The Indiana Pacers defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, putting them behind 2-1 in the series. The Pacers have been playing tough and energetic basketball, and they have deserved their advantage, despite being favorites coming into this matchup.

One factor contributing to OKC's difficulties in Game 3 was Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, their star player, having a subdued performance. The NBA MVP scored only 24 points during the game, far below the playoff average of more than 30.

This included a gun-shy fourth quarter in which he made just three field goal attempts and scored only once, even though he was close to the Pacers. It was a disheartening conclusion to his match, and it has prompted Golden State Warriors superstar Draymond Green to call for greater accountability and aggressive intent from a player who is regarded as one of the top scorers in the league.

On his podcast, Green stated, "Honestly, I think Shai got to be more aggressive." "When I watch that game tonight, I'm like, when's Shai going to come? When is Shai going to do what we know Shai to do?" I never got the impression that Shai declared, "I'm taking over this game. I'm going to win this game," when I watched that match this evening. And do that.

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Draymond Green proposed that one reason SGA had such a quiet evening was because he was hesitant to act like the leading man he is, as he had been subjected to media scrutiny during the playoff run about the number of shots he takes and the fouls he draws. However, Green argued that a mindset like that is necessary for players who want to win the NBA Finals.

"Shai, don't get caught up in the trap of the world," is what I would tell him. Because the media coverage of the NBA Finals is greater than that of any previous NBA game. Don't be fooled by what others are saying, such as "Yo, he's shooting too much; he's foul baiting." No way. "Yeah, shoot it 35 times. You gotta go for it!" Green stated firmly.

In order for OKC to continue on and win their first Finals trophy, they will need their MVP playing at that level and with that much enthusiasm. Gilgeous-Alexander has already demonstrated some of his quality in this series, scoring 34 points and dishing out 8 assists in only 36 minutes of play.

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