The Lakers' defense will have something to say about that. But Miller will not play like a shrinking violet simply because he stunk in the opener. If he has another bad night, it will have nothing to do with losing confidence over Game 1. And as a shooter, you are encouraged by that. And you know, understanding it's a new experience being in the Finals, this is still a game of basketball.
People make too much out of it being center stage.
You've got to keep it simple. I think it's when a lot of players take this to a different level that they get choked up from the pressure, because they are worried about the world watching them. No player in a Pacers uniform is being watched more than Miller. It's all equal, really. It's a big man's game, however.