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Pacers' Walker Out for NBA Finals' First Two Games

6/3/2025

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Summary

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Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker faces a tough setback, sidelined for at least the first two games of the NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder due to a right ankle injury from Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Coach Rick Carlisle revealed Walker is currently on crutches, with hopes for a comeback by Game 3 on June 11.

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Jarace Walker's injury sidelines him for the NBA Finals, echoing the 2017 Finals when Kevin Durant's injury altered the Warriors' strategy. Historically, injuries have shaped championships; in 2014, the Spurs triumphed over the Heat after injuries hampered Miami's roster, showcasing how pivotal health is in playoff success.

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Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker faces a tough setback, sidelined for at least the first two games of the NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder due to a right ankle injury from Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Coach Rick Carlisle revealed Walker is currently on crutches, with hopes for a comeback by Game 3 on June 11.

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