Haliburton Hails Toppin as 'Perfect Fit' After Thunder Rout

The Indiana Pacers cruised past the Oklahoma City Thunder thanks to a dominant bench performance, led by Bennedict Mathurin’s 27 points, Obi Toppin’s 8 points and 6 rebounds, and TJ McConnell’s 10-point effort. The Pacers’ bench outscored the Thunder’s 49-18, slowing down opposing starters and controlling the tempo.

Mathurin led all scorers, but it was Toppin who earned high praise for his energy and key plays. Tyrese Haliburton called Toppin the “perfect” fit for Indiana, applauding his pace and smart decision-making. A highlight was Toppin’s explosive tip-in dunk in the fourth quarter that extended the lead to seven points, energizing the crowd. Acquired from the Knicks in 2023 for two second-round picks, Toppin has proved to be a valuable asset. His performance underscores just how much New York could have used his depth recently.