Podcast appearances and mentions of Pascal Siakam

The OKC Thunder are your 2024-2025 NBA Champions! But before we crown this young OKC squad, we've got to discuss Tyrese Haliburton's Achilles tear that took him out just 7 minutes into Game 7. Will this be the injury that convinces teams to sit players with calf injuries? Obi Toppin, who scored zero points, vulnerably admitted Hali's injury kept him distracted. Pascal Siakam was a ghost out there and the coaches were shell shocked. Meanwhile, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander stabilized his side and etched his name in the history books. For OKC, learning as they went along was not just limited to basketball, they also learned how to pop champagne correctly! Plus, the final Iciest Play of the season, and our first offseason edition of Headlines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00-26:42) – Query & Company opens on a Monday with Jake Query sharing his thoughts on the game seven loss in the NBA Finals for the Indiana Pacers. Jake also tries to remember all of the positives that came with this unforgettable season because he doesn’t want Tyrese Haliburton’s injury to be the thing people remember the most. (26:42-34:41) – Jake opens the phone lines to listeners to share their thoughts on Tyrese’s injury, the season for the Pacers, and the game seven loss in the NBA Finals. (34:41-45:29) – The first hour of the program concludes with Jake answering more calls from listeners thanking the Pacers for bringing life and energy to downtown Indianapolis again. (45:29-1:09:02) – Dustin Dopirak from the IndyStar makes an appearance on the program from Oklahoma City to recap last night’s heartbreaking loss for the Indiana Pacers. Dustin comments on the future of Myles Turner after Haliburton’s injury, reacts to the news that Tyrese has sustained a torn achilles, and shares what it was like from his perspective being able to cover this team all season long. (1:09:02-1:22:02) – Jake and Eddie shift the conversation back to game seven by discussing the lack of involvement on Pascal Siakam. They discuss whether it was Siakam not being aggressive, his teammates not getting him the ball, or a combination of the both. (1:22:02-1:29:31) – The second hour of today’s show wraps up with Jake and Eddie thanking all the listeners for consuming our content during the amazing course of the NBA Playoffs for the Indiana Pacers. (1:29:31-2:03:08) – President Ralph Reiff of Reiff Executive Performance Solutions joins the show to provide a medical expert opinion on Tyrese Haliburton’s recovery timeline. He believes that Haliburton will make a full recovery because of his age and the healthy lifestyle that he lives. He also explains what is leading to more achilles injuries in professional sports. (2:03:08-2:05:49) – Jake and Eddie give away two four-packs of tickets for two listeners after sharing some takeaways from Jake’s conversation with Ralph Reiff. (2:05:49-2:16:48) – Today’s show closes out with Jake and Eddie sharing some final thoughts on why last night’s loss and injury to Tyrese stings so much. Plus, JMV joins them in studio to preview his show.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all know that Kevin Durant will be traded from the Phoenix Suns at any moment now, and while we still have to break down the latest rumors regarding his likely landing spots among the Miami Heat, Houston Rockets, Minnesota Timberwolves and San Antonio Spurs, there is more to this than just the trade for his current franchise. What should the Suns do AFTER the all-time great is traded away from the team? Erik and Gerald break it down in a special, Diehard-centric PHNX Suns show! The crew also reacts to Game 6 of the NBA Finals between the Indiana Pacer led by Pascal Siakam and Tyrese Haliburton and the Oklahoma City Thunder led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams, and answer other questions from Diehards! Follow the show @PHNX_Suns, @GeraldBourguet, @ErikRuby & @FreckledMamba! An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/phnx_youtube ALL THINGS PHNX: http://linktr.ee/phnxsports MERCH https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/phnx-locker ALLCITY Network, Inc. aka PHNX and PHNX Sports is in no way affiliated with or endorsed by the City of Phoenix PHNX Events: Get your tickets to PHNX events and takeovers here: https://gophnx.com/events/ ALLCITY — including us here at PHNX — is teaming up with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America for an exciting three-year partnership. To learn more, visit https://www.bbbs.org/allcity/ bet365: https://www.bet365.com/olp/open-account?affiliate=365_03330244 Use the code PHNX365 to sign up, deposit $10 and bet $5 to get $150 in bonus bets!Disclaimer: Must be 21+ and physically located in AZ.  If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-NEXT-STEP, text NEXTSTEP to 53342 or visit https://problemgambling.az.gov/Circle K: Join Inner Circle for free by downloading the Circle K app today! Head to https://www.circlek.com/store-locator to find Circle Ks near you!  APS:  Find instant rebates, discounts and special offers on smart thermostats, energy-efficient appliances and more at https://marketplace.aps.com/default/heating-cooling/smart-thermostats Vme: Download the Vme app and play today using code PHNX! Available on the App Store and Google Play. Vme – Anyone. Anything. Anytime. https://getvme.com/?vmereferral=PHNX Chicken N' Pickle: Family friendly fun awaits! Visit chickennpickle.com to plan your visit today!  Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarchmoney.com/phnx Shady Rays: Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: PHNX for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people. Gametime: Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code PHNX for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply.  Branded Bills: Use code BBPHNX at https://www.brandedbills.com/ for 20% off your first order! All Pro Shade Concepts: Call 623-204-1476 or visit https://allproshadeconcepts.com/ now to schedule your free estimate! When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.  

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down Game 6 of the NBA Finals, where the Indiana Pacers dominated despite Tyrese Haliburton's injury. They discuss how picking up Shai Gilgeous-Alexander lower on the court helped stifle OKC, why Chet Holmgren was so quiet, and how TJ McConnell's energy continues to be a game-changer. The episode also highlights Pascal Siakam's lockdown defense on Jalen Williams, Obi Toppin's rise as a major x-factor, and the need for more scoring from the Thunder's bench. FOLLOW ALL NBATwitter: http://x.com/ALLCITY_NBAInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/allcity_nba/TikTok : http://www.tiktok.com/@ALLCITY_NBA An ALLCITY Network ProductionAll music credited to Greg Kramer, check him out on Spotify! Vivid Seats is offering an exclusive discount on Playoff tickets! Head to https://vivid-seats.pxf.io/c/3442941/2941442/12730 or download the Vivid Seats app and use promo code ALLNBA30 for $30 off your first ticket purchase of $300 or more.Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at  https://www.monarchmoney.com/allnbaLUCY Nicotine: Let's level up your nicotine routine with Lucy.  Go to https://lucy.co/ALLNBA and use promo code (ALLNBA) to get 20% off your first order. Lucy has a 30-day refund policy if you change your mind.FanDuel: ALL NBA - Presented by FanDuel! Just visit https://fanduel.com/allnba to join today. You'll get started with 150 in BONUS BETS if you win your first $5 bet. 21+ and present in Colorado. First online real money wager only. $5 first deposit required. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable bonus bets which expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See terms at https://sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call or TEXT 1-800-522-4700.Shady Rays is giving out their best deal of the season. Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: AC35 for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people.HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freenba. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan.When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions.Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.

TSN Basketball Analyst Sam Mitchell joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the NBA Finals, the Pacers bringing the series to a Game 7 against the Thunder, Indiana's depth having an elite game, Pascal Siakam's leadership for the roster, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander one step away from a title, the favourite in the game and more.

Hold. UP. NBA fans, you absolutely have to hear this! The Indiana Pacers just pulled off the impossible, forcing a decisive Game 7 in the 2025 NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder! In a stunning Game 6 performance, Pascal Siakam and Tyrese Haliburton put on a clinic, denying Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams their shot at an early championship celebration.This isn't just a recap; this is a deep dive into how the Pacers clawed their way back against all odds. We're breaking down every crucial play, every strategic adjustment, and the sheer willpower that led to this epic Game 7 showdown. Did the Thunder get complacent? How did the Pacers exploit their weaknesses? What does this mean for the legacies of SGA, J-Dub, Siakam, and Haliburton?Whether you're a die-hard Thunder or Pacers loyalist, or just a hoops head who loves high-stakes basketball analysis, this episode is your definitive breakdown of the game that shocked the NBA world. Get ready for sharp insights, bold predictions for Game 7, and all the championship chatter you can handle. Don't miss it – the NBA Finals just got a whole lot more interesting!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-baseline-nba-podcast--3677698/support.

Indiana Pacers storm past the Thunder to Force Game 7 Tyrese Haliburton a science beater or Faking Injury? The intangibles throne is on the line! Two scrappy vets fighting for the title in the Finals With a Game 7 on our Horizon, Can we officially say this was a "Good Series?" Tobin and Leroy discuss the Finals Matchup We review Pascal Siakam's public exorcism before Game 6 yesterday We catch up with the Cats who partied their ass off last night at Club Eleven The guys take us through the shenanigans that took place during the celebration We find out why Brad Marchand truly fits in with this team Sam Bennett makes a bold promise that sends shockwaves through the fan base Barkov proves why he's the funniest Panther We review Sam Reinhart and Barkov's hilariously belligerent IG live

(HR.1) Pacers Force Game 7 & Panthers Party Hard Indiana Pacers storm past the Thunder to Force Game 7 Tyrese Haliburton a science beater or Faking Injury? The intangibles throne is on the line! Two scrappy vets fighting for the title in the Finals With a Game 7 on our Horizon, Can we officially say this was a "Good Series?" Tobin and Leroy discuss the Finals Matchup We review Pascal Siakam's public exorcism before Game 6 yesterday We catch up with the Cats who partied their ass off last night at Club Eleven The guys take us through the shenanigans that took place during the celebration We find out why Brad Marchand truly fits in with this team Sam Bennett makes a bold promise that sends shockwaves through the fan base Barkov proves why he's the funniest Panther We review Sam Reinhart and Barkov's hilariously belligerent IG live (HR.2) Kevin Durant Sweepstakes coming to an end? The guys quibble for a moment as Tobin gives us our latest headlines Flanigan's weekend for the Marlins, Inter Miami picks up Key Victory No update on Kevin Durant to Miami but we anticipate a move in the next week We review the potential destinations for Durant Does the thought of adding Kuminga tickle our fancy? Leroy proves yet again that he has questionable dessert opinions Tobin suggests a podcast of horrible food takes between Leroy & Hochman We attempt to Tickle Leroy's Fancy! Brad Marchand arrives at his Dairy Queen (HR.3) Panthers Foil Oilers Dinner Plans More footage of the Panthers at 11evn nightclub. The gang makes fun of Frogboy for his Director uniform he decided to wear today We reflect on Tobin's traumatic experience with the Easter Bunny Morris Twins return to Tobin's good side following Markieff's take on Durant Show Pony praises Markieff for echoing his opinion on Kevin Durant's location Oilers secret dinner plans revealed as Panthers play "Spoiler" Marcos Mixed Bag! Sweaty Bill Belichick Haliburton calls TJ McConnell the Great White Hope Terron Armstead reveals why he retired (HR.4) Tobin gives us our latest headlines We prep for Game 7 of the NBA finals We continue to track the Panthers celebration as we still ride the high of back to back Chips Is Barkov in the lead for Post Cup Win MVP The gang attempts to track down the Stanley Cup Bobrovsky celebrates the Cup in the most "Bob" way ever Bill Zito awarded the Final "Puck"

Sports with Rod 6-20-2025 ...Is Pacers Center Pascal Siakam Demonic? ...You can take the Pope out of Chicago, but you can't take the Chicago out of the Pope

The nerds react to a dominant Game 6 win for Tyrese Haliburton, Pascal Siakam and the Indiana Pacers over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and the Oklahoma City Thunder.

00:00 – 14:15 – GAME EFFIN’ SEVEN! The Pacers rout the Thunder to push the series to a decisive game on Sunday, Haliburton’s performance despite the calf strain, TJ McConnell steps up again, Obi Toppin’s performance, the Speedo Game 14:16 – 21:10 – Morning Checkdown 21:11 – 41:04 – Key moments for the Pacers’ win last night, Haliburton’s pre-game and how he performed last night, callers react to Game 6 last night, who has the advantage in Game 7, how the Thunder should be approaching Sunday, Tony Bradley 41:05 – 1:05:51– The Pacers find a way to push the series to Game 7 on Sunday, Pascal Siakam’s playoff history, the Game 7 pressure cooker, Kevin paints a picture of last night’s atmosphere in Gainbridge, TJ McConnell coming to the game with Tupperware, caller asks who the Pacers Finals MVP would be, Morning Checkdown 1:05:52 – 1:16:29 – Kevin’s Speedo is one win away from being donned, potential parade plans?, Tyrese Haliburton’s performance and how his calf can hold up for one more game, more callers react to Game 6, our golf outing 1:16:30 – 1:26:52 – Ref assignments NOT made for Game 7 yet, Haliburton’s we take more callers reacting to the Game 6 win, Kevin’s Speedo plan, the pregame video that played ahead of Game 6 1:26:53 – 1:52:13 – Kevin describes his Pacers fandom through this playoff run, where does Game 7 rank on the all-time biggest games in the state?, the generational pull surrounding this team, we take more callers, Morning Checkdown 1:52:14 – 2:02:33 – The Brazilian radio call last night was phenomenal, international media at the NBA Finals, a wild story from an international reporter to Thunder coach Mark Daigneault, get in price for Game 7, more callers weigh in on Game 6 2:02:34 – 2:05:52 – We wrap the show with one last caller, do we think the Pacers win Game 7?Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JD discusses how Matt Duschene's contract extension in Dallas should be viewed here in Toronto (00:00). JD then shifts focus to the NBA Finals and brings on Sportsnet's Michael Grange (12:00) to get into the Indiana Pacers forcing a Game 7. JD and Grange discuss Pascal Siakam's case for Finals MVP, if Siakam has more love in Canada then Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, TJ McConnel's allure, the keys in Game 7, and the Raptors' chase for a star. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.  

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down what the Indiana Pacers must do to force a Game 7 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, including defensive matchups like Pascal Siakam on Jalen Williams and who else needs to step up. They also explore how OKC can close out the series tonight. Plus, they react to the Lakers being valued at a record $10 billion, discuss the strange developments around Ace Bailey's draft process, and share their most memorable moments of the NBA Playoffs. FOLLOW ALL NBATwitter: http://x.com/ALLCITY_NBAInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/allcity_nba/TikTok : http://www.tiktok.com/@ALLCITY_NBA An ALLCITY Network ProductionAll music credited to Greg Kramer, check him out on Spotify! Vivid Seats is offering an exclusive discount on Playoff tickets! Head to https://vivid-seats.pxf.io/c/3442941/2941442/12730 or download the Vivid Seats app and use promo code ALLNBA30 for $30 off your first ticket purchase of $300 or more.Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at  https://www.monarchmoney.com/allnbaLUCY Nicotine: Let's level up your nicotine routine with Lucy.  Go to https://lucy.co/ALLNBA and use promo code (ALLNBA) to get 20% off your first order. Lucy has a 30-day refund policy if you change your mind.FanDuel: ALL NBA - Presented by FanDuel! Just visit https://fanduel.com/allnba to join today. You'll get started with 150 in BONUS BETS if you win your first $5 bet. 21+ and present in Colorado. First online real money wager only. $5 first deposit required. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable bonus bets which expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See terms at https://sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call or TEXT 1-800-522-4700.Shady Rays is giving out their best deal of the season. Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: AC35 for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people.HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freenba. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan.When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions.Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.

The Pacers return to Gainbridge Fieldhouse with their season hanging in the balance. In this episode, we preview a do-or-die Game 6 as Indiana looks to force a decisive Game 7 in the NBA Finals. We break down the key adjustments the Pacers need to make—the importance of a strong start, limiting OKC's paint drives, and reestablishing Myles Turner and Pascal Siakam offensively. We also dive into the elephant in the room: will Tyrese Haliburton give it a go with his lingering calf strain? This is the moment. Let's talk about how the Pacers can rise to it.

Tom Haberstroh & Dan Devine break down the electric 2025 NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers by spotlighting the record-setting intensity measured by 38.4 miles run in each game this series. They dive into why this series marks a HUGE shift in playing styles, Pascal Siakam's transformative two-way play for Indiana and Jalen Williams' historic 40-point game at just 24 years old. Plus, the pair debates whether Desmond Bane is the missing piece Orlando needs to become true contenders in the Eastern Conference.(1:27) The Big Number: 38.4 miles per game(21:07) Little Numbers: Thunder open shots in NBA Finals(24:36) Little Numbers: OKC & IND 3-point shooting(29:29) Little Numbers: Siakam's impressive averages(33:25) Little Numbers: points scored in transition(39:02) Grizzlies trade Desmond Bane to the Magic

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down Game 5 of the NBA Finals as the Oklahoma City Thunder take a 3-2 lead over the Indiana Pacers. Jalen Williams delivers a career-defining 40-point performance, while OKC's return to a two-big starting lineup pays off. Andrew Wiggins and Cason Wallace step up as key x-factors, countering strong efforts from Pascal Siakam and TJ McConnell. The crew debates whether the Pacers made the right call taking McConnell out late and questions how much Tyrese Haliburton's injury is impacting Indiana's chances. Can the Pacers bounce back in Game 6? FOLLOW ALL NBATwitter: http://x.com/ALLCITY_NBAInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/allcity_nba/TikTok : http://www.tiktok.com/@ALLCITY_NBA An ALLCITY Network ProductionAll music credited to Greg Kramer, check him out on Spotify!Vivid Seats is offering an exclusive discount on Playoff tickets! Head to https://vivid-seats.pxf.io/c/3442941/2941442/12730 or download the Vivid Seats app and use promo code ALLNBA30 for $30 off your first ticket purchase of $300 or more.Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at  https://www.monarchmoney.com/allnbaLUCY Nicotine: Let's level up your nicotine routine with Lucy.  Go to https://lucy.co/ALLNBA and use promo code (ALLNBA) to get 20% off your first order. Lucy has a 30-day refund policy if you change your mind.FanDuel: ALL NBA - Presented by FanDuel! Just visit https://fanduel.com/allnba to join today. You'll get started with 150 in BONUS BETS if you win your first $5 bet. 21+ and present in Colorado. First online real money wager only. $5 first deposit required. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable bonus bets which expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See terms at https://sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call or TEXT 1-800-522-4700.Shady Rays is giving out their best deal of the season. Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: AC35 for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people.HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freenba. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan.When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions.Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.

The nerds react to Game 5 of the NBA Finals as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder do battle with Tyrese Haliburton, Pascal Siakam and the Indiana Pacers.

"The Real Jonathan Smith Show" was loaded today! * The Pacers lose game 5* Tyrese Haliburton was awful* Pascal Siakam was great* Every Pacer role player was impactful* The Jalen Williams game Get full access to The Real Jonathan Smith Substack at shootingtheshmitt.substack.com/subscribe

Le match pivot remporté par OKC qui n'est plus qu'à un pas du titre, la performance monumentale de Jalen Williams et le match fantomatique de Tyrese Haliburton... Voici les trois points à retenir du Game 5 des Finals NBA qui vient de se terminer entre le Thunder et les PacersJacques Monclar, Rémi Reverchon, Mary Patrux, Xavier Vaution, Fred Weis et Chris Singleton décryptent l'actualité de la NBA dans le Podcast NBA Extra, présenté par Nicolas Sarnak et Baptiste Denis.En complément de l'émission lancée en 2012, beIN SPORTS a créé, avec ce podcast, un nouveau format pour revenir en profondeur sur la ligue nord-américaine de basketball. Chaque semaine, les membres de l'émission débattent autour de trois thèmes majeurs, qui font l'actualité de la NBA.Un podcast à retrouver aussi sur Youtube : https://tinyurl.com/y4sabkns Hébergé par Audion. Visitez https://www.audion.fm/fr/privacy-policy pour plus d'informations.

On Part 2 of our Game 5 Preview, Alex and Facci discuss what they want to see differently in Game 5. The guys point out Pascal Siakam's lack of touches in the 4th quarter, Aaron Nesmith needing to provide more defensively than he has this series, the mediocre of Myles Turner over the last 2 seasons and whether or not extending him to a long term contract is the right move after all, a deep dive into the 3PT stats for both teams, a lineup Alex would like to see potentially, expectations and predictions for Game 5, and closing out the show talking about Desmond Bane being dealt to Orlando and whether or not that makes the Magic a playoff contender next season.  Also! Don't miss out on all the fun over in the Chat BCC Group Chat! You can hear Alex's and Facci's thoughts throughout the entirety of the game. Click THIS LINK to join!

The Pacers Post Up crew breaks down a tough Game 4 loss at home as the Thunder even the series 2-2. We dive into what went wrong—poor shot selection, untimely turnovers, and missed opportunities down the stretch—and highlight OKC's composure late behind another strong showing from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Then we pivot to a crucial Game 5 on the road. What adjustments can the Pacers make? Can they recapture their edge defensively, re-establish Myles Turner and Pascal Siakam, and keep the bench active? We lay out the keys to stealing one in OKC and taking back momentum in the NBA Finals.

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Indiana Pacers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder NBA Pick Prediction by Tony T. Pacers at Thunder Injuries Walker is out for Indiana. Recent Box Score Key Stats Pacers at Thunder 8:30PM ET—Oklahoma City evened this series at 2-2 with their 111-104 road victory. Thunder shot 47% with 19% from three. SGA scored 35 points with three rebounds. Jalin Williams contributed 27 points with seven rebounds. Indiana hit 42% with 31% from three. Pascal Siakam got 20 points with eight rebounds. Tyrese Haliburton came up with 18 points with seven assists.

The nerds react to Game 4 of the NBA Finals as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder look to respond vs. Tyrese Haliburton, Pascal Siakam and the Indiana Pacers.

Potacast'in yeni bölümünde Kaan Kural ve Orkun Çolakoğlu, NBA Finalleri'nde ilk dört maçın ardından 2-2 berabere durumda olan Indiana Pacers-Oklahoma City Thunder serisini değerlendiriyor.  Bu sabaha karşı oynanan mücadelede avantajı elinden kaçıran Indiana Pacers'ın, finallerin kalan kısmını yeni bir üç maçlık seri olarak görmesi gerektiği, MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander'ın performansı karşısında Tyrese Haliburton ve Pascal Siakam'ın reaksiyonu, Thunder'da finallerde değişen oyuncu rollerinin seri üzerindeki etkisi gibi konular değerlendirilirken diğer bir yandan da NBA'in hakem standartı yorumlanıyor. Orkun Çolakoğlu'nun, Amerikan yayıncılık sistemine yeni bir soluk getireceğini umduğu NBA için hakem performansı değerlendirme formatına verdiği isim, NBA hakemlerinin memuriyet benzerliği gibi konulara kısa süreliğine değinildikten sonra tekrardan saha içini konuşmaya dönüyoruz. Oklahoma City Thunder'da Alex Caruso'nun övgüyü hak eden performansı, Cason Wallace'ın Play-Off'ların en iyi gelişme gösteren oyuncusu olmasına rağmen final serisinde adeta kaybolması, Indiana Pacers'ta gard odaklı skor eksikliği gibi konular bu bölümde sizlerle!

Potacast'in yeni bölümünde Kaan Kural ve Orkun Çolakoğlu, NBA Finalleri'nde ilk dört maçın ardından 2-2 berabere durumda olan Indiana Pacers-Oklahoma City Thunder serisini değerlendiriyor. Bu sabaha karşı oynanan mücadelede avantajı elinden kaçıran Indiana Pacers'ın, finallerin kalan kısmını yeni bir üç maçlık seri olarak görmesi gerektiği, MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander'ın performansı karşısında Tyrese Haliburton ve Pascal Siakam'ın reaksiyonu, Thunder'da finallerde değişen oyuncu rollerinin seri üzerindeki etkisi gibi konular değerlendirilirken diğer bir yandan da NBA'in hakem standartı yorumlanıyor. Orkun Çolakoğlu'nun, Amerikan yayıncılık sistemine yeni bir soluk getireceğini umduğu NBA için hakem performansı değerlendirme formatına verdiği isim, NBA hakemlerinin memuriyet benzerliği gibi konulara kısa süreliğine değinildikten sonra tekrardan saha içini konuşmaya dönüyoruz. Oklahoma City Thunder'da Alex Caruso'nun övgüyü hak eden performansı, Cason Wallace'ın Play-Off'ların en iyi gelişme gösteren oyuncusu olmasına rağmen final serisinde adeta kaybolması, Indiana Pacers'ta gard odaklı skor eksikliği gibi konular bu bölümde sizlerle!

Les Pacers ont-ils laissé passer leur chance dans ces Finals ? Dans un Game 4 étouffant, une fois encore décidé dans les toutes dernières minutes, Indiana a craqué face à un Thunder renversant. Mené pendant quasiment toute la seconde mi-temps, OKC a pris l'avantage à 2:23 de la fin, concluant la rencontre sur un impitoyable 12-1 pour l'emporter 111-104 et égaliser à 2-2 dans la série. À l'image des autres matchs, tout s'est encore joué dans le money time. Et dans cet exercice, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander s'est montré intraitable : 15 points dans les cinq dernières minutes, contre seulement 7 pour toute l'équipe des Pacers. MVP en saison, MVP sur le parquet. À ce rythme-là, Indiana pourrait bien regretter de ne pas avoir fait le break dans ces Finals de plus en plus imprévisibles.Jacques Monclar, Rémi Reverchon, Mary Patrux, Xavier Vaution, Fred Weis et Chris Singleton décryptent l'actualité de la NBA dans le Podcast NBA Extra, présenté par Nicolas Sarnak et Baptiste Denis.En complément de l'émission lancée en 2012, beIN SPORTS a créé, avec ce podcast, un nouveau format pour revenir en profondeur sur la ligue nord-américaine de basketball. Chaque semaine, les membres de l'émission débattent autour de trois thèmes majeurs, qui font l'actualité de la NBA.Un podcast à retrouver aussi sur Youtube : https://tinyurl.com/y4sabkns Hébergé par Audion. Visitez https://www.audion.fm/fr/privacy-policy pour plus d'informations.

La fin de match de patron d'OKC et Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, les lieutenants Holmgren, Williams et Caruso présents, à l'inverse d'Haliburton et Siakam. Découvrez les 3 points à retenir du Game 4 des Finals NBA entre le Thunder d'Oklahoma City et les Pacers d'Indiana.Jacques Monclar, Rémi Reverchon, Mary Patrux, Xavier Vaution, Fred Weis et Chris Singleton décryptent l'actualité de la NBA dans le Podcast NBA Extra, présenté par Nicolas Sarnak et Baptiste Denis.En complément de l'émission lancée en 2012, beIN SPORTS a créé, avec ce podcast, un nouveau format pour revenir en profondeur sur la ligue nord-américaine de basketball. Chaque semaine, les membres de l'émission débattent autour de trois thèmes majeurs, qui font l'actualité de la NBA.Un podcast à retrouver aussi sur Youtube : https://tinyurl.com/y4sabkns Hébergé par Audion. Visitez https://www.audion.fm/fr/privacy-policy pour plus d'informations.

Former NBA Veteran C.J. Miles joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the NBA Finals, Indiana's determined style in the series, the importance of the Pacers' depth, Tyrese Haliburton's clutch play, Pascal Siakam's enhancing his abilities, Kevin Durant's team sweepstakes and more.

Join Bryan Hayes, Jamie McLennan and Jonas Siegel for Hour 3 on OverDrive! TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joins to discuss the Blue Jays' impressive winning stretch, the bats making a huge jump and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. looking to improve on the field. Former NBA Veteran C.J. Miles joins to discuss the Pacers' determined mentality against the Thunder in the NBA Finals, Pascal Siakam's elevation on the court and Kevin Durant's sweepstakes. They also hand out their best advice in the latest edition of Dear Hayesy-B and Bryan gives his FanDuel Best Bets.

The 2025 NBA Finals have officially gone off-script — and the Indiana Pacers are the story of the postseason. In this episode of Missing the Point, Dave Clarke and Bob Kelly dive into how Indiana now holds a 2-1 series lead over the heavily favored Oklahoma City Thunder.We break down Tyrese Haliburton's incredible rise as the unlikely face of the NBA Finals, his clutch game-winners, and whether he's officially entered the top-10 NBA player conversation. Dave and Bob also examine how Rick Carlisle is coaching circles around the competition — drawing parallels to his 2011 Dallas Mavericks run when he shocked the world against LeBron's Heat.Beyond Haliburton, the Pacers' balanced team-first approach is on full display. We spotlight the huge performances from Andrew Nembhard, Myles Turner, Pascal Siakam, Benedict Mathurin, Obi Toppin, and TJ McConnell — and explain how Indiana's deep bench and unselfish ball movement have become the secret weapon against OKC's youth and athleticism.We also analyze the Oklahoma City Thunder's struggles as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander faces Carlisle's adjustments, Chet Holmgren gets exposed in the post, and Mark Daigneault tries to keep his young roster composed under Finals pressure. Plus, we debate whether OKC's youth and future assets could ironically work against them in this moment.Other topics include:Can Halliburton surpass Reggie Miller as the most important Pacer ever?How Indiana's basketball culture fuels this underdog run.How this NBA Finals compares to historic upsets like the 2011 Mavericks vs Heat.Joe Mazzulla's failures in contrast to Carlisle and Daigneault.Why the NBA Playoffs 2025 may end with one of the biggest Finals shocks in league history.If you're a fan of NBA Finals analysis, NBA Playoffs 2025 coverage, Tyrese Haliburton's rise, Indiana Pacers vs OKC Thunder breakdowns, and NBA history, you don't want to miss this episode.

Are the Thunder still a sure bet to win the NBA Finals? How deep is this Pacers roster? Aarav and Arsh begin this week's episode by reevaluating their predictions for this electric series. They also recap the first four games of the Stanley Cup Finals between the Oilers and Panthers before discussing this year's US Open.Chapters:0:00 - NBA Finals8:59 Stanley Cup Finals13:14 US OpenSupport the showCheck out our book!https://a.co/d/ecz5cPHWebsite:https://www.twobrothersandtheirsports.comFor sponsorship and advertising opportunities, please contact us at:twobrothers.sportspodcast@gmail.com

Craig welcomes on longtime friend Clinton Yates of ESPN's Clinton and Friends to preview Game 4 of the NBA Finals. They dive into Tyrese Haliburton's breakout performance and discuss why Clinton believes we still haven't seen his full potential. Clinton explains why Pascal Siakam is the true X-factor for the Pacers to win the series and breaks down what the Thunder need from Chet Holmgren if they want to mount a comeback and even the series.

"The Real Jonathan Smith Show" is loaded as he gets you ready for Pacers vs Thunder game 4 * Jared Dubin on game 4 of the NBA Finals* Zack Gray on the NBA Finals, bets, and more* Tyrese Haliburton has to be aggressive* Pascal Siakam has to be established early* The Thunder' adjustments* The Pacers have to go at SGA again on offense* The nonnegotiables Get full access to The Real Jonathan Smith Substack at shootingtheshmitt.substack.com/subscribe

The Pacers take a pivotal game 3 last night in this arena... they are now only TWO games away from their first NBA title... remember, they do have ABA titles in their franchise history! Kevin Durant's potential landing spots have seemingly narrowed but we can always dream, right?! Big Perk gives us HIS dream landing spots for KD. I caught up with two of heroes from last night just moments ago, hear what TJ McConnell and Pascal Siakam are saying about being two wins away. What adjustments NEED to be made for OKC in a must-win game 4 tomorrow night? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lou Williams Breaks Down The Indiana Pacers' HUGE Win With Gil's Arena as the legendary hooper joins Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew inside the Arena to react to the Indiana Pacers big win over the OKC Thunder to take a 2-1 Series lead in the NBA Finals. They analyze what the Pacers did to take control over the NBA Finals and highlight how Tyrese Haliburton, Pascal Siakam, and Benn Mathurin responded to the calls to be more aggressive and gave the Pacers exactly what they needed to win Game 3. They also discuss how turnovers and sloppy play cost Shai Gilgeous Alexander & The Thunder a road win and list the biggest adjustments the Thunder need to make to fend off the Pacers. Next, they get real with Lou Will on his legendary career, breaking down his experience playing with legends like Allen Iverson, Kobe Bryant and Kawhi Leonard, how he was such an effective scorer off the bench and allow the former 6th Man of The Year to respond to Mr. B's 1v1 challenge. They also get Williams' reaction to his former teammate Boogie Cousins crashing out in the Puerto Rican basketball league before hearing what really went down with the Clippers team inside the NBA Bubble. Finally, the Gil's Arena Crew reacts to the VIRAL 1v1 matchup between Lance Stephenson & Michael Beasley before naming this week's Underdog Fantasy Dawg of the Week Please give us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Lou Williams, Kenyon Martin & Kenyon Martin Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Credits and A FREE Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/jkz7rlm8 #CashAppPod *Referral Reward Disclaimer: As a Cash App partner, we may earn a commission when you sign up for a Cash App account. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/ARENA10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Join the Playback chat to interact with Gil and Josiah https://www.playback.tv/gilbertarenas SUBSCRIBE:    / @gilsarena   Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!   / discord   0:00:00 – 2 Min Countdown0:02:06 – Show Start0:07:50 – Gil Breaks Down His Tattoos0:09:55 – Vote For Gil's Arena To Win A Hashtag Sports Award0:12:03 – Underdog's Dawg Of The Week0:16:40 – Lou Williams Enters Gil's Arena0:18:14 – Lou's Transition To The Media Space0:19:50 – Lou Will Respond's To Mr.B's 1v1 Challenge0:33:04 – Why Lou Will LOVES Shai's Game0:41:58 – Mr.B Still Likes His Chances Against Lou Will0:44:30 – Lance Stephenson vs Michael Beasley 1v11:01:26 – Lou Will Asks If The Arena Could Beat Old School Hoopers1:03:32 – Lou Will Gets Real On Being The Best 6th Man Ever1:18:30 – Lou Will On Playing In Kobe's Final Year1:26:47 – Transitioning From The Court To Parenthood1:30:14 – Stories From The NBA Bubble1:42:30 – The Knicks Keep Getting Rejected1:47:01 – Pacers Take Down Thunder In Game 22:11:33 – Mr. B Responds To Pat Bev Running His Mouth2:17:18 – Benn Maturin's Big Game2:19:25 – Why It Doesn't Feel Like The Finals2:29:31 – MostlyFans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The nerds react to Game 3 of the NBA Finals as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder battle Tyrese Haliburton, Pascal Siakam and the Indiana Pacers.

Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam need to be at the top of their game for the Pacers to win Game Three tonight. Colts coordinators feeling pretty good about where their rosters are - and their skill development! Matt Vogt - the McCordsville dentist - will tee it up at Oakmont in the US Open tomorrow morning at 6:45! Here is the link for the only autobiography ever published without praise for its author: https://www.amazon.com/Oops-Art-Learning-Mistakes-Adventures/dp/173420740X

The Pacers take a pivotal game 3 last night in this arena... they are now only TWO games away from their first NBA title... remember, they do have ABA titles in their franchise history! Kevin Durant's potential landing spots have seemingly narrowed but we can always dream, right?! Big Perk gives us HIS dream landing spots for KD. I caught up with two of heroes from last night just moments ago, hear what TJ McConnell and Pascal Siakam are saying about being two wins away. What adjustments NEED to be made for OKC in a must-win game 4 tomorrow night? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-16:08) – Indiana Pacers radio network analyst Eddie Gill joins the show to explains what has gone wrong for Indiana in games one and two, highlights how the Pacers can get Pascal Siakam involved more often, identifies when Tyrese Haliburton has the offense operating at peak efficiency, considers Haliburton a facilitate first point guard over a score first point guard, and reveals what he was doing 25 years ago when the Pacers last hosted an NBA Finals game. (16:08-30:28) – ESPN.com’s Ramona Shelburne joins Query & Company to explain what interested her most about telling Pacers assistant coach Jenny Boucek’s story about balancing coaching and being a single mom. Ramona highlights some things that she learned when putting together this story together, believes that Coach Boucek could be the first female head coach in NBA history, and states that both of these teams are here because of the level of respect and togetherness that they have compared to some of the other teams that were in the NBA Finals. (30:28-51:48) – Andrew Schlecht from The Athletic joins the show to highlight the various defensive schemes that the Oklahoma City Thunder have seen over the course of the season to try and slow down their offense, believes that the main priority for the Thunder defensively is to shut down the paint to take away Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam, explains why moving Isaiah Hartenstein to the bench has benefited the Thunder in the series thus far, and reveals how the city is feeling about the Thunder making the NBA Finals and how they feel about facing the Indiana Pacers. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-26:09) – Query & Company opens on a Hump Day Wednesday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing the history of Indianapolis hosting NBA Finals games with it being 25 years since the last time it happened. They touch on how people need to celebrate and enjoy this moment because there is no guarantee the Pacers are back in the finals next year. (26:09-33:37) – With it being a gameday for the Pacers, Jake revisits what Oklahoma City has done that has created issues for Indiana’s offense in three quarters of game one and the entirety of game two. (33:37-43:17) – The first hour of the program concludes with Jake offering a solution as to how the Pacers can get back on track offensively and it starts with their two stars – Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam. (43:17-1:07:53) – Indiana Pacers radio network analyst Eddie Gill joins the show to explains what has gone wrong for Indiana in games one and two, highlights how the Pacers can get Pascal Siakam involved more often, identifies when Tyrese Haliburton has the offense operating at peak efficiency, considers Haliburton a facilitate first point guard over a score first point guard, and reveals what he was doing 25 years ago when the Pacers last hosted an NBA Finals game. (1:07:53-1:22:19) – ESPN.com’s Ramona Shelburne joins Query & Company to explain what interested her most about telling Pacers assistant coach Jenny Boucek’s story about balancing coaching and being a single mom. Ramona highlights some things that she learned when putting together this story together, believes that Coach Boucek could be the first female head coach in NBA history, and states that both of these teams are here because of the level of respect and togetherness that they have compared to some of the other teams that were in the NBA Finals. (1:22:19-1:28:04) – The second hour of today’s show wraps up with Jake and Eddie giving away a pair of tickets for a listener to go see Seether and Daughtry at Everwise Amphitheater by answering a Pacers trivia question! (1:28:04-1:53:21) – Andrew Schlecht from The Athletic joins the show to highlight the various defensive schemes that the Oklahoma City Thunder have seen over the course of the season to try and slow down their offense, believes that the main priority for the Thunder defensively is to shut down the paint to take away Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam, explains why moving Isaiah Hartenstein to the bench has benefited the Thunder in the series thus far, and reveals how the city is feeling about the Thunder making the NBA Finals and how they feel about facing the Indiana Pacers. (1:53:21-2:02:58) – Yesterday Jim Irsay’s daughters, Carlie Irsay-Gordon, Kalen Jackson, and Casey Foyt met with the media to discuss the change of ownership and share memories about their father. Jake highlights two things that were said during the press conference that he found interesting. (2:02:58-2:10:18) – Today’s show closes out with Jake and Eddie revisiting the things that they want to see from the Pacers early in tonight’s game.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Tim Reynolds (2:27) ahead of Game 3 of the NBA Finals. They discuss the narratives surrounding SGA and his free throws, Tyrese Haliburton's finals performances, what to expect in Game 3, Pascal Siakam's importance to the Pacers lineup, and more. Then, Sportsnet's Jason Bukala joins the show (26:50) to discuss the Oilers game plan ahead of tomorrow's Game 4 of the SCF. They discuss the Panthers annoying the Oilers on the ice, Sam Bennett's evolution since being drafted into the NHL and Sergei Bobrovsky's longevity. Then, they discuss whether GMs around the league will try to copycat the Panthers' model and the big names that were shipped out to build this roster. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

NBA Champion and Analyst Danny Green joined OverDrive to discuss his experience playing in the NBA Finals and the height of the games, the Thunder's skilled pedigree on the roster, the Pacers' balanced roster and Pascal Siakam's elite ceiling, the rewind of the Raptors' championship win and more.

Gil's Arena Names The X-Factors DECIDING The NBA Finals as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew debate which player outside of Shai Gilgeous Alexander & Tyrese Haliburton is having the biggest impact on the NBA Finals between the OKC Thunder and Indiana Pacers. They highlight how crucial Alex Caruso has been to the Thunder on both sides of the ball this season and break down how Pascal Siakam needs to bring the same energy that won him Eastern Conference Finals MVP if the Pacers want to pull off the upset. Next, they react to Boogie Cousin's HOSTILE Crash out in the Puerto Rican basketball league where the NBA legend went at fans in a courtside melee and give their pick for the perfect choice for the New York Knicks' next head coach as Jason Kidd's name has suddenly entered the fold. They then invite Entrepreneur, Philanthropist and social justice advocate Micahel Rubin into Gil's Arena to break down his rise to the top of the merchandise and memorabilia industry. He breaks down his recent partnership with future number 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg and highlights what makes the future NBA superstar a lock to be the next great American superstar, before giving his take on the future of his beloved Philadelphia 76ers. Finally, Rubin previews the upcoming fanatics fest in New York City and gives his take on who will take home the NBA Championship. Please give us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Michael Rubin, Sheryl Swoopes, Brandon Jennings & Rashad McCants Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Credits and A FREE Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... Connect with a provider at https://Ro.co/Arena and get $15 off your first order Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/ARENA10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Join the Playback chat to interact with Gil and Josiah https://www.playback.tv/gilbertarenas SUBSCRIBE:    / @gilsarena   Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!   / discord   0:00:00 – 2 Min Countdown 0:01:49 – Show Start 0:07:53 – Boogie Cousins CRASHES OUT In Puerto Rico 0:45:43 – Michael Rubin Enters Gil's Arena 0:46:34 – Cooper Flagg Is The Next Great American Superstar 0:55:23 – FanticsFest 0:59:19 – Rubin's Relationship With Athletes 1:03:10 – Rubin's NBA Finals Pick 1:06:13 – Rubin's Best Piece Of Memorabilia 1:08:21 – What Happened To The 76ers 1:10:56 – The Unlimited Potential Of The Nova Knicks 1:13:51 – Rubin's Creation of The Reform Alliance 1:24:04 – Jason Kidd For Knicks Head Coach? 1:40:41 – Alex Caruso Is The X-Factor In The NBA Finals 1:52:13 – Caruso's Bubble Title 1:56:02 – OKC Is Breaking The Mold For Team Chemistry 2:13:42 – Gil Explains His No Bag Take 2:23:47 – MostlyFans 2:34:59 – Rashad Reactivates The USA vs World Debate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gil's Arena Breaks Down Games 1 & 2 Of The NBA Finals as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew return to the Arena & recap an exciting weekend of NBA Finals action. They kick things off by celebrating Tyrese Haliburton's insane buzzer beater in Game 1 that sparked a viral moment with Gil switching teams mid-shot and debate if the Indiana Pacers deserved to win that game after the Thunder choked away a late game lead. They follow up that discussion with a break down of Game 2 where Shai Gilgeous Alexander, Alex Caruso & The Thunder dominated and showed the NBA world this is the team they should expect throughout the rest of the Finals. The Gil's Arena Crew also gives their biggest takeaways on the series so far and discuss what the Pacers need to do to stay in this series as Pascal Siakam should look to take over. Finally, they give their reaction to the NBA's blunder with leaving the Larry O'Brien off the court in this NBA Finals and debate if the league needs to do more to market their championship. Next, they move away from the NBA Finals to examine action going on across the league like Victor Wembanyama using an unconventional training method this summer by studying with Shaolin Monks to focus on his mind and body. Finally, they react to LeBron James' comments over his lack of bag on the Mind The Game Podcast and give their thoughts on a turbulent season ahead for the Phoenix Suns as they hired Jordan Ott as their next head coach. Please give us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Sheryl Swoopes, Brandon Jennings & Kenyon Martin Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Credits and A FREE Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... Right now https://Blinds.com is giving our listeners an exclusive $50 off when you spend $500 or more. Just use code ARENA at checkout. Limited time offer. Rules and restrictions apply. Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/jkz7rlm8 #CashAppPod *Referral Reward Disclaimer: As a Cash App partner, we may earn a commission when you sign up for a Cash App account. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/ARENA10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Join the Playback chat to interact with Gil and Josiah https://www.playback.tv/gilbertarenas SUBSCRIBE:    / @gilsarena   Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!   / discord   0:00:00 2 Min Countdown 0:01:58 Show Start 0:04:55 Coco Gauff's Upset At The French Open 0:08:18 Wemby Training With Shaolin Monks 0:30:36 LeBron Reacts To Having No Bag 0:49:13 NBA Finals Game 1 Reaction 1:07:09 Thunder Dominate Game 2 1:58:57 Should Haliburton Be More Aggressive? 2:04:42 The NBA Finals Court SUCKS!! 2:10:59 Happy Birthday Allen Iverson!! 2:27:02 MostlyFans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Pacers beat the Thunder in a thrilling Game 1 of the NBA Finals. In OKC everyone wears the stadium shirts and sings Titanium by Sia. The arena was loud, but their excitement died down when Tyrese Haliburton hit the game winner. Cason Wallace and Lu Dort did everything they could on defense to keep Haliburton in the Dorture Chamber. Pascal Siakam and Obi Toppin were unsung heroes. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander needed help but Chet Holmgren was not productive and the Thunder couldn't convert on their turnovers. All that and Iciest Play of the week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I urinated next to Clint Black, the country star, once." Who cares if Connor McDavid is the fastest player in hockey? How 'bout he wins somethin'? Also, Amin has a report from his in-person experience with Pascal Siakam and Gregg Doyel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss the Pacers officially eliminating the Knicks in 6 games to advance to the NBA Finals, the energy and excitement around the state and Indianapolis especially, as well everything else happening around the world of sports including the MLB, college baseball, and college softball, and lastly, Detroit Lions 3x All-Pro and 4x Pro Bowl Center Frank Ragnow's retirement from the NFL after 7 years. Joining the progrum is 2x NBA Champion (once as a player and once as a Head Coach), 2002 NBA Coach of the Year, and current Head Coach of the Indiana Pacers, Rick Carlisle joins the show to chat about what makes this Pacers team so special, why having selfless superstars like Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam trickles down throughout the locker room, what challenges the OKC Thunder present, how the Pacers embody the city and how evident it is what they're doing is special, and much much more. Later, MLB Senior Insider and journalist, Jeff Passan joins the show to chat about the latest on the investigation surrounding the financial dealings related to a multibillion-dollar firm started and owned, in part, by the MLBPA and NFLPA, the importance of the Dodgers/Yankees series from this past weekend for baseball as a whole, some bright young prospects coming up to the majors soon, which faces in college baseball will be making waves soon, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘52' as in welcome to the new NPDS as in new graphics as in new music. The Pacers have eliminated the Knicks once again. Pascal Siakam won the MVP. Haliburton had another great game. And the Knicks will go home losers again. (11:00) What happened in May in baseball? It's time for the Good and the Bad! We start with the Detroit Tigers and the insane season they're having! The Minnesota Twins had an incredible May to get them back into the season. Season was saved! (18:40) The St. Louis Cardinals won the most games in all of baseball in May. Who!? Yes, the Cardinal Way was back… at least for a month! (21:40) The Washington Nationals continue to surprise us all. How? Young players outperforming! That's what a team like the Nationals needs. (23:40) Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani are just so much better than everyone else. (31:00) Review: Deaf President Now. (37:15) Now let's get into the bad in May. We start with Juan Soto. He had such a bad month. What's wrong? Will it change? (41:10) The Athletics are bad again. Damn. But not as bad as the Rockies. How can a team be as bad as the Rockies are? (45:00) Let's go over my predictions from May and the predictions for June Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to react to the Pacers defeating the Knicks to reach the NBA Finals, Pascal Siakam winning the ECF MVP instead of Tyrese Haliburton, and Rick Carlisle's impact as a head coach (2:33). Then, Van Lathan Jr. joins to discuss the Knicks, what their offseason moves should be, and Giannis trades (37:56). Finally, they discuss the end of ‘Inside the NBA' on TNT, college football, and more (01:14:16). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Ryen Russillo and Van Lathan Jr. Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo #ULTRACourtside could get you closer to the game! michelobultra.com/courtside ENJOY RESPONSIBLY © 2025 ANHEUSER-BUSCH, MICHELOB ULTRA® LIGHT BEER, ST. LOUIS, MO. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit⁠ www.rg-help.com⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices