Through it all, it appears that Indiana has all of the ingredients to pull off one of the biggest upsets in NBA Finals history.

If the Thunder even the series 1-1, Williams will likely play a big part. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Lu Dort did enough to secure a Game 1 win, but the rest of the starters struggled. For the 24-year-old, that was 17 points on 6-of-19 shooting.

Pacers superstar Tyrese Haliburton is the engine of the team's improbable playoff run and he just revealed what sparked the team's success this season in the NBA Finals.

We're back for another year to draw pro comparisons for ESPN's projected lottery prospects in the 2025 NBA draft, which runs from June 25-26 (8 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN). It's often a useful exercise, if done responsibly. Sometimes that's easier said than done, as it's a process that often invites hyperbole.

NBA Draft is just around the corner, which means the hype surround Rutgers Scarlet Knights' Ace Bailey continues to grow leading up to the big day. And while it's unclear where he will end up, many are excited about his high ceiling at the next level.