The Indiana Pacers and the Oklahoma City Thunder are set to clash on Wednesday at the Paycom Center.
The Thunder continues its impressive streak, winning 10 out of their last 12 games and is poised to continue its victorious march, especially after a home triumph over Memphis with a scoreline of 124:93. In that game, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made a significant contribution, racking up 23 points and making 6 assists, while Wall and Giddey also demonstrated good performances with 24 and 16 points.
Josh Giddey, having a challenging season by transitioning to a more passive role on the court, is starting to show signs of progress, especially in the last 5 games where his contribution has significantly improved compared to the rest of the season. His adaptation to playing off the ball and collaborating with Gilgeous-Alexander have been key to his improvement and impact on the team's gameplay. Ahead of their upcoming match against the Indiana Pacers, the Thunder, who holds leading positions in the West, is eager to continue their winning streak.
The Pacers are struggling with form, winning only 2 games out of the last 5, having recently prevailed over the Orlando Magic with a scoreline of 111:97. Pascal Siakam and Tyrese Haliburton made significant contributions, scoring 20 points each, while Obi Toppin and TJ McConnell added 17 points. The Pacers showcased an impressive comeback against the Magic, overcoming a deficit and taking the lead after scoring 39 points in the third quarter.
With high offensive potency, Indiana is among the league's leaders in field goal percentage and average points per game. Their upcoming showdown with the Oklahoma City Thunder promises to be tense, given the potency of both teams' offence. However, the Pacers may face issues on the defence end, which will be a test against the Thunder. In this key aspect of the game, Toppin and McConnell stand out with their energy and contribution in the offence, making Pacers' play particularly effective.
The Thunder appear to be the preferable candidates for the win, especially considering their strong home record of 26-6.
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