If Haliburton misses Game 6, that torpedoes the Pacers' chances to force a decisive Game 7. He's been Indiana's best player and primary ball-handler. The Thunder will be the heavy

Haliburton is experiencing lower leg tightness but will return to the game according to Pacers public relations staff.

Haliburton did not make a single field goal in his 34 minutes of action, and finished with four points, seven rebounds and six assists on 0-for-6 shooting from the field.

The Pacers, who were on the verge of taking a 3-1 series lead before coughing up a fourth-quarter lead in Game 4, will return home for Game 6 needing a win to keep their championship hopes alive.

Oklahoma City's appearance in the Finals is its first since Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook and James Harden led the franchise there in 2012.

Jalen Williams and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander combined for 71 points in the Game 5 victory.