Gilgeous-Alexander is the NBA’s MVP and Oklahoma City’s best player. Haliburton is an Olympic gold medalist and Indiana’s best player. They’ll lead their teams into Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Thursday night — Indiana at Oklahoma City, the start of a series that will decide who hoists the Larry O’Brien Trophy.

Led by Haliburton, the Pacers play fast and efficiently, a deadly combination, which means they rarely turn the ball over. Their turnover rate during the regular season (13.1%) ranked as the league's third-best, behind only the Thunder and the Boston Celtics, and they have been better with the ball in the playoffs.

Paul George celebrates the resurgence of Indiana Basketball, highlighting history and crediting Caitlin Clark for uplifting Hoosier pride.

NBA All-Star endorses Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton as the next face of the league, praising his rise and star potential.

Back in 2016, when the Indiana Pacers star welcomed a pit bull into his home, he faced the important decision of what to name his new companion. Reflecting on someone who had inspired him deeply, George ultimately chose to honor basketball legend Kobe Bryant by naming the dog after him.

The 2024-25 NBA season ended in disappointing for the Milwaukee Bucks and superstar forward Giannis Antetokounmpo. In the first round of the playoffs, the Bucks were swiftly eliminated in just five games by the Indiana Pacers.

This isn’t about George. It’s more a curiosity than an indictment that a player with such a winning profile has done so little high-level winning.

Both the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder found success this season thanks to trades made several years ago.