling him out early to save energy.
- This strategy allowed Shea to dominate late without exhaustion, crucial for their win.