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Pacers Preparing Two Game 6 Scenarios: One with Tyrese Haliburton and One without. What that Looks Like

The Indiana Pacers face a must-win Game 6 on Thursday night against the Oklahoma City Thunder with Tyrese Haliburton's status uncertain due to a right calf strain.
Haliburton aggravated a calf injury during the early stages of Indiana’s defeat in the fifth game of the series held in Oklahoma City on Monday, compounding a previous ankle problem, and had an MRI on Tuesday to evaluate the extent of the injury.
Pacers coach Rick Carlisle said the team is preparing two scenarios—one with Haliburton playing and one without—and a decision will likely come on Thursday afternoon or evening.
Haliburton has been contributing around 11 points, just over 4 assists, and a couple of steals per game in the series. He expressed his determination to play while placing full confidence in the medical team’s decisions.
If Haliburton cannot play, the Pacers will depend on backup guard T.J. McConnell to fill the role as Indiana attempts to extend the series and keep their season alive.

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