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Pacers facing tough Game 7 NBA Finals trend after tying series vs. Thunder
The post Pacers facing tough Game 7 NBA Finals trend after tying series vs. Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Indiana Pacers created a far different celebration in front of the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Pacers were the ones in party mode, on a night the Thunder was one win away from securing the title. Advertisement Indiana rushed through OKC with an impressive 108-91 trouncing at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Fans glued to the NBA Finals now will get treated to a Game 7. Indiana showed its heart is still beating in avoiding an OKC celebration. But a certain trend is on the Pacers' side. One Indiana must find a way to scale. Sportsnet Stats unveiled what Indiana now faces ahead of Sunday. Before both teams enter the Paycom Center for the final time. 'This will be the 20th Game 7 in NBA Finals history. The home team has won 15 of the previous 19 contests,' the account posted on X. How Pacers forced Game 7 against Thunder Kyle Terada-Imagn Images The Pacers and Thunder will engage in the first NBA Finals seventh deciding game since 2016. LeBron James spearheaded the epic 3-1 comeback for the Cleveland Cavaliers against the Golden State Warriors that night nearly a decade ago. Advertisement But how did Indiana force the final game? Especially after being down by a large deficit early? Chet Holmgren hit a finger roll layup to make it 10-2. OKC fans started to visualize a celebration after Thursday. But Pascal Siakam ignited the charge — banking a 16-foot jumper to spark the rally. Siakam then threw down a thunderous dunk in front of Jalen Williams. That helped place a cap on a massive second quarter onslaught. Indiana led 28-25 after the first quarter, but outscored OKC with an astonishing 36-17 second quarter. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander faced triple teams. The reigning Most Valuable Player settled for a series low 21 points. Holmgren settled for just four points — as that layup represented his final time getting the ball inside the hoop. Game 5 hero Williams was even bottled, ending with 16 on the evening. Advertisement The Pacers watched Obi Toppin drop 20 off the bench. Toppin became one of six Pacers in double figures and nailed four three-pointers. Tyrese Haliburton went from hobbled to scoring 14 facing elimination. Andrew Nembhard rained down 17 points including hitting three from behind the arc. Indiana is at a disadvantage still with the raucous crowd awaiting them. Plus the torrid history for road teams in Game 7. Although the last NBA Finals seventh game was won by the visitors. Indiana now can attempt to join the Cavs in NBA lore. Related: Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton makes WWE exception to social media rule Related: Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton reveals girlfriend's 'Love Island' plan after Game 6 victory
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28-03-2025
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What is the College Basketball Crown tournament?
The Nebraska men's basketball team will play the Arizona State Sun Devils in the first round of the inaugural College Basketball Crown tournament on Monday, March 31. The tournament is promoted by the Anschultz Entertainment Group and Fox Sports. It will be held at the T-Mobile and MGM Grand Garden Arenas. The 16-team tournament is also breaking ground by awarding Name, Image, and Likeness payments to the winning teams. Nebraska head coach Fred Hoiberg tells Fox Sports that there's always a benefit to having your team compete for a championship. "Any time you have a chance to compete for a championship, there definitely is a benefit for your program. Our guys were unanimous about going out and playing, and that is a good sign for everything you have going with the culture of your program when your guys want to keep playing together and compete." Advertisement The Nebraska Cornhuskers will face the Arizona State Sun Devils in the first round of the College Basketball Crown on Monday, March 31. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. CT, and the game can be seen on FS1. Why another postseason tournament? March 11, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs celebrate after defeating the St. Mary's Gaels after the game in the final of the West Coast Conference tournament at Orleans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images Executive Vice President of Fox Sports Jordan Bazant believes that college basketball needs to improve the student-athletes' experience. "College football has evolved in so many ways. There's no big-game bowl experience for basketball programs. We have 12 NBA teams coming to this event, if not more. If you're in the NCAA Tournament or the NIT, you can't send someone to every game. At our event, you can, and we'll have NBA people at every single game. It's exposure that they wouldn't otherwise have For our programs, this is their first game and first week in the 2025-26 year. It cleanses you of the year you've had to a degree, or it provides that next step for a program." Selection process Dec 3, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; The Big Ten Confernce B1G logo on the court at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images The tournament selected two automatic qualifiers from the Big Ten, Big 12, and Big East Conferences. At-large teams that did not qualify for the NCAA Tournament filled the remaining ten spots. The automatic qualifiers came from conferences that have existing media relationships with Fox Sports. TV partner Mar 19, 2025; Providence, RI, USA; FOX and NBC Sports reporter and co-host of The Field of 68 podcast John Fanta broadcasts from the Amica Mutual Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images The tournament will exclusively air on Fox and FS1, as Fox Sports is one of the founding partners of the College Basketball Crown. Delined bids Dec 13, 2024; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers forward Braden Frager (5) warms up before the game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images Nine teams declined bids to the College Basketball Crown. Those teams include Indiana, Iowa, Kansas State, Northwestern, Ohio State, Penn State, Rutgers, TCU, and West Virginia. NIL payments May 16, 2018; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Create History sign outside of the T-Mobile Arena before game three of the Western Conference Final of the 2018 Stanley Cup Playoffs between the Winnipeg Jets and the Vegas Golden Knights. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports The tournament is breaking ground by awarding NIL payments to participating schools. The championship team will win a $300,000 NIL package, the runner-up will earn a $100,000 package, and the semifinalists will receive $50,000. This article originally appeared on Cornhuskers Wire: Why is Nebraska playing in the College Basketball Crown in Las Vegas?
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28-03-2025
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Social Media Reacts to Arkansas' Heartbreaking Overtime Loss to Texas Tech
The Arkansas Razorbacks' NCAA Tournament run came to a painful end Thursday night, as they fell 85-83 in overtime to the Texas Tech Red Raiders at the Chase Center in San Francisco. Mar 27, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks guard Johnell Davis (1) reacts after losing to the Texas Tech Red Raiders during overtime during a West Regional semifinal of the 2025 NCAA tournament at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images Kyle Terada-Imagn Images The Razorbacks had control for much of the game, thanks in large part to standout performances from guards Nelly Davis and Karter Knox, who combined for 50 points. Despite their efforts, along with double-digit contributions from D.J. Wagner and Trevon Brazile, Arkansas could not hold off Texas Tech's late charge. Advertisement The game's defining moment came in the final seconds of regulation. With Arkansas leading 72-69, Texas Tech secured a rebound off a missed Razorbacks free throw. However, officials halted play due to a clock malfunction, which resulted in a lengthy review. After adjusting the game clock, Texas Tech used the additional time to set up Darrion Williams, who drilled a three-pointer to send the game to overtime. Williams then sealed the victory with the game-winning basket with just 7.3 seconds left in the extra period. Following the loss, social media erupted with reactions, many of which criticized the controversial stoppage. Some fans argued that the delay unfairly disrupted Arkansas' defensive momentum, giving Texas Tech an unintended advantage. Others pointed out the Razorbacks' struggles to maintain composure late, allowing the Red Raiders to erase a 16-point deficit. Despite the heartbreak, Arkansas' postseason run showcased resilience, particularly in a transition year under Calipari. While the loss will undoubtedly sting, the foundation appears strong for the Razorbacks moving forward. As the tournament marches on, the debate over the clock stoppage will linger, but for Arkansas, the focus now shifts to what lies ahead in the program's new era.
