Pacers, Thunder lead NBA playoffs 2-0 after victories

The Indiana Pacers held off a late surge from the Milwaukee Bucks to win 123-115, taking a 2-0 lead in their NBA Eastern Conference first-round playoff series. Pascal Siakam and Tyrese Haliburton led the Pacers with strong performances, while Giannis Antetokounmpo and returning All-Star Damian Lillard kept the Bucks competitive. The game was marked by physical play and technical fouls on both sides. In the Western Conference, the Oklahoma City Thunder maintained their dominance over the Memphis Grizzlies, securing a 118-99 victory following their historic game-one blowout. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, and Chet Holmgren were key contributors for the Thunder, who controlled the game from the outset. Both the Pacers and Thunder now hold commanding 2-0 leads in their respective series.