Game 3 of the NBA Finals is set for Wednesday night in Indiana, as the Pacers host the Thunder with the series tied up at 1-1.
Below, we’ll give you the top Shai Gilgeous-Alexander projections for Thunder vs. Pacers on Wednesday in the NBA Finals, plus a PrizePicks NBA pick. Gilgeous-Alexander is currently averaging 36.0 points through the first two Finals games and will look to keep his momentum as the Thunder go on the road. Find more NBA Finals picks and projections for PrizePicks here.
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Top Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Projection, Pick vs. Pacers Today
Here is the top SGA projection and pick for the Thunder vs. Pacers NBA Finals Game 3 via the PrizePicks NBA board.
Thunder PG Shai Gilgeous-Alexander — 33.5 Points
The Thunder dominated Game 2 of the NBA Finals, led by NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who dropped 34 points and shot 11-of-21 from the field. It was a much-needed victory, as the Thunder lost Game 1 in heartbreaking fashion after a Tyrese Haliburton game-winning basket.
SGA has had success in his first two games as a scorer, as he’s averaging 36.0 points. SGA has scored more than 33.5 points in four straight games and five of his last six, dating back to the Western Conference Finals. He’s averaged 30.4 points throughout the playoffs, and will now be heading on the road in Indiana.
Gilgeous-Alexander has also been dominant getting to the free-throw line, making 18-of-20 free throws so far in the NBA Finals.
Though the Pacers managed to steal Game 1, they have struggled defensively. The Thunder averaged 116.5 points in the first two games of the series, and the Pacers have allowed 113.6 points against in the playoffs.
On the road, Gilgeous-Alexander has averaged 28.2 points in these playoffs. His offense will be needed against a Pacers team that has had success at home, losing only twice in the postseason. The Pacers are also averaging 116.4 total points in the postseason, which is right behind the Thunder’s 117.0 points.
SGA being aggressive on offense is a huge factor for the Thunder. He’s attempted 30 and 21 shots respectively in the NBA Finals so far, in addition to averaging 10 free throws per game.
All Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Projections vs. Pacers in NBA Finals
Here are other top Shai Gilgeous-Alexander projections vs. the Pacers in Game 3 of the NBA Finals via the PrizePicks NBA Board.
- 47 Pts+Rebs+Asts
- 5.5 Rebounds
- 7 Assists
- 41.5 Pts+Asts
- 39.5 Pts+Rebs
- 4 Points in First 5 Minutes
- 1.5 3-PT Made (Goblin)
- 5 3-PT Attempted
- 12 FG Made
- 8.5 Free Throws Made
- 9.5 Free Throws Attempted
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Game 3 of the NBA Finals is set for tonight at 8;30 p.m. on ABC in Indianapolis. With the series tied at 1-1, the Thunder and Pacers will aim to take a crucial 2-1 series lead, in what will be a pivotal game.
SGA has been dominant in the NBA Finals so far, averaging 36 points per game. His scoring will be key for the Thunder in Game 3 tonight.
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