The NBA finals are underway, and they have reached a crucial juncture. With the Oklahoma City Thunder leading the series 3-2, the Pacers will be looking to make a comeback. This will be a do-or-die game for the Pacers. One more slip-up, and the Thunder will be crowned the champion with a game to spare. Meanwhile, understanding the gravity of the situation, Bennedict Mathurin is ready to give it all in Game 6.
In a recent statement, Pacers guard Mathurin stated that he is ready to go hard. He also said that the Pacers’ unit must ‘feel a tickle’ in their belly ahead of Game 6. Coming into the most important game of the season, Mathurin looked locked in and vowed to fight for every rebound and dive on the floor to ensure the team’s victory.
“If you don’t feel that tickle in your belly playing a game (Thursday) then don’t show up…. I’m not saying I’m gonna drop 40. But I’m saying that I’m gonna make sure that I get the rebound and I dive on the floor and play as hard as I can,” said Mathurin.
#Pacers guard Bennedict Mathurin:
— James Boyd (@RomeovilleKid) June 19, 2025
“… If you don’t feel that tickle in your belly playing a game (Thursday) then don’t show up. … I’m not saying I’m gonna drop 40. But I’m saying that I’m gonna make sure that I get the rebound and I dive on the floor and play as hard as I can.” pic.twitter.com/wUvtLshpui
Surely, Mathurin has been one of the best bets for the Pacers. Coming off the bench, he has impacted the game a lot. So much so, that he joined the likes of Kobe Bryant, LeBron James and more.
Bennedict Mathurin Joins LeBron James, Kobe Bryant After Spectacular Game 3 Performance
Bennedict Mathurin had a blast in Game 3. Coming off the bench, Mathurin helped his team win the game by scoring 27 points. He also had a stunning 9-of-12 shooting stat on the night. However, that was not all.
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Bennedict Mathurin joins Kobe, LeBron, Kawhi and Tony Parker as the only NBA players to score 25 points in a Finals game at age 22 or younger.
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) June 13, 2025
Elite company. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/yPWF3rqahV
As he scored more than 25 points in a final at just 22, Mathurin joined an elite list. As per Statmuse, only four athletes have achieved this feat so far. And now, Bennedict Mathurine joins the list along with LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, Tony Parker, and Kawhi Leonard. Thus, with a lot on the line, it now remains to be seen how the game turns out next.
