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NBA playoffs: Bracket & complete coverage

The more fascinating battle in these NBA Finals is certainly on the Indiana Pacers’ end of the floor , where the league’s No. 1 defense will try to stop an offense that moves the ball and bodies like no other.

But the Oklahoma City Thunder’s offensive possessions will count for just as much as those of the Pacers. As such, the individual whose offense will be most scrutinized over the next two weeks is Kia MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander .

Here are some notes, numbers and film on the Thunder offense and how the Pacers will try to stop it.

1. Defense turns into offense

The Thunder offense begins with its ability to turn steals into transition opportunities. OKC’s 10.6 steals per 100 possessio

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