Haliburton disses Bucks fans: 'We've had better regular season crowds' / News - Basketnews.com

Haliburton expects a much better atmosphere in Indianapolis than in Milwaukee, claiming even regular-season audiences are better there.

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The Indiana Pacers upset the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 2 of the first-round playoff series on Tuesday. With the series now going to Indianapolis, Tyrese Haliburton had a bold claim after the game.

Player of the Game EFF 43 Pascal Siakam Points 37 Accuracy 16-23 Rebounds 11 Assists 6

The Pacers superstar said the atmosphere would be much better than the Pacers experienced in Milwaukee.

"I expect it to be unbelievable, no doubt about that. We've had regular season crowds better than what we've played in these last two games," Haliburton declared. "We expect a great crowd, a lot of people are excited about what's to come in the series. Just the energy in the city right now with everything that's going on, and especially with us. We're excited to go."

After struggling in Game 1, Haliburton had a better Game 2, collecting 12 points, 4 rebounds, and 12 assists in 37 minutes of playing time. The Pacers were led by Pascal Siakam, who registered 37 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists en route to a win.

Game 2 of the series is scheduled for 5:30 PM EST on Friday, April 26th. If the Pacers manage to win the series, it will be the franchise's first series win since the 2013-14 season.

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