Tyrese Haliburton beats Bucks to advance Pacers to NBA Cup Finals

of indiana pacers They defeated the Milwaukee Bucks and became the first NBA in-season tournament finalist. 119-128. Despite Giannis Antetokounmpo’s efforts, it was clear that the players from Wisconsin were proving to be one of the sensations of the season in the American League.

everyone was paying attention Tyrese Haliburton And the Pacers’ great point guard did not disappoint. The leader of one of the pleasant surprises for the 2023-24 season arrived in Las Vegas with a mission to further develop his MVP candidacy, and it didn’t take long for him to get the job. Penetration from left and right, 3-point shooting on the bounce, endless assists… Team leader Rick Carlisle did everything extremely well, with unconditional support. Myles Turner (26 points, 10 rebounds); This started the game and resulted in one of the best action of the first NBA Cup semifinal.

The proper noun in the first half was neither. TJ McConnell He came into the game like a hurricane and took on the responsibility of turning the tide. The usual supporting player, who commands his team based on points and pride, had a great first half with seven points and three assists in just nine minutes, and felt like he more than fulfilled his main task. Halliburton, who did nothing but contribute, takes a break, but is also the main character. His level of play was so high that Carlisle kept him on the court longer than necessary. If everything went well, why change him?

when finished, show Haliburton took the baton from McConnell and took advantage of the fact that the wind was blowing in the Pacers’ favor. He took his first double-digit lead (44-54) on the court again and put together a great game. Giannis Antetokounmpo Until that moment, he was the only one standing up for the Bucks at halftime, with 20 points and six rebounds.

Only one other big star appeared. Damian Lillard I signed the first part which was close to nonsense. The Bucks outsider was sent to the locker room after scoring just four points and making just 2-of-10 from the field, but everything changed when play resumed. Just one minute into the third quarter, Lillard hit his first triple, and Carlisle immediately stopped the game, as if anticipating what was about to happen. The Pacers coach’s timeout didn’t help much, and the star point guard continued his scoring streak, scoring 14 points in nearly consecutive innings.

explosive scoring power Lillard (24 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists) He gave the Bucks a 78-72 lead and the game spiraled out of control. What had previously been a tense calm, with both teams offering offensive and defensive approaches, turned into a constant exchange of blows. Nembhard was the Pacers’ X-factor. Lopez (18 points) and Middleton (20 points) The Bucks decided they couldn’t prevent the score from being tied again, so they continued to add points.

Carlisle chose to use two secret weapons together to counter the Bucks’ zone, and that option worked perfectly: Minutes of dominance by the Milwaukee team were a thing of the past, and the game It turned out to be a heartwarming and lively duel.

But this is Las Vegas, so who expected this match not to be a disaster? Antetokounmpo vs. Haliburton? The Greek was arguably the Bucs’ best and most consistent with them. 37 points and 10 rebounds. But today was a decisive day of consecration. Haliburton (27 points, 7 rebounds, 15 assists) As an NBA superstar, he signs a game-finish at his incredible level and gives (his) Pacers a pass to the NBA Cup Grand Finals, where they will face LeBron James’ Los Angeles Lakers. It turns out.