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The Indiana Pacers will take on the Oklahoma City Thunder tonight in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. The game will take place at the Paycom Center. While both teams have had a distinguished run till now in the season, nothing goes beyond this point, as enduring the pressure of the finals is a different ball game altogether. Therefore, some close encounters are set to unfold. The versatility will make a difference in this contest. Speaking of which, Aaron Nesmith could turn out to be crucial for the Pacers. He has the tenacity to deliver at clutch moments but will be able to produce what's needed from him in the finals. As Nesmith could emerge as one of the key contributors for the Pacers, let's take note of whether he will be available for the game or will sit out due to an injury.
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Aaron Nesmith Injury Report
Aaron Nesmith is not listed in the injury report released by the Pacers ahead of Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Thunder. Thus, he will be available tonight and expected to feature in the starting lineup.
The 25-year-old Forward has produced decent numbers throughout the season. He has averaged 12 points, 4 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game this season. While these are modest figures, their impact is hidden in the overall value they generated. Moreover, he is capable of notching higher numbers, and the NBA finals might be the occasion where Aaron Nesmith will unleash his best.
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Indiana Pacers Injury Report
While Aaron Nesmith is free from injury concerns, the same cannot be stated about every member of the Pacers' squad. They have three players listed in the injury report. Tony Bradley is marked as "questionable" due to a hip injury. Jarace Walker (Ankle injury) and Isaiah Jackson (Torn Achilles) will miss out on the game due to their respective injuries. Nikola Topic, who has remained out since January due to a knee injury, will miss out on the finals too.
The Oklahoma City Thunder on the other hand will miss the services of Nikola Topic, who has remained out since January due to a knee injury.
Despite the impact laid by injuries, it could turn out to be a closely contested Game 1 of the NBA finals. Playing at home, the Oklahoma City Thunder will have the home support, but the Pacers won't be bothered by that. Let's see who draws first blood in the Pacers vs Thunder Game 1 showdown.
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