Thunder G4 wants to defeat the Pacers, 3 key factors! Alexander needs to break through 1 point, Harry has no way to retreat

Although the Pacers were not optimistic before the Finals, they are now leading the Thunder 2-1 in the series, and the Thunder can be said to be in a deep trouble right now. If the Thunder lose in G4 and return to home with a 1-3 disadvantage, their chances of turning around are almost zero. In particular, the Pacers' defense is gradually improving, and the Thunder is under greater pressure. Moreover, Alexander's sluggish performance in G3 also made the Thunder's hope for victory even more slim. To win the G4, the Thunder need to make greater efforts in all aspects.

First, the Thunder must control the rhythm of the game, especially not allowing the Pacers to play the offensive rhythm they want. Looking back at the first two games, the Pacers have many difficulties because they cannot make a fast-paced attack. But in G3, the Pacers gradually regained this, especially McConnell's steals and fast breaks, which not only narrowed the score gap, but also completed the overtake when the Thunder led. When the Pacers enter a smooth fast attack state, their offensive efficiency increases greatly. Therefore, in the next game, the Thunder must re-limit the Pacers' fast break to prevent their offensive rhythm from fully controlling the game.

Secondly, Thunder should focus on protecting its inside line. In the first two games, the Pacers had great difficulties trying to break into the Thunder's inside, especially in G2, when the Thunder put out the "two towers" lineup of Homegren and Harten, the Pacers were almost unable to score in the inside, and at this time the Pacers had to rely on three-point shooting. But when the Pacers' outside three-pointers feel bad, the Thunder can take advantage of this opportunity to open the score. Therefore, in G4, the Thunder should use more "two towers" lineups to continue to suppress the Pacers' inside attack.

Third, Thunder must reduce mistakes. The Thunder did a pretty good job in the first two games, and they caused a lot of Pacers' turnovers through defense. But in G3, the Pacers made the Thunder make more mistakes. When the Thunder's defensive threat declined, the Pacers quickly disrupted the Thunder's rhythm with multiple blooms and finally won. Therefore, in G4, the Thunder should remain calm on the offensive end, minimize mistakes, and avoid giving Pacers an opportunity to take advantage of.

Of course, Alexander's performance is crucial to the Thunder's victory over the Pacers in G4. Especially at critical moments, Alexander must stand up and lead the team out of the predicament. If he cannot contribute at critical moments, the Thunder's chances of winning will be greatly reduced. Although Javier and Homgren's performance in the game also have highlights, their abilities at critical moments are limited. As the team's MVP, Alexander should shoulder the heavy responsibility of leading the team. If his downturn in G1 and G3 reappears again, the Thunder's prospects will be very worrying.

For walkers, they are also under great pressure. While they currently hold the lead in the series, if the Pacers want to ultimately beat the Thunder and win the championship, they must hold on to their home court. The Thunder performed very well at home, and if the Pacers let the Thunder tie the score in G4, the Thunder may regain the rhythm and regain control of the situation in the subsequent games. Therefore, the Pacers must seize this opportunity and strive for the victory of the G4. And at this critical moment, Halliburton's performance is particularly important. Halliburton not only needs to stand up at critical moments, but also needs to find offensive form as soon as possible to help the Pacers take the lead in order to improve the team's chances of winning and ensure they can continue to take the initiative in this round of the series.

In general, G4 will be a game that determines the fate of both sides. Both the Thunder and the Pacers must show sufficient ability and determination at critical moments.