NBA Finals Betting: Pacers vs. Thunder Game 2 Same Game Parlay
Grant White
Host · Writer
Forget everything you think you know about the NBA Playoffs. This year’s postseason has been nothing short of sensational. The Indiana Pacers staked themselves to an early lead in the NBA Finals, besting the Oklahoma City Thunder 111-110 in the series opener. The Eastern Conference representatives face a stiff challenge in repeating the feat on Sunday night, entering Game 2 as steep +11 underdogs.
The Thunder are bringing the boom on Sunday night, and bettors should expect another wild contest at the Paycom Center.
NBA Finals Betting: Pacers vs. Thunder Game 2 Same Game Parlay
Where to Watch Indiana Pacers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
- Arena: Paycom Center
- Location: Oklahoma City, OK
- Where to Watch: ABC
- Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
- Spread: OKC -11 | Total: 228.5
- Moneyline: OKC -575 | IND +425
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Leg 1: Over 228.5 -110
The Thunder’s run to the NBA Finals has been made possible by their elite defense, but we should see the best they have to offer offensively in Game 2.
While the Pacers’ defense has performed admirably, they have shown signs of cracking more recently. Over their last four, opponents are averaging 112.5 points per game, a benchmark that should continue to ratchet higher. Throughout the season, Indiana is giving up an average of 114.8 points, a figure that jumps to 115.7 points when they are on the road.
Moreover, OKC is due for a massive swing in offensive fortunes. The Thunder were held to just 110 points in Game 1, their second-lowest total since the second round. They average 119.5 points per game and have reached at least 124 in two of their last three.
A significantly improved offensive performance seems like an inevitability for the Thunder. We’re taking a principled stand on the over.
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Leg 2: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to Record 40+ Points +230
It didn’t pay off in the series opener, but Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continued to run roughshod over Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers. Expect another game-changing performance from the MVP on Sunday night.
SGA was unstoppable in Game 1, a trend that persisted from the regular season. In three games against the Pacers this season, the Thunder guard is averaging 38.7 points per game while eclipsing 33 points in each one of those contests.
Further, his workload dictates that another premier scoring performance is expected on Sunday night. SGA has attempted 30 shots in two of his last three, and is averaging 28.3 field goal attempts over that modest stretch. Of course, that’s without including his 26 free throw attempts, which continue to prop up his scoring totals.
His efficiency may be lacking, but Gilgeous-Alexander has the volume to eclipse 40 points in Game 2. At +230, we’re including that as the second leg of our Same Game Parlay.
Leg 3: Jalen Williams to Record 3+ Three Pointers +270
While Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues to assert himself as the best player on the court, Jalen Williams continues to prove that he is the Robin to SGA’s Batman. The third-year pro will be ready to deliver again in Game 2.
Williams has been an elite contributor on offense. He ranks second on the team in scoring and has been a reliable producer when called upon. Still, the Thunder guard has fallen below normal range in terms of shooting across the past couple of games.
In Game 1, Williams shot just 6-for-19 from the field, for an unbecoming 31.6% shooting percentage. Included in that was a 1-for-4 performance from beyond the arc, which was identical to his performance in the series finale versus the Minnesota Timberwolves.
That puts him significantly behind his regular-season average of 36.5% and even further off the 48.1% pace he flashed in the five previous outings. Moreover, Williams has averaged 4.9 three-point attempts per game across the entirety of the seven-game sample.
Assuredly, Williams should see his three-point percentage start to climb back into normal range. Backing him to record three or more three-pointers could be the best value play of the night.
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NBA Finals Betting: Pacers vs. Thunder Game 2 Same Game Parlay
- Over 228.5
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to Record 40+ Points +230
- Jalen Williams to Record 3+ Three-Pointers +270
This correlated parlay could net bettors a profitable +1455 in Game 2 of the NBA Finals. We are taking the over, with SGA to crack 40 points and Jalen Williams to hit at least three triples.
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