NBA India Games 2019: Indiana Pacers vs Sacramento Kings - 3 Talking points from Game 1

#3 Both the teams gave it their all, in what was a playoff intensity matchup

The NBA product was marketed thoroughly in India by this intense matchup

The gruelling back-and-forth was unlike the lacklustre usually seen in preseason games across the league. After being down by as much as 21 points in the first half, Coach Nate McMillan and his squad did not let go of this 'unimportant' preseason clash till the last breath.

Adding to the many highlights from this contest, Yogi Ferrell hoisted a shot from over half court with less than a second remaining in the second quarter. His splash sent the crowd into a frenzy, giving them a true taste of the never-die NBA spirit.

Moreover, Both coaches did not hold back on deploying their best talents on the court repeatedly throughout the game. When it looked like the reserves would take over the game for good, the trajectory of the game shifted to demand star players on the floor and ultimately, a lethal showdown amongst the elites down the stretch.

Both camps were throwing bodies all over the hardwood and battling it out with pure heart to become the first-ever winner in an Indian NBA Game. One team ended up winning. Both teams earned respect for their effort and commitment to the game.