The game took a dramatic turn in the final seconds as the Pacers, trailing by seven points with just 35 seconds left, unleashed an 8-0 run that left fans in disbelief. Gary Trent Jr., who had been struggling early in the game, found his rhythm late, scoring a critical three-pointer that ignited hope in the raucous Indiana crowd. Haliburton then took the reins, driving to the basket, drawing a foul, and converting crucial free throws to give the Pacers a one-point lead with mere seconds remaining.