Tyrese Haliburton is a perpetual threat to the Bucks’ defense. His playmaking skills are sharp as a knife and deleterious enough to bleed a defense dry. Over the years, he’s been a consistent thorn in the Bucks’ sides. After a slow start to the season, Indiana’s stock car offense picked up steam in the second half of its 82-game campaign.

Apr 10, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) looks for a shot against New Orleans Pelicans center Kylor Kelley (35) in the third quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images / Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

The Bucks and Pacers have met many times over the last few seasons, so there are few secrets. Here are 3 things the Bucks can do to win the series.