The 2025 NBA Finals feature a matchup between the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder and the underdog Indiana Pacers. Game 1 is set to tip off at 8:30 p.m. ET on Thursday from the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. The Thunder, led by MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who dominated the playoffs with an average of 29.8 points, 6.9 assists, and 5.7 rebounds, come into the Finals with a strong postseason record, having lost only four games. Supporting players Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren have also made significant contributions, with Williams averaging 20.4 points per game.
On the other hand, the No. 4-seeded Pacers have made an unexpected run to the Finals, largely due to the stellar play of Tyrese Haliburton, who has averaged 18.8 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 5.7 assists during the playoffs. Indiana’s balanced attack has seen six players averaging double-digit scoring, which has been pivotal in their victories over the Milwaukee Bucks, Cleveland Cavaliers, and New York Knicks.
As the Finals series unfolds, all eyes are on whether the Thunder can validate their top seed or if the Pacers continue their surprising playoff journey. Betting lines favor Oklahoma City as 9.5-point favorites, with a moneyline of -400 for the Thunder and +310 for the Pacers. The over/under for Game 1 is set at 230.5 points. Fans can watch the game on ABC or stream it on Fubo. Stay tuned to NBC News for updates throughout the series.
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