Windhorst: The two quotes that explain everything about the Pacers-Thunder matchup
Briefly

The NBA Finals between the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder is highlighted by the themes of friendship and chemistry, emphasized by players Myles Turner and MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Turner likens basketball to the art of Lego construction, positing that teamwork and understanding among players have brought both teams to this stage. Gilgeous-Alexander reflects on his journey from being overlooked in high school to becoming a star, underscoring the importance of resilience and bond-building that transcends individuals to create winning teams.
It comes down to their ability to "use the power of friendship," he said, to find chemistry on the court and off.
This week, he described a lesson he learned in high school, one that came to be a defining characteristic in his life.
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