Realgm Radio With Danny Leroux

Will Tyrese Haliburton find answers against the OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER's defense? Host Wes Goldberg and guest Mike Shearer break down the critical elements that could swing the NBA Finals with their X Factor draft. From Haliburton's jump pass to the Pacers' tendency to foul, no stone is left unturned. The duo analyzes the coaching chess match between Rick Carlisle and Mark Daigneault, explores the impact of physicality, and debates how mid-range shooting might shape the series outcome. Discover why the PACERS might have a better chance than many think. Timestamps 0:00 Intro: X Factor draft for NBA Finals preview 5:07 Halliburton's possession and Thunder's defense 10:12 Importance of Halliburton jump pass 15:09 Corner threes and half-court offense dynamics 20:18 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's offensive impact and free throws 26:30 Turnover battle and possession advantage 31:19 Mid-range shooting prevalence in Finals matchup 37:29 Coaching strategies and staff contributions 43:08 Physicality and referee impact on