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32+15+12+5 three-pointers, only 5 games away from winning, it is indeed an enhanced version of Harden, no one is dissatisfied

7:14pm, 28 May 2025Basketball

If you want to talk about this year's playoffs, it is also very lively when you play at this position. As the team with the highest regular season record in the league, the Thunder also won the division finals early, and they are likely to accept the series at home. The Timberwolves beat the Warriors and the Lakers in the first two rounds, but they were beaten by the Thunder in the Western Conference Finals. It can only be said that the gap in strength cannot be made up. The Thunder's achievement is also a well-deserved existence.

But if you want to talk about the big dark horse team, you are naturally the Pacers. Even before the start of the playoffs, no one could have thought that the Pacers could reach the Eastern Conference Finals, at most they could play in the second round. As a result, the Pacers entered the East and won the match point. It was only a matter of time before they advanced to the finals. It has to be said that the Pacers are very resilient. In the worst case, they have achieved the most surprising record, which everyone sees.

Pacers are currently leading 3-1, only one game away from entering the finals and only five games away from winning the championship. For the walkers, they must have such an idea. Of course, then again, the Pacers can reach the current position. To put it bluntly, the team has Halliburton, this enhanced version of Harden. Halliburton was previously called the most overrated star, but now he is completely slapped in the face and is about to enter the ranks of super giants.

Why is Halliburton an enhanced version of Harden? There are several evidences below. First, Halliburton is more stable. What we talk about here is that while sending out a large number of assists, it can also ensure control mistakes. Take this game as an example. While Halliburton gave 15 assists, the number of turnovers was 0. This is very exaggerated and is relatively rare in playoff history. In fact, Halliburton's situation is very common and has a strong ability to control mistakes.

Second, Halliburton's three-pointer was also very thirsty. Taking G4 as an example, Halliburton made 5 of 12 three-pointers in this game, ensuring a certain shooting percentage. Third, Halliburton's defense is more in place. What Halliburton is underestimated is actually his defense. He has a strong judgment in the game and has sent 4 steals in this game. In general, Halliburton G4 scored 32+15+12+5 three-pointers, which is definitely a top-notch existence.

Having said so much, now that Halliburton is the enhanced version of Harden, I believe no one is dissatisfied. To some extent, the upper limit that Halliburton can reach seems to be higher than Harden. Halliburton has now entered another level. As long as the Pacers keeps competitive, the guys will create more surprises. I can only say that the core of holding the ball is really good, and there is no problem in building a team around them.

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