At 6-foot-1, he repeatedly backs his way into the paint and outmaneuvers the NBA's giants for scores. Now, though, McConnell faces his biggest challenge: Potentially replacing two-time All-Star Tyrese Haliburton on Thursday night as the Pacers try to extend their season against Oklahoma City in Game 6 of the NBA Finals.

The Thunder are seeking their first NBA title since relocating to Oklahoma City in 2008. The last time the franchise reached the

After their comeback effort fell short in Game 5, the Indiana Pacers are one loss away from losing the NBA Finals to the Oklahoma City Thunder. In Game 5, the Pacers rallied to come back from down 18 points, cutting the deficit to two, before the wheels fell off the bus.