India, June 17 -- The Indiana Pacers suffered a 109-120 defeat to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 5 of the NBA Finals; however, it was Tyrese Haliburton's fitness which became a big concern for them. Haliburton, battling through an injury, had a tough outing in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Monday night. The Pacers' All-Star guard missed all six of his field-goal attempts, finishing with just four points, seven rebounds, and six assists in 34 minutes of action as Indiana fell 120-109 to the hosts.

Pacers coach Rick Carlisle confirmed after the Game 5 that Haliburton wasn't 100 per cent but he is confident that he will make it to the next game.

"He's not 100 per cent. It's pretty clear. But I don't think he's going to miss the next game....