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Bennedict Mathurin scored 27 points, leading a Pacers team that enjoyed a whopping 49-18 edge in bench points, as Indiana reclaimed the lead in the NBA Finals by beating Oklahoma City 116-107 in Game 3.

The Thunder were outscored 32-18 in the fourth quarter Wednesday night as they lost to the Pacers in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.

The Suns and Kevin Durant's business partner, Boardroom CEO Rich Kleiman, are sifting through trade scenarios as the sides are expected to work together on potential destinations for the 15-time All-Star, sources told ESPN.

The Knicks have now been denied permission to speak with Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd, Timberwolves coach Chris Finch and Rockets coach Ime Udoka, sources confirmed to ESPN.

Celtics star swingman Jaylen Brown underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right knee and is expected to be ready to participate in training camp without limitation.

Warriors guard Brandon Podziemski, who had left wrist surgery in May, underwent surgery to repair a core muscle injury Tuesday.

Former New York Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau took out a full-page advertisement in The New York Times on Wednesday, thanking his players, coaches and the team's fans a little more than a week after being fired by the club.

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