Indiana Gov Mike Braun savoring state's moment in national spotlight as Pacers lead NBA Finals

This year's NBA Finals are a battle between two small-market franchises, but the governor of Indiana is fully embracing the national limelight shining on his state.

The Pacers are in their first NBA Finals since 2000, going up against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Pacers won three ABA titles in the early 1970s, while the Thunder organization has not won a title since 1979, when they were the Seattle SuperSonics.

The Pacers are up 1-0 in the series after yet another incredible comeback. Gov. Mike Braun said he watched the game again shortly after it wrapped up, and then once more the morning after. Now, he's starting to think they are a "team of destiny" that embodies the blue-collar attitude of his state.

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