Myles Turner Sets Franchise Playoff Block Record in Game 3 Victory

INDIANAPOLIS — While his offensive numbers struggled, Myles Turner made history on the defensive end, becoming a critical factor in the Indiana Pacers’ 116-107 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3 of the 2025 NBA Finals.

📊 Turner’s Final Stat Line

• 9 PTS

• 2 REB

• 5 BLK (Game-high, more than Thunder's team total of 4)

• 3/11 FG, 1/3 3PT

👑 New Pacers Playoff Blocks Leader

Turner’s 5-block night boosted his career playoff total to 121, surpassing franchise legend Jermaine O’Neal (120) to become the Pacers' all-time leader in postseason blocks.

📉 Offensive Struggles, Defensive Dominance

• First Half: 14:30 minutes, 5 FGA, 1/5 FG, 3 PTS, 1 REB, 2 BLK, team-worst -9 plus/minus

• Third Quarter: Continued slump, 1/5 FG, 2 PTS, outmatched by Chet Holmgren

• Fourth Quarter: Delivered a pivotal layup through Holmgren off a Haliburton assist and came up with two game-saving blocks on Holmgren in the final minutes.

🔍 Context & Contract Year

Now in his 10th NBA season — all with Indiana — Turner is playing out the final year of his $19.3 million deal. Despite being linked to numerous trade rumors in recent years, he’s been integral to the Pacers' unexpected run to their first Finals appearance in 25 years.

• 2024-25 Regular Season: 15.6 PPG, 6.5 RPG, 2.0 BPG, 48.1% FG, 39.6% 3PT

• Playoffs: Maintaining similar numbers while anchoring Indiana’s paint protection.

📝 What’s Next?

With free agency looming this summer, Turner is expected to command a lucrative multi-year extension from the Pacers, solidifying his role as a foundational piece alongside Tyrese Haliburton.

“He's a pillar for this team — his ability to change shots and own the rim is irreplaceable,” one team insider noted.