The Pacers two substitutes have risen, changing the championship pattern

On June 20, two amazing substitutes emerged on the NBA Finals stage. They were 1.85 meters tall little guards, who shone in the game, contributing 12 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals; the other was a giant center, scoring 20 points. The Pacers' substitute lineup is about to reshape the championship trajectory.

At this critical moment, the Pacers showed their greatest advantage, and they could win the championship just by winning another game. It was this force that allowed them to successfully stop the Thunder from competing for the championship. Behind this outstanding performance is Halliburton's left-hand escort, the strong combination of two substitutes McConaughey and Toppin. Although McConaughey did not start, as a 1.85-meter defender, he posed an absolute threat to his partner with his personality center Toppin.

Let's take a look at McConaughey, who played for 24 minutes in the game, scoring 12 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals with 6 of 12 shots. This all-round performance is not only impressive, but especially on a stage like the Finals, it is rare for a substitute to play such gorgeous numbers. Moreover, McConaughey is really a magic boy. He activated the entire Pacers' substitute lineup and improved the team's combat effectiveness. His scoring ability and defensive awareness put the Thunder in a lot of pressure. He also performed well in the last game, scoring 13 points in a single quarter, showing his value with comprehensive data of 18 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals.

In addition to McConaughey, another role worth paying attention to is Toppin, the outside marksman scored 20 points and 6 rebounds in just 22 minutes in this game. Topin has repeatedly become a key figure in the team in the finals. He also scored 12 points and 4 rebounds in the last game, showing stable three-pointers and mid-range shooting firepower.

Based on this, the Pacers have shown a deep lineup depth and are able to continue to rely on multiple players to exert their strength. Their strategy successfully makes multiple players score in double digits in each game. If a team has a backup car of this level, it is undoubtedly a rare asset. It is worth mentioning that Toping signed a four-year contract with the Pacers with a total value of 60 million, while McConaughey won a four-year contract of 45 million, both of which were cost-effective deals reached last summer. In the future, the two players will continue to serve as the Pacers' strongest substitute scoring points.

There is no doubt that the pair of partners around Halliburton scored a total of 32 points and 15 rebounds, even surpassing the Thunder's substitute score. Their performance undoubtedly makes the Pacers more likely to win, especially in this decisive battle. If this pair of pairs strikes again, the Thunder may face great challenges.