Following the Indiana Pacers’ Game 2 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, Lakers legend Magic Johnson criticized their half-court-focused offense. Johnson urged Tyrese Haliburton to prioritize scoring early and ignite Indiana’s transition game. Haliburton acknowledged the Thunder’s defensive pressure and vowed to improve. With the series tied, the Pacers return home needing to adjust their strategy to avoid falling behind.
Magic Johnson sounds off: Slams Indiana Pacers’; ‘They can’t beat..’ — what went wrong